Kit Carson County, Colorado
Kit Carson County stretches across Colorado’s eastern plains along the Kansas state line. With a population of about 7,000 people, the county has remained relatively stable over the years and retains a quiet, rural character.
Farming and ranching are the foundation of the local economy, while the county’s history is closely connected to the Old West and the pioneer trails that crossed the region.
Burlington serves as the county seat and is known for its historic carousel, a popular local attraction. Beyond town, the landscape is mostly flat farmland, with expansive wheat fields stretching across the open plains.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Kit Carson County |
| County Seat | Burlington |
| Etymology | Named in honor of Kit Carson, a famous frontiersman and explorer |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Burlington, Cheyenne Wells, Stratton, Flagler, and others |
| Interstates and Highways | US 40, US 287, CO 385 |
| FIPS Code | 08-063 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 2,229 square miles (Land: 2,228 sq mi, Water: 1 sq mi) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Yuma County (North), Cheyenne County, Kansas (Northeast), Sherman County, Kansas (East), Wallace County, Kansas (Southeast), Cheyenne County (South), Lincoln County (West), Washington County (Northwest) |
| Time Zone | Mountain Standard Time (MST) |
| Population | Approximately 7,000 |
| State | Colorado |
| Coordinates | 39.3112° N, 102.3171° W |
| Major Landmarks | Kit Carson County Courthouse, Bison Sculpture, Kit Carson Museum |
