Emprise Bank Makes Forbes Best In-State Banks List for Sixth Straight Year

WICHITA, KS, June 17, 2026 – Emprise Bank announced today that it was named to Forbes 2026 America’s Best In-State Banks list for Kansas. Only 228 banks and 246 credit unions were named to the 2026 list. This is the sixth year in a row Emprise has received this recognition.

To create the ranking, Forbes partnered with market research firm Statista to survey 26,000 U.S. residents. Participants were asked how satisfied they were with the bank or credit union where they have had a checking or savings account within the past three years, and how likely they were to recommend them. Participants also were asked to rate their bank or credit union on factors such as trust, customer service, digital tools, quality of financial advice, and fee structure and transparency.

Along with the survey data, Statista gathered more than 1.2 million publicly available online reviews and ratings and incorporated the results into the standings.

“We’re proud to be recognized by Forbes as one of the best in-state banks for the sixth consecutive year,” said Emprise Bank Chairman and CEO Matt Michaelis. “This honor reflects the dedication of the Emprise team and their commitment to delivering exceptional customer experiences. Our success is driven by a focus on excellence, a passion for empowering customers, and a commitment to making a positive impact in the communities we serve.”

The complete 2026 Forbes Best In-State awards list can be found on Forbes.com.