Independence

independenceIndependence has a strong industrial base, with targeted industries of Aerospace and Sheet Metal Fabrication.  With companies like Cessna Aviation, Kansas Aviation, Aviation Controls, VT Hackney, Matcor, and several other nationally known companies, its no wonder that business is growing in Independence. 

The unique charm of Independence makes it stand out among communities across America.  Home of the Little House on the Prairie (Laura Ingalls Wilder's childhood home), the Ralph Mitchell Park and Zoo,  and is home to one of Kansas' largest celebrations , Neewollah (Halloween spelled backwards).  You will find that the small town atmosphere of this Norman Rockwell esque community is truly a great place to call home for your family and business.

Independence has two main industrial parks with available acreage for your business.  The Airport Industrial Park is located southwest of the City and is currently home to various businesses including Cessna Aircraft and Kansas Aviation.  The West Laurel Industrial Park is located on the west side of the city with all infrastructure in place, so that your project is shovel ready.

If you are exploring the idea of starting or expanding a business, no matter how small or large, in the Independence area, click here to provide some brief information so that we may assist you: New or Expanding Business Inquiry Form

Population

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Population

Population2000201020242029
Independence9,8769,4808,3288,017

Source: ESRI, 2024-09-18

Population by Age

Population2024
0-4469
5-9550
10-14583
15-19583
20-24475
25-29468
30-34515
35-39531
40-44494
45-49445
50-54469
55-59442
60-64532
65-69535
70-74410
75-79349
80-84259
85+219
18+6,351
Median Age40

Source: ESRI, 2024-09-18

Population by Race

Independence2024
Total8,328.00
White Alone78.25%
Black Alone5.34%
American Indian Alone1.78%
Asian Alone0.85%
Pacific Islander Alone0.06%
Some Other Race2.73%
Two or More Races10.99%
Hispanic Origin8.66%
Diversity Index47.10

Source: ESRI, 2024-09-18

Growth Rate

Independence2024 - 2029
Population-0.76%
Households-0.24%
Families-0.34%
Median Household Income1%
Per Capita Income3%

Source: ESRI, 2024-09-18

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Housing

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Households

Population2000201020242029
Households4,1603,9493,5403,497
Housing Units4,7614,5284,2994,275
Owner Occupied Units2,2772,320
Renter Occupied Units1,2631,177
Vacant Units759778

Source: ESRI, 2024-09-18

Home Value

Independence20242029
Median Home Value$97,933$101,340
Average Home Value$124,012$129,084
<$50,000408404
$50,000 - $99,999762746
$100,000 - $149,999389373
$150,000 - $199,999379393
$200,000 - $249,999149178
$250,000 - $299,9996476
$300,000 - $399,999117142
$400,000 - $499,99955
$500,000 - $749,99921
$1,000,000 +00

Source: ESRI, 2024-09-18

Housing Year Built

Year RangeHouses Built
2010 or Later82
2000-2009121
1990-1999283
1980-1989424
1970-1979690
1960-1969405
1950-1959499
1940-1949426
1939 or Before1,665

Source: ESRI, 2024-09-18

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Income

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Income

Independence20242029
Median Household$50,198$53,807
Average Household$63,714$72,126
Per Capita$27,113$31,493

Source: ESRI, 2024-09-18

Household Income

Independence2024
<$15,000356
$15,000 - $24,999550
$25,000 - $34,999381
$35,000 - $49,999471
$50,000 - $74,999891
$75,000 - $99,999288
$100,000 - $149,999393
$150,000 - $199,999139
$200,000+71

Source: ESRI, 2024-09-18

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Employees

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Commute

CategoryCommuters
Workers 16+3,958
In-County Residents3,424
Out-of-County Residents422
Drive Alone3,207
Carpooled465
Public Transport0
Work at Home135
Motorcycle17
Bicycle0
Walked115
Other19
Less than 5 minutes326
5-9 minutes1,615
10-14 minutes803
15-19 minutes226
20-24 minutes327
25-29 minutes96
30-34 minutes122
35-39 minutes7
40-44 minutes22
45-59 minutes176
60-89 minutes61
90+ minutes42
Average Travel Time14

Source: ESRI, 2024-09-18

Source: ESRI, 2024-09-18

Employees by NAICS

CategoryNumber
Total Employees5,988
Agr/Forestry/Fish/Hunt10
Mining39
Utilities1
Construction293
Manufacturing801
Wholesale Trade112
  
Retail Trade847
  
Transportation/Warehouse110
Information111
  
Finance & Insurance190
  
Real Estate/Rent/Leasing174
Prof/Scientific/Tech Srv180
Legal Services52
Mgmt of Comp/Enterprises25
Admin/Support/Waste Mgmt83
Educational Services462
HealthCare/Social Assist1,061
Arts/Entertainment/Rec47
  
Accommodation/Food Srvcs475
  
Other Srv excl Pub Admin302
Auto Repair/Maintenance48
Public Administration Emp627

Source: ESRI, 2024-09-18

Educational Attainment (25+)

Independence2024
<9th Grade113
Some High School298
GED390
Graduated High School1,543
Some College/No Degree1,137
Associates Degree789
Bachelor's Degree817
Graduate Degree581

Source: ESRI, 2024-09-18

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Businesses

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Businesses by NAICS

CategoryNumber
Total Businesses604
Agr/Forestry/Fish/Hunt Bus5
Mining Bus5
Utilities Bus1
Construction Bus32
Manufacturing Bus23
Wholesale Trade Bus13
  
Retail Trade Bus77
  
Transportation/Warehouse Bus10
Information Bus14
  
Finance & Insurance Bus37
  
Real Estate/Rent/Leasing Bus34
Prof/Scientific/Tech Srv Bus38
Legal Services Bus12
Mgmt of Comp/Enterprises Bus3
Admin/Support/Waste Mgmt Bus20
Educational Services Bus16
HealthCare/Social Assist Bus73
Arts/Entertainment/Rec Bus13
  
Accommodation/Food Srvcs Bus31
  
Other Srv excl Pub Admin Bus89
Auto Repair/Maintenance Bus14
Public Administration Bus49

Source: ESRI, 2024-09-18

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