Geography
Olathe is on the southwest outskirts of Kansas City.
Cultural Attractions
The "Welcome Home! Cowboy Boots" art displays, featuring 12 six-foot tall fiberglass cowboy boots, are scattered around the city.
Recreation
Nearby Kansas City offers a variety of professional sporting events, from Chiefs football and Royals baseball to NASCAR at Kansas Speedway.
Economy
The city's schools and the Olathe Medical Center are the two leading employers in the area.
Fun Fact
The cowboy boot was born in this city.
Demographics
Demographic Detail
- Population:
- 124,957
- Population under 55:
- 84.0%
- Population over 55:
- 16.0%
City Detail
- Crime rate:
- Low
- Closest large city:
- Kansas City
Marital Status 2010
Weather
Weather Detail
- Air quality:
- Poor
- Temperature:
- 90°F July High, 15°F January Low
Jobs & Economy
Housing
- Median income:
- $58,703
- Median home price:
- $188,323
- Average property tax:
- $45
Income & Jobs
- Unemployment rate 2010:
- 6%
- Low
- Cost of living:
- Average
Employment Projections
Education
K–12
- Elementary schools:
- 37
- Middle schools:
- 14
- High schools:
- 7
Higher Education
- Best Colleges at the location:
- 1
- Best Colleges within 30 miles:
- 16
- Best Colleges within 50 miles:
- 20
Health Care & Retirement
Hospitals
- Hospitals/Best Hospitals at the location:
- 1/0
- Hospitals/Best Hospitals within 30 miles:
- 45/2
- Hospitals/Best Hospitals within 50 miles:
- 60/2
Retirement Facilities
- Community care facilities for the elderly:
- 331
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