Gardner

Gardner is a growing community on the southwest edge of Johnson County, offering newer homes and value with room to grow. The Shopper Team helps buyers and sellers here. Browse active listings below and read the guide.

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Living in Gardner, Kansas

Gardner is a Johnson County city on the southwestern edge of the Kansas City metro, estimated at 26,154 residents as of July 1, 2025. It sits at a historic junction where the Oregon, California, and Santa Fe trails once split, and today is one of the county’s fastest-growing communities — anchored in part by the large logistics operations just to its south.

26,154

Population (2025 est.)

$96,818

Median household income

$306,200

Median home value

67.6%

Homeownership rate

22.9 min

Mean commute

32.0%

Bachelor’s degree +

Figures: U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts, Gardner city, Kansas (population estimate July 1, 2025; income, home value, homeownership, commute, and education 2020–2024).

Schools

Gardner is served by the Gardner Edgerton School District (USD 231). We’re happy to confirm the specific schools tied to any address.

Working in Gardner

Gardner’s economy is closely tied to Logistics Park Kansas City — the BNSF intermodal facility and surrounding distribution centers just south in Edgerton — one of the largest inland logistics hubs in the country, along with local employers and easy access to Johnson County job centers.

Parks & Things to Do

Local highlights include Gardner Junction Park, which commemorates the historic trail split, Celebration Park, and nearby Johnson County parks such as Big Bull Creek Park.

Gardner Real Estate

Gardner has seen substantial new-home construction alongside its established neighborhoods, offering relative value on the metro’s southwest edge. Per the U.S. Census Bureau (2020–2024), the median owner-occupied home value is $306,200. Browse current listings below.

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Gardner Questions People Ask

Frequently Asked

What is the population of Gardner, Kansas?

The U.S. Census Bureau estimated Gardner’s population at 26,154 as of July 1, 2025.

How much do homes cost in Gardner?

Per the U.S. Census Bureau (2020–2024), the median value of owner-occupied homes in Gardner is $306,200. Search current listings for live pricing.

What school district serves Gardner?

Gardner is served by the Gardner Edgerton School District (USD 231).

What is Gardner known for?

Gardner is known for its historic trail-junction heritage, rapid growth, and its proximity to Logistics Park Kansas City, a major intermodal and distribution hub.

How far is Gardner from Kansas City?

Gardner sits on the southwestern edge of the metro along I-35. The Census Bureau reports a mean commute of about 22.9 minutes for Gardner workers.

Sources: U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts (Gardner city, Kansas); city, county, and school-district sources. Information is deemed reliable but should be independently verified. Equal Housing Opportunity.