About Paola

Paola, the county seat of Miami County, is located just 45 minutes from downtown Kansas City. Miami County has approximately 29,000 residents with a 5-year projected increase to 32,000 residents. Paola has approximately 5,100 citizens (projected to be approximately 5,500 in 5 years) and we are very proud of our community, our people and our heritage. Since our founding in 1855, Paola has nurtured a spirit of diversity that still enhances the quality of life for all our people.

Paola, a historic community with old fashioned charm and grace, welcomes all who are interested in a small-town way of life. The Sunday afternoon socials, the picnics in Wallace Park and the elegant churches are just a few of the reasons why Paola is so attractive.

We are fortunate to have a strong array of medical professionals available to our people. Our businesses are progressive and customer-oriented. Recreation is a premier feature of our area with two lakes (Hillsdale eight miles north of Paola, and Lake Miola within the City limits), baseball diamonds, soccer fields, tennis courts, golf courses, and a new city Aquatic Center.

Paola has forward-looking entrepreneurs who are facing the challenges of the future. Our businesses and public services are expanding to meet the needs of our people. US-169 has been enhanced to a four-lane highway to improve even more our access to the immediate Kansas City area. We have the best of both worlds-the amenities of small-town America with all the conveniences of a major metropolitan area close at hand.

Paola has an exceptional school system for both children and adults. Learning, a life-time adventure, is the foundation of the educational system.

Paola, a dynamic and extremely solid community, provides families a chance to grow. Our people are proud of our community and invite others to come share with us. Come, see for yourself. Paola is truly a unique place to live, work and raise a family.

Information About Paola

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Paola Chamber of Commerce

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