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Rural Development Association
of Northeast Kansas

"Serving Brown and Nemaha Counties since 1992!"

The Rural Development Association of Northeast Kansas (RDA) is the community, business, and economic development organization of Brown and Nemaha Counties in Northeast Kansas.  Northeast Kansas has a rich heritage with a solid business environment.  Located near five metropolitan areas, Brown and Nemaha Counties can offer the conveniences of business and industry and the hospitality and traditional values of rural America.

With a population of just over 20,000, Brown and Nemaha Counties can boast four emergency care hospitals with specialty services that include orthopedics, cardiology, physical and respiratory therapy.  The counties also have a combined seven high schools that consistently score near the top on the State of Kansas school test rankings.  Post-secondary education opportunities include Highland Community College in nearby Doniphan County.  

With convenient highway access, excellent infrastructure, a highly qualified workforce, and an excellent family setting, Northeast Kansas has a wonderful balance of recreation and services appropriate for any family or business.  

RDA can help new and existing businesses to start or expand in Northeast Kansas.  In addition, RDA has written many successful grants for communities and businesses to install vital public facilities that keep essential services up to date.  Please Contact RDA at (785) 284-3099 if you would like more information about our services or opportunities in Brown and Nemaha Counties.