Published June 15, 2026 · 40 years in trucking & the trades
What we cover in Parsons
Pick a coverage to quote or buy — or book a consult and we'll sort it out together.
Why folks in Parsons choose a local agent
When you're in Parsons, Labette County, you get a real person who knows KS — not a 1-800 menu. Billy E. Whited is a licensed local agent shopping 80+ carriers to fit your home, vehicle, farm, or business, and can quote, bind, or sit down with you in person, over Zoom, or on the phone.
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Insurance in Parsons: the local picture
Parsons, KS presents a diverse insurance landscape. Its economic base in healthcare, manufacturing, and education suggests varied commercial insurance needs. However, the city's location in Southeast Kansas, prone to severe weather including hail and tornadoes, combined with identified flood risks, indicates a heightened need for robust property and casualty insurance coverage for both residential and commercial policyholders.
Population: 9600 (2020)
Major local employers & who's hiring
- Mustard Seed — bookstore
- Flesh Co Warehouse — warehouse
Local Parsons businesses
A few businesses that call Parsons home — independent of our agency.
- Mustard Seed — ag-commercial
- Phillips — c-store
- Phillips 66 — c-store
- Community National Bank and Trust — financial
- Labette Bank — financial
- Golden Plains Credit Union — financial
- Great Southern Bank — financial
- LibertyX Bitcoin ATM — financial
- First Neodesha Bank — financial
- Commercial Bank ATM — financial
- T and E Auto Sales and Service — main-street
- B & J Express Lube — main-street
Local facts that shape your coverage
- As of the 2020 Census, the population of Parsons, Kansas was 9,600. — Population density and growth/decline impact insurance market size and risk exposure.
- In 2022, the largest industries in Parsons, KS were Health Care & Social Assistance, Manufacturing, and Educational Services. — Understanding local industries helps assess commercial insurance needs and economic stability, which can influence property values and claims frequency.
- Southeast Kansas, including Parsons, experiences severe weather events such as thunderstorms, hail, and tornadoes. — This indicates a higher risk for property damage claims related to wind, hail, and extreme weather, impacting property and auto insurance.
- Parsons, KS has an identified flood risk, with detailed flood maps and climate risk reports available from the First Street Foundation. — Flood risk directly impacts property insurance needs and availability, highlighting the importance of flood insurance for homeowners and businesses.
Local figures compiled from public sources: en.wikipedia.org · datausa.io · weather.gov · firststreet.org. Estimates — verify current details with the original source.
Insurance requirements in Kansas
Kansas is a no-fault state: along with liability, drivers must carry Personal Injury Protection (PIP), which pays your own medical costs regardless of who caused the crash. Kansas also sits in the heart of Tornado Alley, so hail and wind coverage is a real consideration for homes, farms, and businesses. We compare Kansas-admitted carriers to match those requirements to the right price. Verify current state minimums with the Kansas Insurance Department.
Parsons, KS insurance — common questions
How much does insurance cost in Parsons, KS?
Rates in Parsons and Labette County depend on your home, vehicles, business, and the coverage you choose. As an independent agency we shop 80+ carriers to find your best price — start a quote or call 573-594-5148 for a real number.
Do you write insurance in Parsons?
Yes. InsureToday24 (BNW Services LLC) is a licensed local agency serving Parsons and all of KS — home, auto, farm, business, life, and more.
Can I get a quote in Parsons today?
Absolutely. You can buy simple lines online in minutes, or book a quick consult — in person, over Zoom, or by phone — and we'll get you covered fast.