FAMiLiES
The families who choose Dickinson County are the most powerful proof it's roadmarkable.
ABOUT CHAPMAN
Built by Families.
Still Going Strong.
Chapman sits four miles from I-70 and six miles from Abilene — close enough to everything that matters, far enough to feel like home. With a median household income of $73,551 and a median home value of $214,962, Chapman is the most economically robust smaller community in Dickinson County, reflecting decades of steady investment by families who chose to stay. A cost of living index of 78 — well below the national average of 100 — means that income goes further here than almost anywhere in central Kansas.
Home to USD 473, the Chapman Fighting Irish, the district serves students K-12 with one-to-one technology, college-level coursework, and a rebuilt high school facility. Chapman's population grew 9.1% between 2022 and 2023 — the fastest growth rate of any Dickinson County community — a signal that people are actively choosing to put down roots here.
Why Chapman? Home to Indian Hill Golf Club, one of central Kansas's most accessible and scenic public golf courses — and a school system that consistently earns community praise.
QUALITY OF LIFE
Life in Chapman
Dickinson County offers a quality of life that blends affordability, connection, and opportunity. Explore what life here actually looks like — from housing options to healthcare, schools to outdoor spaces.
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Doing Business in Chapman
CAREERS + JOBS
Chapman sits four miles from I-70 and six miles from Abilene — putting residents within easy reach of Dickinson County's full employer base while enjoying small-town living. Home to USD 473, Chapman supports families and working professionals alike.
WORKFORCE INCENTIVES
Chapman businesses access the full suite of Kansas and Dickinson County incentives — from rural opportunity zones to workforce development programs. Let us help you identify what fits.
WORKFORCE & LABOR DATA
Chapman's location along the Smoky Hill River corridor connects businesses to a regional workforce drawing from across Dickinson County. See county-wide labor data and let the numbers drive your decision.