Junction City–Geary County offers exceptional connectivity at the crossroads of opportunity. Located along I-70—the nation’s primary east-west corridor—the region features five interstate exits, direct Union Pacific rail service, and convenient air access via a nearby regional airport with daily flights to Chicago, Dallas/Fort Worth, and Kansas City. This multimodal infrastructure makes the area an ideal location for logistics, manufacturing, and distribution operations.
The community is anchored by Fort Riley and the U.S. Army’s 1st Infantry Division, supporting a workforce of more than 45,000 military personnel, family members, and civilian employees. Each year, more than 2,400 transitioning service members enter the civilian workforce, creating a steady pipeline of disciplined, highly trained talent.
Employers also benefit from a skilled and educated labor pool supported by nearby Kansas State University, Manhattan Area Technical College, and additional regional partners. Together, these institutions deliver advanced research capabilities and career-ready technical training, ensuring businesses have access to the talent they need to grow and succeed.
