Johnson County

Kansas's Premier Destination

Johnson County, Kansas is the most populous county in the state and consistently ranks among the best places to live in America. Known for its exceptional schools, high quality of life, excellent amenities, and robust commercial development.

Overland ParkLeawoodOlatheTop-rated schools

Data sourced from:

South Overland Park, North Overland Park, Olathe/Gardner, Shawnee/Lenexa/Mission

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Inventory
58,842
units
Avg. Rent
$1,498.03
+2.23% YoY
Vacancy Rate
3.02%
metro avg: 3.9%
Net Absorption
2,399
units (trailing 12mo)

Demographics

Median Age
38
Median Household Income
$95,800
Bachelor's Degree+
58%
Owner Occupied
65%

Housing Mix

Single Family: 50%Luxury Apartments: 25%Townhomes: 15%Condos: 10%

5-Year Historical Trends

Average Rent Trend

202020212022202320242025$0$400$800$1200$1600
5-Year Rent Growth: +22.0%

Vacancy Rate Trend

2020202120222023202420250%2%4%6%8%
Current Vacancy: 3.02%(Metro avg: 3.9%)

Year-over-Year Rent Growth

202020212022202320242025-2%1%4%7%10%

Area Amenities

Education

  • Blue Valley Schools
  • Shawnee Mission Schools
  • Olathe Schools
  • Johnson County Community College

Shopping

  • Town Center Plaza
  • Oak Park Mall
  • Aspiria
  • City Center Lenexa

Corporate

  • Sprint Campus
  • Garmin HQ
  • Nerman Museum
  • Corporate Woods

Recreation

  • Indian Creek Trail
  • Shawnee Mission Park
  • Deanna Rose Farmstead
  • Scheels Overland Park Soccer Complex

Top Employers

Sprint/T-MobileGarminBlack & VeatchShawnee Mission HealthJohnson County GovernmentCerner

Key Developments

Michael's Wonderland/Halo Ridge

All-ability amusement park, multi-sport complex, hotel, shopping

$200M+2026

Andretti Karting & Games

Indoor karting and entertainment near Aspiria campus

$50M2025

AdventHealth Sports Park at Bluhawk

260,000 sq. ft. sports facility with ice rink and turf fields

$150MPhase I: 2024