Reno County
Located northwest of Wichita, Reno County is a vibrant, thriving community where small-town values meet big city innovation, entertainment, recreation, and opportunities.
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Reno County focuses on four main target industries: healthcare, manufacturing, retail, and technology with businesses like Siemens Gamesa, Dillons Food Stores, Collins Bus Corporation and Tyson Prepared Foods.
Comprised of hardworking people who are dedicated to the mutual success of all residents, Reno County is an excellent destination for any business looking to grow.
Located in the city of Hutchinson, Hutchinson Community College offers 75 areas of study to more than 5,000 students. The college is well-known for producing hardworking talent with over 50% of graduates coming from career and technical programs.
Reno County is conveniently located at the intersection of four major highways: U.S. Highway 50, K-61, K-96 and K-14, making it easy to get anywhere in the country. Simply hop on the highway or make the short drive to Interstate 135.
County Data
| Population | 61,998 |
| Land area | 1,255 |
| Average population density | 49 |
| Median age | 40.4 |
| High School Graduate or Higher | 92.3% |
| Some College, No Degree | 29.7% |
| Associate Degree | 9.6% |
| Bachelor Degree or Higher | 27.6% |
| Average 1-Way commute to work (min) | 17.8 |
| Civilian labor force | 29,642 |
| Unemployment rate | 3.2% |
| Unemployment | 950 |
| Number of business establishments | 1,621 |
| Employees | 26,522 |
| Average annual pay | $37,786 |
| Median household income | $49,174 |
Sources: 2019 Population Estimates for the 10-County Region; 2010 Census; American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates 2014-2018; Bureau of Labor Statistics - Local Area Unemployment Statistics; Bureau of Labor Statistics - Quarterly Census of Wages 2018 Average | |
Major Employers
- Hutchinson Regional Medical Center
- Dillons Companies
- Hutchinson Clinic
- Siemens Gamesa
- Tyson Prepared Foods
- Lowen Corporation
- Collins Industries
- Eaton Corporation
- Wesley Towers
- Data Center
- Mega Manufacturing
- Mennonite Manor
- Kroger Accounting Services
- The Medical Center
- Krause Corporation
- TECH, Inc.
- Portfolio Recovery Associates
Contact
Debra Teufel
President & CEO Hutchinson/Reno County Chamber of Commerce
P (620) 662.3391
debrat@hutchchamber.com
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