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Pottawatomie County, KS market data
How Pottawatomie County compares with other counties for 56 business types: competitors, household spending, official counts and growth.
- Population, 2025
- 27,186
- +6.9% since 2020
- Households
- 9,381
- Median household income
- $92,325
- +38.1% vs. 2015–2019, before inflation
- Median home value
- $245,900
- Jobs located here
- 12,026
- Highest market score
- 91
- Dentists and orthodontists, #7 of 1,886 scored counties
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What this means
Pottawatomie County has an estimated 27,186 people and 9,381 households. Population estimates put the population change in Pottawatomie County from 2020 to 2025 at +6.9%, faster than the U.S. (+3.1%). Median household income in Pottawatomie County is $92,325, 14% above the U.S. median of $80,734. Against the 2015–2019 survey, the median rose 38.1%, before inflation.
Relative to the U.S., household spending in Pottawatomie County runs highest on vehicle maintenance and repairs (an index of 139, where 100 is the U.S. average) and lowest on child care and other personal services (81).
Of the business types scored in Pottawatomie County, dentists and orthodontists (91); clothing, shoe and laundry businesses (89); and gas stations (89) have the highest Groundwork market scores. For dentists and orthodontists, that ranks #7 of 1,886 scored counties.
Pottawatomie County is part of the Manhattan metro area. Against the U.S., map listings per household run highest for veterinarians (3.6 times the U.S. rate) and lowest for salons, barbers and spas (55% below the U.S. rate).
All 56 business types in Pottawatomie County
Highest Groundwork market score first. Each score compares Pottawatomie County with other counties for that business type, from 0 to 100. Spending per listing divides a whole spending line (all vehicle repairs, all eating out) by one type’s listings: the demand for each competitor, not a business’s revenue. Compare it across markets with its index, where 100 is the U.S. figure for the same type; the real estate types, whose line is all housing costs, show the index only. How the score works.
| Business type | Score | Rank among counties | Listings | Per 10k households | Spending per listing | Spending per listing vs. U.S. (100) | Official establishments |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dentists and orthodontists | 91 | #7 of 1,886 | 6 | 6.4 | $2.4M | 239 | 4 |
| Clothing, shoes and laundry | 89 | #28 of 2,210 | 9 | 9.6 | $2.2M | 251 | Under 3 |
| Gas stations | 89 | #34 of 2,358 | 8 | 8.5 | $3.9M | 163 | 7 |
| Clothing and shoe stores | 88 | #44 of 2,087 | 7 | 7.5 | $2.8M | 223 | Under 3 |
| Sit-down restaurants | 81 | #107 of 2,405 | 35 | 37.3 | $1.1M | 171 | 15 |
| Salons, barbers and spas | 79 | #82 of 2,385 | 20 | 21.3 | $503K | 236 | 8 |
| Restaurants and cafes | 78 | #175 of 2,405 | 73 | 77.8 | $544K | 147 | 37 |
| Hair salons | 76 | #141 of 2,339 | 16 | 17.1 | $628K | 146 | 5 |
| Fast food and sandwich shops | 76 | #214 of 2,222 | 11 | 11.7 | $3.6M | 118 | 16 |
| Doctors, dentists and clinics | 74 | #242 of 2,394 | 46 | 49.0 | $307K | 201 | 24 |
| Auto repair and car care | 72 | #288 of 2,401 | 24 | 25.6 | $519K | 193 | 23 |
| Bakeries and dessert shops | 71 | #244 of 1,889 | 7 | 7.5 | $5.7M | 137 | 6 |
| Martial arts and dance studios | 69 | #190 of 1,334 | 5 | 5.3 | $1.9M | 96 | Under 3 |
| Auto repair shops | 69 | #363 of 2,378 | 18 | 19.2 | $692K | 156 | 22 |
| Gyms | 66 | #337 of 1,792 | 9 | 9.6 | $1.1M | 83 | Under 3 |
| Gyms, studios and classes | 65 | #428 of 2,088 | 16 | 17.1 | $604K | 91 | Under 3 |
| Grocery and convenience stores | 63 | #661 of 2,402 | 17 | 18.1 | $3.5M | 104 | 11 |
| Pizza | 62 | #599 of 2,090 | 11 | 11.7 | $3.6M | 71 | 16 |
| Lawn, cleaning and pest control | 58 | #558 of 1,771 | 7 | 7.5 | $1.8M | 105 | 17 |
| Grocery stores | 58 | #747 of 2,070 | 6 | 6.4 | $9.9M | 107 | 10 |
| Real estate agents and brokers | 57 | #686 of 2,176 | 14 | 14.9 | Index only | 183 | 15 |
| Real estate | 56 | #768 of 2,229 | 18 | 19.2 | Index only | 179 | 23 |
| Child care and preschools | 54 | #721 of 1,611 | 5 | 5.3 | $878K | 88 | 7 |
| Optometrists and eye care | 47 | #756 of 1,302 | 6 | 6.4 | $2.4M | 75 | 3 |
| Collision repair and body shops | 45 | #786 of 1,327 | 7 | 7.5 | $1.8M | 58 | 4 |
| HVAC and plumbing | 43 | #1,108 of 1,707 | 8 | 8.5 | $3.4M | 72 | 14 |
| Pet businesses | 40 | #1,541 of 2,200 | 17 | 18.1 | $508K | 58 | 13 |
| Home repair trades | 37 | #1,634 of 2,057 | 17 | 18.1 | $1.6M | 66 | 31 |
| Electricians | 33 | #950 of 1,160 | 6 | 6.4 | $4.5M | 38 | 13 |
| Veterinarians | 32 | #1,177 of 1,485 | 11 | 11.7 | $786K | 29 | 9 |
| Insurance agencies | 29 | #1,852 of 2,272 | 24 | 25.6 | $782K | 62 | 19 |
| Chiropractors | Not scored | Not scored | 4 | 4.3 | $3.5M | 148 | 8 |
| Coffee shops and cafes | Not scored | Not scored | 4 | 4.3 | $9.9M | 268 | 6 |
| Landscaping and lawn care | Not scored | Not scored | 4 | 4.3 | $3.1M | 105 | 8 |
| Physical therapy | Not scored | Not scored | 4 | 4.3 | $3.5M | 147 | Under 3 |
| Car washes and detailing | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 3.2 | $4.2M | 165 | Under 3 |
| Roofing and gutters | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 3.2 | $9.1M | 107 | 4 |
| Convenience stores | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 2.1 | $29.8M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Funeral homes | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 2.1 | $661K | Too few | Under 3 |
| Mortgage brokers and lenders | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 2.1 | Index only | Too few | Under 3 |
| Pest control | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 2.1 | $6.2M | Too few | 5 |
| Pet grooming and boarding | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 2.1 | $4.3M | Too few | 4 |
| Primary care and pediatrics | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 2.1 | $7.1M | Too few | 9 |
| Property management | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 2.1 | Index only | Too few | 4 |
| Spas and skin care | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 2.1 | $5M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Yoga, Pilates and fitness studios | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 2.1 | $4.8M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Barbershops | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 1.1 | $10.1M | Too few | Under 3 |
| House cleaning | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 1.1 | $12.4M | Too few | 4 |
| Laundromats | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 1.1 | $19.9M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Nail salons | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 1.1 | $10.1M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Tire shops | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 1.1 | $12.5M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Dry cleaners | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Home inspectors | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Oil change and quick lube | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Pet stores | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Urgent care and walk-in clinics | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
Household spending in Pottawatomie County
What households here spend in a year on each line, in total and per household, with the index against the U.S. average (100).
| Spending line | A year, all households | Per household | Index vs. U.S. (100) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicle maintenance and repairs | $12.5M | $1,329 | 139 |
| Gasoline and other fuels | $31M | $3,307 | 127 |
| Food away from home | $39.7M | $4,237 | 104 |
| Groceries | $59.7M | $6,364 | 101 |
| Personal care products and services | $10.1M | $1,071 | 107 |
| Child care and other personal services | $4.4M | $468 | 81 |
| Memberships, classes and admissions | $9.7M | $1,030 | 105 |
| Medical and dental services | $14.1M | $1,506 | 117 |
| Pets | $8.6M | $921 | 101 |
| Clothing, shoes and related services | $19.9M | $2,116 | 103 |
| Vehicle insurance | $18.8M | $2,000 | 102 |
| Home repairs, maintenance and insurance | $27.3M | $2,907 | 96 |
| Lawn care, cleaning and other household services | $12.4M | $1,317 | 93 |
| Rent and homeowner costs | $139.9M | $14,915 | 90 |
Household spending is estimated from the incomes of the households in each neighborhood, using what households at each income spent nationally in 2024, adjusted for the region. It counts what residents spend, wherever they spend it.
Population and households in Pottawatomie County
- Population, 2025 estimate
- 27,186+6.9% since 2020
- Households
- 9,381
- Median age
- 36.8
- Homes lived in by their owners
- 82%
- Vehicles per household
- 2.3
- Land area
- 841 sq. mi.
- People per square mile
- 31
- Median household income
- $92,325+38.1% vs. 2015–2019, before inflation
- Average household income
- $105,915
- Median home value
- $245,900
- Jobs located here
- 12,026
- Daytime population
- 26,279Residents who don’t work, plus everyone whose job is here
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Questions
How fast is Pottawatomie County, KS growing?
Population estimates put Pottawatomie County at 27,186 people in 2025, up 6.9% since 2020, faster than the U.S. (+3.1%). It has 9,381 households. Median household income rose 38.1% from the 2015–2019 survey, before inflation.
How much do households in Pottawatomie County, KS spend?
Households in Pottawatomie County spend about $139.9M a year on rent and homeowner costs, $59.7M on groceries and $39.7M on food away from home. Set against the U.S., households in Pottawatomie County spend the most on vehicle maintenance and repairs (an index of 139, where 100 is the U.S. average) and the least on child care and other personal services (81).
Which business types have the highest market scores in Pottawatomie County, KS?
The highest Groundwork market scores in Pottawatomie County are for dentists and orthodontists (91); clothing, shoe and laundry businesses (89); and gas stations (89). Pottawatomie County ranks #7 of 1,886 scored counties for dentists and orthodontists.
How does Pottawatomie County, KS compare with the U.S.?
The median household income in Pottawatomie County is $92,325 a year, 14% above the U.S. median of $80,734. The population rose 6.9% from 2020 to 2025, against +3.1% for the U.S. The median home value is $245,900, against $332,700 for the U.S. For its number of households, Pottawatomie County has the most map listings, relative to the U.S., for veterinarians (3.6 times the U.S. rate) and the fewest for salons, barbers and spas (55% below the U.S. rate).
What is the Groundwork market score?
The Groundwork market score runs from 0 to 100 and compares a market with others of its kind for one business type: states with states, metro areas with metro areas, small-town markets and counties with their own. It weighs household spending per competitor (35%), households per business with payroll (25%), population growth (20%) and spending power (20%), each ranked against those peers. A higher score means that, taken together, the market has more household spending and more households for each business already there, faster population growth and more spending per household than similar markets. It describes a market, not any one site or deal. 31 of the 56 business types have a score in Pottawatomie County, each ranked against other counties.
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