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Shawnee County

#5 in Best Counties to Live in Kansas
  • A
    Overall Grade
  • County in Kansas
  • 5 reviews
    A
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Public Schools
      B+
    2. Crime & Safety
      C
    3. Housing
      B
    4. Nightlife
      A-
    5. Good for Families
      A-
    6. Diversity
      B+
    7. Jobs
      B
    8. Weather
      B-
    9. Cost of Living
      B+
    10. Health & Fitness
      A-
    11. Outdoor Activities
      B+
    12. Commute
      A-
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    Shawnee County is located in Kansas with a population of 178,392. Shawnee County is one of the best places to live in Kansas. In Shawnee County, most residents own their homes. In Shawnee County there are a lot of bars, coffee shops, and parks. Many families and young professionals live in Shawnee County and residents tend to have moderate political views. The public schools in Shawnee County are above average.
    Population
    178,392

    Real Estate

    Median Home Value
    $127,600
    National
    $184,700
    Median Rent
    $762
    National
    $949
    Area Feel
    —
    Rent vs. Own
    • Rent
      35%
    • Own
      65%
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    Shawnee County Rankings

    Niche ranks thousands of places to live based on key statistics from the U.S. Census and and expert insights.

    Crime & Safety

    Crime & Safety
    C
    Based on violent and property crime rates.
    Violent Crimes
    • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
    National
    • Assault
      332.5
      282.7
    • Murder
      21.1
      6.1
    • Rape
      43.8
      40.7
    • Robbery
      210.4
      135.5
    Property Crimes
    • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
    National
    • Burglary
      783.1
      500.1
    • Theft
      3,696.2
      2,042.8
    • Motor Vehicle Theft
      600.8
      284

    Residents

    Diversity
    B+
    Based on ethnic and economic diversity.
    Age
    • <10 years
      13%
    • 10-17 years
      11%
    • 18-24 years
      8%
    • 25-34 years
      13%
    • 35-44 years
      12%
    • 45-54 years
      13%
    • 55-64 years
      14%
    • 65+ years
      17%
    Education Levels
    National
    • Master's degree or higher
      11%
      12%
    • Bachelor's degree
      19%
      19%
    • Some college or associate's degree
      30%
      29%
    • High school diploma or equivalent
      31%
      28%
    • Less than high school diploma
      8%
      13%

    Working in Shawnee County

    Jobs
    B
    Based on employment rates, job and business growth, and cost of living.
    Median Household Income
    $54,667
    National
    $55,322
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      Shawnee County Reviews

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      I love it here! Its just a nice peaceful place to live. Although it is relatively calm I love it! I think its a great family place and it is very community oriented!
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      Shawnee is a great area (not to be confused with Shawnee County in Topeka, KS). There are several parks and trails for those that enjoy the outdoors. The atmosphere and the residents are relaxed and friendly. This is what makes the Shawnee area great. The schools rank at the top for the state. While the commercial development is progressing all over the state, Shawnee still has that quaint charm. There are hidden gems throughout but you need to look for them.
      I have lived in Shawnee for two years now and I love the area. Mostly because of shopping centers and medical help near by. The Shawnee Mission Hospital and health care groups are near by. As well as gyms, grocery stores, post office and restaurants. Residents in Shawnee are also amazing and very friendly. I love living in shawnee.