Where is Leawood, Kansas, USA?

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Where is Leawood Located? - Leawood is a city located in the Johnson County of Kansas, United States. Leawood lies between 46.6812 Degrees North latitudes and 68.0159 Degrees West longitudes.

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Where is Leawood Located?

Leawood is a city located in the Johnson County of Kansas, United States. Leawood lies between 46.6812 Degrees North latitudes and 68.0159 Degrees West longitudes. According to 2020 U.S.census, the population of Leawood city is 33902 people and the city has a total area of 15.11 sq mi. The city has numerous parks and recreational facilities.

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Leawood, Kansas Quick Facts

AttributeDetails
CityLeawood
CountyJohnson County
StateKansas
State CapitalTopeka
US RegionMidwestern United States
Latitude38.9667° N
Longitude94.6247° W
Elevation1,030 ft (314 m)
Land Area15.16 sq mi
Water Area0.08 sq mi
Total Area15.24 sq mi
Population (2020 Census)33,902
Population Density2,237 per sq mi
ZIP Codes66206, 66209, 66211, 66224
Area Code913
Time Zone StandardCentral Standard Time (CST, UTC−6)
Time Zone DaylightCentral Daylight Time (CDT, UTC−5)
CurrencyUnited States Dollar (USD)
FIPS Code20-39025
Congressional DistrictKansas's 3rd Congressional District

Transportation and Connectivity in Leawood

CategoryDetails
Airport NameKansas City International Airport
IATA CodeMCI
PortNot Applicable
Major HighwaysInterstate 435, U.S. Route 69, State Line Road, College Boulevard
Train/Amtrak ServiceNo direct passenger rail service; Amtrak station available in Kansas City, Missouri
Local Bus/Transit ServiceRideKC regional bus service
  • Interstate 435 forms part of the city's transportation network, connecting Leawood with the greater Kansas City metropolitan area.
  • U.S. Route 69 provides convenient north-south travel between Johnson County and southeastern Kansas.
  • State Line Road connects Leawood directly with neighboring communities in Missouri.
  • College Boulevard serves as a major commercial corridor linking offices, retail centers, and residential neighborhoods.

Top Places to Visit in Leawood, Kansas

Landmark NameType
Park PlaceShopping and Dining District
Town Center PlazaShopping Center
Ironwoods ParkCommunity Park
Tomahawk Creek TrailHiking and Biking Trail
Gezer ParkCity Park
Leawood City ParkRecreation Park
Museum at PrairiefireMuseum
Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical GardensBotanical Garden
Deanna Rose Children's FarmsteadFamily Attraction
Prairie Fire Shopping DistrictEntertainment District

Driving Distances from Leawood, Kansas to Nearby Cities

CityStateDistance (mi)Approx. Drive Time
Overland ParkKansas410 minutes
Prairie VillageKansas510 minutes
LenexaKansas1015 minutes
OlatheKansas1520 minutes
Kansas CityMissouri1420 minutes
ShawneeKansas1220 minutes
MissionKansas915 minutes
IndependenceMissouri2430 minutes
LawrenceKansas4350 minutes
TopekaKansas671 hour 5 minutes

Colleges and Universities in Leawood, Kansas

Institution NameTypeLevelNotable For
Rockhurst UniversityPrivate JesuitUniversityLiberal arts, business, and health sciences
Johnson County Community CollegePublicCommunity CollegeAssociate degrees and workforce education
University of Kansas Medical CenterPublicMedical UniversityMedicine, nursing, and health research
Ottawa University – Overland Park CampusPrivateUniversityAdult and graduate education
MidAmerica Nazarene UniversityPrivateUniversityLiberal arts and professional studies

Waterbodies in Leawood, Kansas

Tomahawk Creek, Indian Creek, Blue River, Coffee Creek, Hallbrook Lake, Jerry Smith Park Lake, Heritage Park Lake, Kill Creek.

Stadiums in Leawood

Blue Valley District Activity Complex (nearby), St. Thomas Aquinas Athletic Complex, Ironhorse Golf Club, Hallbrook Country Club Golf Course, Oakwood Country Club.

Leawood, Kansas — Key Historical Facts

  • Leawood was incorporated in 1948 as a planned suburban community in Johnson County following the rapid post-World War II growth of the Kansas City metropolitan area.
  • The city's early development was guided by developer J. C. Nichols, whose planning principles emphasized residential neighborhoods, green spaces, and modern infrastructure.
  • Leawood experienced steady population growth during the second half of the twentieth century as families and businesses relocated to the suburbs.
  • The city developed into one of the Kansas City area's leading residential and commercial communities, featuring corporate offices, shopping districts, and healthcare facilities.
  • Today, Leawood is recognized for its high quality of life, well-maintained parks, upscale retail centers, and strong regional economy.

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