194,000+
Workers employed

The Air Capital of the World Has a Lot More to Offer

Kansas has been building things for over a century, and it shows. Manufacturing contributes $26.5 billion to Kansas's economy annually, making it the single largest industry contributor to state GDP.

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Why Manufacturers Choose Kansas

The Air Capital of the World

Wichita has been a center of aerospace manufacturing since the earliest days of aviation. The pioneering legacies of Cessna, Beechcraft, and Stearman live on in a city that still produces more general aviation aircraft than anywhere else on the planet.

Workforce Roots in Manufacturing

Manufacturing is embedded in Kansas communities in a way that is hard to replicate.

A Central Location

Sitting in the geographic heart of the country, Kansas gives manufacturers direct access to major markets in every direction.

Competitive Environment

Kansas offers manufacturers low operating costs, strong state incentives, and a regulatory environment designed to attract and retain industrial investment.

Top Manufacturing Sectors in Kansas

Aerospace and Defense

Kansas is a key aerospace hub, with companies across the state making aircraft, avionics, flight controls, and defense components, centered in Wichita.

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Food and Beverage Processing

Kansas produces nearly 20% of U.S. wheat, supporting a major food manufacturing sector from meat and dairy to grains and specialty products.

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Animal Health and Bioscience

The Kansas City Animal Health Corridor is the world’s largest hub for veterinary medicines, biologics, and animal nutrition manufacturing.

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Build Your Future in Kansas Manufacturing

From the mountains to the launch pad, Colorado’s technician economy is growing, and your skills are in demand.

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