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"When it matters..." has become the adopted slogan of one of the Midwest’s most progressive communities... McPherson, Kansas. McPherson has certainly lived up to the reputation of its namesake, General James Birdseye McPherson, one of the most respected generals in the Union army. Consistently ranked among author Norman Crampton’s “100 Best Small Towns in America”, McPherson is proud of its heritage, its Old World traditions, its famous Midwest work ethic, and its high moral values.

Set in the middle of one of the most fertile and productive agricultural regions of the United States, McPherson has developed into one of the most industrialized small communities in the nation. This city of approximately 14,000 hardworking, fun-loving citizens boasts no fewer than fifty-five industries. Among these are such recognizable names as Hospira, CertainTeed Corporation, Cincinnati Milacron, National Cooperative Refinery Association, and the Johns Manville Corporation. McPherson is the corporate home of Farmers Alliance Mutual Insurance Companies.

These national and multi-national companies, each employing several hundred workers, continue to expand their presence. They also work hand in hand with dozens of smaller industries, each employing from three to one hundred or more.

Students from McPherson’s superb public and private school systems consistently rank much higher than both state and national academic averages. Two church affiliated 4-year colleges are located in McPherson. McPherson College is associated with the Church of the Brethren; and Central Christian College with the Free Methodist Church.

You’ll find attractive residential areas with carefully groomed yards and tree-lined streets, evidence of the pride that exudes from McPherson’s citizenry. Twelve magnificently maintained public parks are scattered throughout the city. A Country Club, two public golf courses, a municipal water park, and a host of recreational and athletic sites provide activities for all ages…residents and visitors alike.

Please explore more detailed economic information about McPherson on the following pages. Whether you’re looking for a nice place to visit, a place to call home, or perhaps a new industry or business location... remember McPherson... ”When it matters.”

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