Norton County, Kansas
Norton County is located in northwest Kansas. It’s home to Keith Sebelius Lake, a nice-sized lake that’s popular for fishing and boating.
Norton, the main town and county seat, is a friendly community with historic landmarks scattered throughout the area.
U.S. Highway 36 and U.S. Highway 283 meet in Norton, making it an important crossroads in the county. It’s pretty remote out here, and farming remains a major part of life. Norton County might not be flashy, but it has plenty of heart.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Norton County |
| County Seat | Norton |
| Etymology | Named after Orloff Norton, Union captain and Civil War hero |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Norton, Almena, Logan, and several smaller communities |
| Interstates and Highways | U.S. Highway 36, U.S. Highway 283, Kansas Highway 9 |
| FIPS Code | 20-137 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 1,230 square miles (land: 1,228 sq mi, water: 2 sq mi) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Furnas County, Nebraska (North), Harlan County, Nebraska (Northeast), Phillips County (East), Graham County (South), Sheridan County (Southwest), Decatur County (West) |
| Time Zone | Central Time Zone (CST) |
| Population | 5,800 |
| State | Kansas |
| Coordinates | 39.82°N, 99.84°W |
| Major Landmarks | Norton County Historical Society Museum, Prairie Dog State Park, and the Norton County Courthouse |
