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Living in Shawnee, Kansas
Shawnee is a Johnson County city in the northwest Kansas City metro, tracing its roots to a Shawnee mission established in 1831 and laid out as a town in 1857. Today it is the seventh-most populous municipality in the metro, estimated at 69,848 residents as of July 1, 2025, and pairs a high homeownership rate with abundant parkland.
69,848
Population (2025 est.)
$109,940
Median household income
$359,700
Median home value
Figures: U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts, Shawnee city, Kansas (population estimate July 1, 2025; income, home value, homeownership, commute, and education 2020–2024).
Schools
Shawnee is served by two public districts: Shawnee Mission (USD 512) and De Soto (USD 232). Private options in the area include Maranatha Christian Academy and Midland Adventist Academy. Attendance areas vary by address — we can confirm the schools for any home.
Working in Shawnee
Employers in and around Shawnee include FedEx Ground, Bayer (animal health operations), and First Student, complemented by the broader Johnson County job market a short drive away.
Parks & Things to Do
Shawnee is home to Shawnee Mission Park — at roughly 1,600 acres with a 120-acre lake, one of the most visited parks in Kansas — along with the Shawnee Town 1929 living-history museum and the Wonderscope Children’s Museum.
Shawnee Real Estate
Shawnee offers a wide range of housing, from established neighborhoods to newer subdivisions on its western side, with one of the higher homeownership rates in the metro. Per the U.S. Census Bureau (2020–2024), the median owner-occupied home value is $359,700. Explore current listings below.
Shawnee Questions People AskFrequently Asked
What is the population of Shawnee, Kansas?
Shawnee is the seventh-most populous municipality in the Kansas City metro. The U.S. Census Bureau estimated its population at 69,848 as of July 1, 2025.
How much do homes cost in Shawnee?
Per the U.S. Census Bureau (2020–2024), the median value of owner-occupied homes in Shawnee is $359,700. Search current listings for live pricing.
What school districts serve Shawnee?
Shawnee is served by the Shawnee Mission (USD 512) and De Soto (USD 232) school districts, depending on location.
What is Shawnee known for?
Shawnee is known for Shawnee Mission Park (about 1,600 acres with a 120-acre lake), the Shawnee Town 1929 museum, and its high rate of homeownership.
How far is Shawnee from Kansas City?
Shawnee is in the northwest Kansas City metro. The Census Bureau reports a mean commute of about 22.3 minutes for Shawnee workers.
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts (Shawnee city, Kansas); city and school-district sources. Information is deemed reliable but should be independently verified. Equal Housing Opportunity.