Economy & Jobs — WaKeeney, Kansas
Income & Employment
| Median Household Income (Census) | $68,438 |
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| Estimated 2026 | ~$84,300 |
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| Per Capita Income | $45,641 |
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| Poverty Rate | 7.4% |
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| Unemployment Rate | 1.4% |
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| In Labor Force | 1,048 |
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Top Industries
| Industry | Share |
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| Education Healthcare | 21.5% |
| Agriculture | 14.2% |
| Construction | 8.6% |
Local Businesses (County)
| Type | Count |
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| Full Service Restaurants | 5 |
| Insurance Agencies | 4 |
| Gas Stations | 3 |
| Auto Repair | 3 |
| Law Offices | 3 |
| Hotels Motels | 3 |
| Fast Food | 3 |
Sources: Census ACS 5-Year 2023; BLS QCEW 2023; Census ACS 5-Year 2023, B19013.
