Canton, KS

Canton is a small town located in the northeastern corner of Kansas. The population was just over 2,000 in the 2010 census, making it one of the smaller towns in the state. Canton is located just south of Wichita and northeast of Topeka. The town is bordered by the city of Newton to the west and northwest, by Lansing to the north, by Baldwin City to the east, and by Osage City to the south.

The history of Canton can be traced back to 1871 when a group of settlers from Indiana arrived in what was then known as Newton Township. The town grew slowly at first, but began to take off after World War II when several large manufacturing plants were established in Canton. Today, most of these plants have closed down or moved out of town, but there are still a few businesses remaining that provide jobs for residents.

The economy in Canton is based largely on agriculture and manufacturing. There are several small businesses that provide services to local farmers and manufacturers, but most economic activity takes place outside of town. The largest employer in Canton is a hospital that provides health care services for residents in Newton and Osage counties. Other major employers include a grocery store and two banks.

Real estate prices vary widely throughout Canton depending on location and size of house or lot. Houses located near major roads or highways tend to be more expensive than those located away from traffic congestion; however, prices generally decrease as you move further away from downtown or other commercial areas. Lots on rural properties are usually much cheaper than lots near major roads or highways; however, prices increase as you move closer to downtown or other commercial areas. In general, houses within walking distance (or less)of downtown tend to be more expensive than those located farther away; however this trend does not always hold true because some houses located far from downtown can be quite affordable if they are well-maintained and have good access to public transportation or amenities such as parks or schools