Top Employers
Pottawatomie County, population of 25,348 (based on the 2020 decennial census), is one of the fastest-growing counties in Kansas. Pottawatomie County is undergoing continuing expansion of the housing market and business sectors. Currently, the two largest industries in the county are manufacturing and trade/transport/utilities.
Top Employers in and Around Pottawatomie County, KS
The chart below includes some of the top employers in and around Pottawatomie County. The Kaw Valley (USD 321), and Rock Creek (USD 323) school districts are also large employers in Pottawatomie County.
Major Employers |
Product/Business |
Count of Full & Part-time Employees |
| Kansas State University (Employed) | Education | 6000 |
| Kansas State University (Contract) | Education | 6000 |
| Champion Teamwear | Apparel Mfg. | 500 |
| Caterpillar Work Tools, Inc. | Construction Equipment Mfg | 400 |
| The Onyx Collection, Inc. | Mfg. of Bath | 450 |
| Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. | Retail Trade | 360 |
| Unified School District No. 320 | School District | 289 |
| Evergy | Utility | 150 |
| Civic Plus | IT Software | 250 |
| Community Health Care System, Inc. | Medical Facility | 250 |
| Custom Wood Products | Cabinets & Fixtures | 225 |