Major Employers
| Name | Type | Employees |
|---|---|---|
| Paola School District | Education | 613 |
| Spring Hill School District | Education | 594 |
| Lakemary Center | Education | 435 |
| Osawatomie State Hospital | Mental health services | 366 |
| Miami County Government | Government | 225 |
| Taylor Forge Industries | Machining and steelwork | 215 |
| Osawatomie School District | Education | 197 |