Kansas is the 33rd-most-populated state in the U.S. It has a population of 2,882,946 and only a few large cities. Kansas is known for a few things — it’s the setting of The Wizard of Oz, nicknamed The Sunflower State, and it produces quite a bit of the nation’s beef. Even though Kansas has a small population, some cities are more populated than others. We’ll look at the largest city in Kansas and find out which city may take the title in 2050.
What Is the Largest City in Kansas?
The largest city in Kansas is Wichita , with a population of 397,532. To compare Wichita to other major U.S. cities, it has a similar population to New Orleans , Louisiana, and Aurora, Colorado. It’s the 50th-largest city in the United States overall.
Wichita is in south-central Kansas, and it takes up a total area of 166.5 square miles. It’s the county seat of Sedgwick County and it’s home to a lot of history.
Wichita Statistics and Economics
The school district in Wichita ranks number 1 in the state, making it a great choice for families. However, the crime rate is also much higher than average, which is often the case in larger cities. Most people in Wichita are employed in the educational services, health care, and social assistance industries (22.89%), followed closely by the manufacturing industry (18.03%).