In 1990, only 11.01 percent of Kansas' manufacturing workforce was unionized. Property tax rates differ across the region due to local mill levies for school districts, economic development initiatives and other variables. Approximately 40 percent of the nation's population lives within 500 miles of the border of the State of Kansas. The region has a large number of stable, locally-owned financial institutions that include banks, savings and loans, and credit unions. Real estate firms carry numerous listing of affordable residential, commercial and industrial properties.
Residential listings range from single-family homes to retirement apartments and condominiums.
Both new and older homes feature the stately elegance of the Victorian era on clean, quiet, tree-lined streets. Gorgeous architectural designs are found on many public buildings and in downtown shopping districts. Listings of available industrial sites and prevailing wage scales are available upon request. Following is a list of manufacturers and major employers, other than service providers, located in or near the North Central Kansas region. Inc. Corrugated Box, Partition, Display 2892 Pyrodex-Hodgon Powder Comp.