The City of De Soto is located in northwest Johnson County on the scenic banks of the Kansas River and is strategically positioned along the Kansas Highway 10 corridor between Kansas City and Lawrence, making it an ideal location for commuters and those who want easy access to both communities.
De Soto offers the charm of a small town while still being part of the Kansas City metropolitan area, combining peaceful neighborhoods, open spaces, and a strong sense of community with convenient proximity to major employers, shopping, and entertainment.
Home to just over 6,000 residents, De Soto provides a welcoming environment where neighbors know each other and families enjoy a slower pace of life while remaining connected to the region’s economic opportunities.
The community is served by the highly regarded De Soto USD 232 school district, which also includes parts of Shawnee, Lenexa, and surrounding areas and offers strong academic and extracurricular programs for students.
De Soto has experienced exciting growth in recent years. Major investments and new development—including the multi-billion-dollar Panasonic electric vehicle battery facility nearby—are bringing new jobs, infrastructure improvements, and economic vitality to the area.
Residents enjoy the best of both worlds:
• A friendly small-town atmosphere
• Access to parks, the Kansas River, and outdoor recreation
• Convenient drives to Lawrence, Lenexa, Shawnee, and the greater Kansas City metro
With a strong employment base, great schools, welcoming community spirit, and room to grow, De Soto offers a quality of life that’s increasingly hard to find.
Come discover what makes De Soto such a special place to call home.
6,537 people live in De Soto, where the median age is 38.6 and the average individual income is $48,996. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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There's plenty to do around De Soto, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.
Explore popular things to do in the area, including Cause Coffee, KJ's Pizzeria, and Force Of Nature Brewing.
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| Dining · $ | 0.92 miles | 41 reviews | 4.9/5 stars | |
| Dining | 0.9 miles | 67 reviews | 4.8/5 stars | |
| Dining | 0.9 miles | 15 reviews | 4.8/5 stars | |
| Active | 0.56 miles | 5 reviews | 4.8/5 stars | |
| Active | 4.89 miles | 5 reviews | 4.8/5 stars | |
| Active | 3.36 miles | 18 reviews | 4.8/5 stars | |
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De Soto has 2,395 households, with an average household size of 2.71. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in De Soto do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 6,537 people call De Soto home. The population density is 281.64 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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