Wamego
Wamego Overview
Located at the junction of U.S. Highway 24 and Kansas Highway 99, Wamego, KS, is home to a strong manufacturing base, a variety of retail establishments, and the historic Columbian Theatre and OZ Museum. With a beautiful downtown area and a robust community spirit, Wamego is a welcoming home for it’s ~4,800 residents. Additionally, Wamego’s 4th of July Celebration, the Tulip Fesitval, is well-known regionally and has been known to draw up to 60,000 visitors.
Manufacturers based in the Wamego Industrial Park include Caterpillar Global Work Tools, R-Tech Tool and Machine, and Dymax. With proximity to Manhattan and Topeka, KS, and a central location in the country, Wamego is a strong home or additional location for a variety of business types. Additionally, nearby universities and educational centers, including Kansas State University, provide a strong workforce and opportunities for industry and academic collaboration. For more on doing business in Wamego, KS, just contact us.
Community Statistics
Wamego was home to around 4,840 people during the 2020 Decennial Census. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the estimated median age in the city is 35.1, which is just a few years lower than the estimated Kansas state median age of 37.3. This information, and the data in the following sections, is available through the U.S. Census Bureau data profile for the city of Wamego, KS.
According to 2021 ACS 5-Year Estimates, approximately 1,390 Wamego residents aged 3 years or older were enrolled in school. This includes an estimated 17 in nursery or preschool and 1,070 in K-12 education. Additionally, it was estimated that around 303 Wamego residents were enrolled in college or graduate school.
According to 2021 ACS Community Survey 5-Year Estimates, the homeownership rate in Wamego is around 64.1%. This estimate falls near the estimated Kansas state homeownership rate of 67.0%.
Worker Inflow/Outflow Information for Wamego
The following information from the Census Bureau’s OnTheMap tool shows information regarding the inflow/outflow of workers in Wamego, KS. An Inflow/Outflow report for Wamego is also available through OnTheMap.
Where Wamego Residents Work
Source: U.S. Census Bureau OnTheMap Application
Where Wamego Workers Live
Source: U.S. Census Bureau OnTheMap Application
