Living in Miami County, Kansas

Miami County is a county in Kansas with a population of around 32,553, part of the Kansas City, MO-KS MSA metro area. The main communities are Paola, Spring Hill, Osawatomie.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $1,416/month, around the national average, with a median home price of around $338K. The county has a low unemployment rate at 3.3%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings cold winters (highs around 43°F) and hot summers (highs around 86°F). Mountains are 1-3 hours away. Natural hazard risks include hurricane risk and tornado risk.

Demographics

Miami County has middle-aged demographics, with a median age of 42 and a predominantly working-class population (30% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Republican.