Economic Development Council

Olathe features a pro-growth business environment, cooperative and collaborative planning philosophy, and a dynamic feeling of community.

Olathe is the county seat of rapidly-growing, affluent Johnson County. Located 20 miles southwest of Kansas City, Olathe is in the center of a national transportation network. Self-contained and self-sufficient, the city is populated with young, well-educated, high income, and highly motivated families.

With 150 years of history, Olathe has prospered over the years. Today, it has become one of the Midwest´s dominant business, economic, and cultural centers. This community of over 130,000 energetic citizens is one of the fastest-growing communities in Kansas, offering businesses and residents the best opportunity for success.

An outstanding central location, an unparalleled transportation network, a nationally-recognized school system, and one of the best-educated workforces in the nation make Olathe an exciting location for families and businesses.