Leawood, Kansas Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Leawood, Kansas is 33,844 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 13th-largest city in Kansas. The median household income is $184,976, the median home value is $620,400, and the median age is 48.4.
The population has grown 6.5% since 2010 (31,936 → 34,013).
33,844
Population
2240
People / sq mi
$184,976
Median Income
$620,400
Median Home Value
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Leawood covers 15.1 sq mi of land at 2240 people per square mile.
About Leawood, KS
Leawood is distinguished by its share of foreign-born residents, 63.0% of the population. Leawood is a city in Kansas with a population of 33,844. It ranks #13 among cities in Kansas by population.
Earnings sit at the high end: a median household income of $184,976, above the US median of $78,538. Poverty is relatively low for US cities at 2.4%, below the national 12.4%. Home values run above average at $620,400, with typical rent around $1,753.
Leawood is among the best-educated US cities: 75.1% of adults 25 and older hold a bachelor’s degree, above the national 35.0%. Remote work is on the higher side at 22.5%, above the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 21 minutes each way.
The large foreign-born share is a defining thread in Leawood, shaping language, household composition, and the labor force behind the economic figures above.
Leawood city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Leawood city had a population of 31,936 in 2010 and 34,013 in 2024, a 6.5% growth over 14 years. The peak was 34,729 in 2018. Average annual growth rate: 0.46%.
34,013
Population (2024)
31,936
Population (2010)
34,729
Peak (2018)
0.46%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 31,936 |
| 2011 | 32,265 |
| 2012 | 32,531 |
| 2013 | 32,954 |
| 2014 | 34,309 |
| 2015 | 34,542 |
| 2016 | 34,652 |
| 2017 | 34,677 |
| 2018 | 34,729 |
| 2019 | 34,727 |
| 2020 | 33,881 |
| 2021 | 33,690 |
| 2022 | 33,519 |
| 2023 | 33,904 |
| 2024 | 34,013 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 89.2% |
| Black or African American | 1.2% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.7% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$184,976
Median Household Income
$108,619
Per Capita Income
2.4%
Poverty Rate
1.0%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$620,400
Median Home Value
$1,753
Median Rent
91.3%
Owner-Occupied
Education
99.2%
High School+
75.1%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.0%
Drive Alone
73.3%
Public Transit
22.5%
Work From Home
21.2 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
63.0%
Foreign Born
93.3%
Non-English at Home
5.6%
Veterans
7.3%
With Disability
97.9%
Health Insurance
98.9%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 26.9% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 21.3% |
| Information | 13.4% |
| Manufacturing | 7.0% |
| Construction | 5.8% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 5.5% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 2.8% |
| Public Administration | 2.5% |
| Retail Trade | 2.2% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 2.1% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.2% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Leawood, Kansas has a population of 33,844 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 13th-largest city in Kansas.
The median household income in Leawood, Kansas is $184,976, with 2.4% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Leawood, Kansas is $620,400, with median monthly rent at $1,753 and a homeownership rate of 91.3%.
The median age in Leawood, Kansas is 48.4 years. The population is 47.8% male and 52.2% female.
The population has grown 6.5% since 2010 (31,936 → 34,013).
Leawood city, KS Climate
Leawood city, KS has an average annual temperature of 12.7°C (55°F) and receives about 1018 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
12.7°C
Avg Temp
1018
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | -2° / 28° | 32 mm |
| February | 1° / 34° | 33 mm |
| March | 7° / 44° | 69 mm |
| April | 13° / 55° | 95 mm |
| May | 18° / 65° | 132 mm |
| June | 23° / 74° | 135 mm |
| July | 26° / 79° | 99 mm |
| August | 25° / 77° | 94 mm |
| September | 20° / 69° | 124 mm |
| October | 14° / 57° | 91 mm |
| November | 6° / 44° | 70 mm |
| December | 0° / 33° | 44 mm |
1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.
Best time to visit Leawood city, KS
The most comfortable months to visit Leawood city, KS are typically September, August and June, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 32°C high). The coldest is January (near -8°C low). June is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.