10 Largest Cities in Kansas

  1. Wichita
    • Largest city in Kansas by population
    • Known as the “Air Capital of the World” for its aviation industry
    • Wichita State University and higher education
    • Old Town district and cultural attractions
    • Botanica, The Wichita Gardens and outdoor recreation
  2. Overland Park
    • Second-largest city in Kansas
    • Suburb of Kansas City metropolitan area
    • Oak Park Mall and shopping destinations
    • Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens
    • Johnson County Community College and education
  3. Kansas City
    • Third-largest city in Kansas, part of the Kansas City metropolitan area
    • Kansas Speedway and motorsports events
    • Legends Outlets Kansas City and shopping
    • Schlitterbahn Kansas City Waterpark and family-friendly attractions
    • Kansas City Kansas Community College and higher education
  4. Olathe
    • Fourth-largest city in Kansas
    • Mahaffie Stagecoach Stop and Farm Historic Site
    • Prairie Center and outdoor recreation
    • Olathe Medical Center and healthcare facilities
    • MidAmerica Nazarene University and higher education
  5. Topeka
    • Capital city of Kansas
    • Kansas State Capitol and government buildings
    • Gage Park and outdoor attractions
    • NOTO Arts District and cultural scene
    • Washburn University and higher education
  6. Lawrence
    • Home to the University of Kansas
    • Massachusetts Street and downtown shopping and dining
    • Clinton State Park and outdoor recreation
    • Haskell Indian Nations University and cultural heritage
    • Liberty Hall and historic theater
  7. Shawnee
    • Suburb of Kansas City metropolitan area
    • Shawnee Mission Park and outdoor activities
    • Johnson County Museum and local history
    • Wonderscope Children’s Museum and family-friendly attractions
    • Shawnee Town 1929 and historical site
  8. Lenexa
    • Suburb of Kansas City metropolitan area
    • Lenexa Public Market and local food scene
    • Black Hoof Park and outdoor recreation
    • Lenexa Rec Center and community events
    • Johnson County Library and educational resources
  9. Manhattan
    • Home to Kansas State University
    • Aggieville district and college town atmosphere
    • Flint Hills Discovery Center and educational attractions
    • Sunset Zoo and family-friendly activities
    • Tuttle Creek State Park and outdoor recreation
  10. Salina
    • Located in central Kansas
    • Smoky Hill Museum and local history
    • Rolling Hills Zoo and wildlife park
    • Kenwood Cove Aquatic Park and water activities
    • Stiefel Theatre for the Performing Arts and cultural events