About Us:

Welcome to Haven, Kansas—a community where small-town hospitality meets modern living. Situated in the heart of south-central Kansas, Haven is an ideal destination for individuals and families seeking safety, connection, and a slower pace of life, without sacrificing access to essential amenities.

The town is proud to support a well-rounded Pre-K through 12 educational system that reflects the heart of its community. Educators, staff, and families work in close partnership to foster a positive and engaging learning environment, with a focus on academic achievement, personal growth, and community involvement from the earliest grades through high school.

Haven offers a variety of locally owned restaurants, cafés, and gathering spots that provide residents with welcoming atmospheres and home-cooked flavor. A lively local bar contributes to the town’s social scene, offering a place to unwind and connect. Retail options, including convenience stores, specialty shops, and general merchandise outlets, serve the daily needs of the community while supporting local enterprise.

The town also features a range of professional services—from personal wellness and healthcare to home and automotive care—all delivered with the friendly, personalized attention Haven is known for. Recreational opportunities abound with a 9-hole golf course, a 24-hour fitness facility, and nearby Cheney Reservoir for fishing, hiking, and enjoying the beauty of Kansas' wide-open skies.

Strategically located just 20 minutes from Hutchinson and 45 minutes from Wichita, Haven provides seamless access to city resources while maintaining its identity as a peaceful, family-oriented small town. It’s a place where tradition and progress work side by side, and where newcomers are always welcomed as neighbors.

The 2025 Consumer Confidence Report regarding the City's water system is now available. You may view it here. Please contact the City Office at 620-465-3618 if you require a paper copy.

Haven Business Spotlight - May 2026

Haven House
410 N Reno Street
Haven, KS 67543

(620)-465-2421

What inspires your work and what sets you apart from everyone else?
Per my current resident–Haven House is a “Home” not a nursing home.
Going to work doesn’t feel like work, it feels like being with your family.

How would you describe the vision of your business in one sentence?
We at Haven House simply try to make each moment matter.

What has been your biggest success to date?
Knowing that our work matters.

What do you enjoy most about marketing for a small-town business?
In the past 4 years, the Haven Community has been AMAZING!!!
The Community has helped with activities, Christmas and even offered transportation to the Fall Festival.

What’s your best advice for someone who wants to start their own business?
If you never take a chance, you will never know what could have been! I never thought being a nurse I would own something so important.

Where can we find you online?
Facebook and the Reno County Chamber website.

~ Valerie Smith, Owner

Help Shape the Future of Haven

We’re inviting residents, business owners, and community members in Haven to be part of an important conversation about our community’s future.

Based on insights from the 2025 Haven/Yoder Benchmark Report, we are launching Love Where You Live: Community Action Series—a set of guided discussions focused on strengthening Haven and turning ideas into action.