Olathe city, Kansas
Olathe city profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Olathe city is a geographic entity located in Johnson County, Kansas. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 150,025. The land area covers 65.22 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 150,025 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 37.2 yrs | ±0.6 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 53,072 | ±860 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 54,594 | ±895 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 53,072 | ±860 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,522 | ±304 |
| Median Home Value | $364,700 | ±$5,272 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,314 | ±$49 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $114,009 | ±$2,589 |
| Per Capita Income | $50,628 | ±$1,537 |
| Poverty Rate | 5.6% | ±0.7% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 8,016 | ±1,011 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.7% | ±0.6% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 79,454 | ±1,425 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 95.7% | ±0.9% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 149,035 (2024)
ID: 204523
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Municipal | Official Local Government |
Contact: SENIOR ACCOUNTANT
PO BOX 768, OLATHE KS 66051-0768
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GUS Population: 632,276 (2024)
ID: 208083
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: MANAGEMENT INTERN
111 S CHERRY ST, STE 3300, OLATHE KS 66061-3487
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Olathe | PK-05 | Olathe, KS | |
| Regular School Olathe | PK-05 | Olathe, KS | |
| Regular School Olathe | PK-05 | Olathe, KS | |
| Regular School Olathe | PK-05 | Olathe, KS | |
| Regular School Olathe | 06-08 | Olathe, KS | |
| Regular School Olathe | PK-05 | Olathe, KS | |
| Regular School Olathe | PK-05 | Olathe, KS | |
| Regular School Olathe | 06-08 | Olathe, KS | |
| Regular School Olathe | PK-05 | Olathe, KS | |
| Regular School Olathe | PK-05 | Olathe, KS |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 3 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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COTTONWOOD SPRINGS LLC
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Psychiatric | City address association | 13351 S ARAPAHO DRIVE, OLATHE, KS, 66062 |
(913) 353-3000
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MidAmerica Nazarene University
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College | 2.1 mi away | 2030 E College Way, Olathe, KS, 66062-1899 |
9137823750
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OLATHE DOWNTOWN LIBRARY
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Library | 0.3 mi away | 260 E. SANTA FE ST., OLATHE, KS, 66061 |
(913) 971-6850
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UNIVERSITY OF KANSAS HEALTH SYSTEM OLATHE HOSPITAL
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Hospital | City address association | 20333 WEST 151ST STREET, OLATHE, KS, 66061 |
(913) 355-4200
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Johnson County Community College
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College | 5.8 mi away | 12345 College Blvd, Overland Park, KS, 66210-1299 |
9134698500
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OLATHE INDIAN CREEK LIBRARY
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Library | 2.7 mi away | 16100 W. 135TH ST., OLATHE, KS, 66062 |
(913) 971-6835
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Z Hair Academy
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College Vocational | 8.3 mi away | 14471 Metcalf, Overland Park, KS, 66223 |
9134064634
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LENEXA CITY CENTER
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Library | 6.5 mi away | 8778 PENROSE LANE, LENEXA, KS, 66219 |
(913) 826-4600
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Cleveland University-Kansas City
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College | 8.4 mi away | 10850 Lowell Avenue, Overland Park, KS, 66210 |
9132340600
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BLUE VALLEY LIBRARY
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Library | 7.2 mi away | 9000 W 151ST STREET, OVERLAND PARK, KS, 66221 |
(913) 826-4600
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at OLATHE 3E, KS US, located 3.3 miles from Olathe city. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 38.7° | 20.0° | 29.3° | 1.28" | 3.9" |
| February | 44.3° | 23.9° | 34.1° | 1.73" | 3.3" |
| March | 54.9° | 33.7° | 44.3° | 2.48" | 1.4" |
| April | 65.1° | 43.9° | 54.5° | 4.12" | 0.3" |
| May | 74.5° | 55.5° | 65.0° | 5.26" | 0.0" |
| June | 83.6° | 64.9° | 74.3° | 5.23" | 0.0" |
| July | 88.2° | 69.4° | 78.8° | 4.75" | 0.0" |
| August | 86.8° | 66.9° | 76.9° | 4.46" | 0.0" |
| September | 79.1° | 58.4° | 68.8° | 4.25" | 0.0" |
| October | 67.7° | 46.7° | 57.2° | 3.05" | 0.3" |
| November | 54.3° | 34.6° | 44.5° | 2.37" | 1.2" |
| December | 42.5° | 24.6° | 33.5° | 1.75" | 3.4" |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Olathe city | City | 0.0 mi | — |
| Lenexa city | City | 6.0 mi | — |
| Overland Park city | City | 7.0 mi | — |
| Gardner city | City | 7.3 mi | — |
| Spring Hill city | City | 8.5 mi | — |
| Shawnee city | City | 9.5 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2009152575. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.