Harvey County, Kansas
Harvey County is located in the heart of Kansas, just north of Wichita. Newton, the county seat, has a rich railroad history, and trains can still be heard rumbling through the town day and night.
The county offers a mix of urban and rural landscapes, with farmland stretching out in every direction. The Little Arkansas River winds through the area, providing a refreshing touch of greenery during the hot Kansas summers.
Mennonite heritage runs deep in Harvey County, bringing a strong German cultural influence and plenty of traditional cuisine. Bethel College in North Newton adds an academic presence to the area. There’s also Sand Creek Station Golf Course, a links-style course that can make you feel more like you’re in Scotland than Kansas.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Harvey County |
| County Seat | Newton |
| Population | 37,500 |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Newton, Halstead, Moundridge, Sedgwick, and several smaller communities |
| Interstates and Highways | Interstate 135, U.S. Highway 50, Kansas Highway 96 |
| FIPS Code | 20-079 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 1,173 square miles (land: 1,170 sq mi, water: 3 sq mi) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Marion County (Northeast), Butler County (East), Sedgwick County (South), Reno County (West), McPherson County (Northwest) |
| Time Zone | Central Time Zone (CST) |
| State | Kansas |
| Coordinates | 38.05°N, 97.37°W |
| Etymology | Named after James M. Harvey, fifth governor of Kansas |
| Major Landmarks | Newton’s Historic District, Harvey County Historical Museum, Sand Creek Station, and the Chisholm Trail Historical Center |
