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Mission Statement
We lead the economic development effort through identifying opportunities, engaging partnerships, and creating affordable options to promote the recruitment and establishment of new business and industry, while bolstering and growing the existing base.

Our organization is a proud partner with Harvey County Economic Development.

Hesston Area Economic Development Corporation
115 E Smith St, Hesston
(620) 327-4102

• City Class: 2nd class (populations between 2,000 and 15,000 people)
• Population: 3,823 (year 2021)
• Area: 3.56 mi²  (2,278 acres)
• Elevation: 1,476′
• Median Household Income: $57,370 (year 2021)
• Median Age: 37.4 (year 2021)
• Median Housing Value: $147,300 (year 2021)
• Major Employers:  AGCO / Black & Decker/Excel Industries Inc
• Major Highways: Adjacent to I-135 / 7 miles North from US Highway 50
• All utilities
• 26 Acre Industrial Park - Build to Suit
• Fire Class ISO Rating: 3
• Sales Tax: 8.5% (Kansas 6.5%, Harvey County 2%)

Data from DataUSA.io/profile/geo/hesston-ks.
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See Also

• Planning & Zoning
• Resources for Businesses
• Chamber of Commerce Members