Economic Development

A positive force for the Kansas economy.

Kansas State University builds economic growth in all 105 counties of Kansas. As a next-generation land-grant university, we engage in economic development that builds social mobility for Kansans and solves problems in our state that can help create a brighter future for our region, nation and world.

We build and support strategic partnerships with stakeholders across communities, government and educational sectors. We work universitywide — with K-State Extension as a key partner — to connect people, ideas and institutions with K-State assets to drive community and economic development.

All Things Kansas

All Things Kansas is a free, interactive tool that features data-driven mapping, reports and insights for all 105 counties of Kansas.

$2.3 billion in economic impact to the state of Kansas
408+ jobs created or retained from economic development initiatives in 2023-2024
415+ jobs created or retained from economic development initiatives in 2023-2024

The economic development team

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