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Shawnee Kansas Map

Explore Shawnee, Kansas, with this interactive street and satellite map.

This page also offers TOPO MAPS — the official USGS topographic sheets — plus USGS aerial imagery, a labelled USNG grid overlay, a distance and bearing tool, and a GPS grid-reference readout. See How to Use This Map below.

Interactive Map of Shawnee, Kansas

How to Use This Shawnee, Kansas Map

This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for Shawnee, Kansas. Use the Map and Satellite buttons above to switch between street map and aerial imagery views. Use the + and − buttons to zoom in or out, or scroll your mouse wheel while holding the Control key to zoom. On a touchscreen, use a two-finger pinch gesture. Drag the map to pan to any area of Kansas or beyond.

Click ⛶ Fullscreen to expand the map to fill your screen. To return to the normal page view, press the Escape key, click the ✕ Exit Fullscreen button that appears above the map, or on a mobile device tap the back button (Android) or the close icon (iOS).

TOPO MAPS — NEW. Click the green 🔍 Search Maps button below the map to open a second map with a Base map row offering three choices. OSM is the standard OpenStreetMap street map. Topo shows the official USGS topographic maps from The National Map — contours, hydrography, land cover and shaded relief, the same mapping used for hiking, hunting and back-country navigation in the Adirondacks, the Catskills and the Finger Lakes. Imagery shows USGS aerial photography, mostly 1-metre NAIP. The search box finds any US town, county or landmark by name, so you are not limited to Shawnee.

Reading the map like a paper quad. Click Grid to overlay the U.S. National Grid (USNG), labelled along the edges exactly as a printed topographic sheet is — at normal zoom the squares are one kilometre across, so you can read a six-figure grid reference by eye and judge distance directly off the map. Click Measure, then tap two points, to get the distance between them together with the grid bearing in degrees and mils, the true bearing, and the magnetic bearing to set on a compass.

Click 📍 My position to take a single GPS reading from your device. It marks where you are and reports your position as a USNG grid reference as well as plain latitude and longitude — USNG being the format FEMA and US search and rescue teams work from — with a Copy position button so you can paste it straight into a text message. It takes one reading and stops, rather than tracking continuously, to conserve your battery. Note that map tiles need cell coverage, but a GPS reading does not — your coordinates stay correct even where the map itself cannot load.

City	Shawnee
State	Kansas (KS)
County	Johnson County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Central Time (America/Chicago)

Latitude	39.017488
Longitude	-94.805801
Population	67,311
Density	619.1 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Codes	66203, 66216, 66217, 66218, 66226
Area Code	913
County Seat	Olathe
School District	De Soto Unified School District 232

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About Shawnee, Kansas

Shawnee is a locality in Johnson County, Kansas, United States. It has a population of 67,311. The population density is 619.1 people per km². Shawnee is located at 39.0175°N, 94.8058°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. Shawnee is an incorporated locality. ZIP codes: 66203, 66216, 66217.

Shawnee occupies a broad expanse of the Kansas plains where the horizon stretches wide and the light at dusk turns the tallgrass into a shimmering, amber sea. It lies 1.9 miles northwest of Merriam, KS (from Merriam, KS: bearing 311°T), and is situated 8.6 miles west-southwest of Kansas City. The terrain is defined by its quiet elevation, where the earth rises toward the distant silhouette of Badger Ridge, marking the skyline with a rugged, limestone-dusted permanence. The landscape is punctuated by the presence of Black Swan Lake, a still body of water that mirrors the vast, changing sky, while the nearby Turkey Creek carves a patient, winding path through the local soil. Residents often walk the Turkey Creek Streamway Trail, where the air feels crisp and carries the faint, clean scent of the open prairie, grounding the pace of daily life in the steady, rhythmic pulse of the plains.

Shawnee traces its roots to the migration of indigenous peoples and the subsequent arrival of those seeking to build a life upon the fertile, unyielding earth. Early settlers established a presence here by recognizing the strategic value of the land, creating a settlement that eventually transformed from a series of small, scattered homesteads into a more cohesive, organized center of activity. The transition from a frontier outpost to a modern municipality was marked by the gradual construction of permanent, sturdy buildings that reflected the resilience of those who first arrived to cultivate the territory. Over the decades, the collective memory of the people has honored this heritage, preserving the sense of purpose that characterized the initial founding of Shawnee while adapting to the needs of each successive generation.

Economic life in Shawnee thrives through a diverse array of professional industries, ranging from modern corporate offices to local businesses that provide essential services to the surrounding region. The infrastructure is designed to facilitate efficient movement, supporting a robust network of roads that connect the local workforce to larger metropolitan opportunities while maintaining a distinct, local identity. Educational pursuits are supported by nearby institutions that emphasize technical skill and professional development, ensuring that the labor force remains adaptable in an ever-shifting national market. The Water District serves as a vital component of this infrastructure, managing the precious resources required to sustain the growth of Shawnee while balancing the needs of industry with the preservation of the surrounding natural environment.

Cultural expression in Shawnee is defined by a deep appreciation for community gatherings and the shared rituals of regional life. While many residents follow the intensity of major professional sports teams in the broader region, the local spirit is often found in the seasonal festivals that bring neighbors together to mark the changing of the seasons. Landmarks throughout the area offer a glimpse into the architectural evolution of the region, from modest, historic structures to contemporary designs that catch the morning sun. Although the landscape lacks the dramatic depth of Happy Hollow, which sits further away, the local parks and open spaces provide ample room for quiet reflection or active recreation. Public life here is defined by a steady, understated grace, where the influence of the Kansas wind serves as a constant, invisible companion to those who call Shawnee home.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Mid-America Sports Complex (Local Recreation) — 0.4 mi, 314° NW
Shawnee Mission (Local Park) — 1.0 mi, 198° S
Mid-America West Sports Complex (Local Recreation) — 1.1 mi, 319° NW
Clear Creek (Local Park) — 1.1 mi, 266° W
The Theatre in the Park (Theatre) — 2.1 mi, 153° SE
Legler Barn Museum (Museum) — 2.4 mi, 095° E
The 1950's All - Electric House Museum (Museum) — 2.4 mi, 095° E
Johnson County Historical Museum (Museum) — 2.4 mi, 095° E
"the Serpent" (Public Artwork) — 4.2 mi, 143° SE
AT&T Pocket Park (Monument) — 5.9 mi, 103° E
Helen S. Cuddy Rose Garden (Monument) — 6.5 mi, 094° E
Natural Area (Viewpoint) — 6.5 mi, 095° E
Fire Circle (Theatre) — 6.5 mi, 095° E
Vietnam War Memorial (Monument) — 6.6 mi, 095° E
Atlas 9 (Attraction) — 6.9 mi, 000° N
Nermal Museum of Contemporary Art (Gallery) — 7.7 mi, 146° SE
Candy Cane Lane (Attraction) — 8.5 mi, 105° E
George R. Shlegel Gallery (Gallery) — 9.1 mi, 082° E
Harmon Park Swale (Historic Ruins) — 9.5 mi, 102° E
R.G. Endres Gallery (Gallery) — 9.6 mi, 102° E
Leawood Movie Theater (Cinema) — 10.4 mi, 114° SE
Concorde Nose (Attraction) — 11.0 mi, 089° E
Weston Bend State Park (State Park) — 25.1 mi, 352° N
Hillsdale State Park (State Park) — 25.3 mi, 194° S
Big Muddy National Fish And Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 34.9 mi, 068° E · 32k acres

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