Phillips County, Colorado
Phillips County is located in the northeastern corner of Colorado along the Nebraska state line. With a population of just over 4,500 people, it is one of the state’s least populated counties. Holyoke serves as the county seat and is a small community surrounded by farmland.
Agriculture is the foundation of the local economy, with corn, wheat, and cattle among the area’s main agricultural products. The landscape is predominantly flat, reflecting the wide-open character of Colorado’s northeastern plains.
Several state wildlife areas provide opportunities for hunting, birdwatching, and wildlife observation. Holyoke also has a connection to motorsports, with a local drag racing track attracting enthusiasts and adding a unique recreational activity to this quiet rural county.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Phillips County |
| County Seat | Holyoke |
| Etymology | Named after R.O. Phillips, a secretary of the Lincoln Land Company |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Holyoke, Haxtun, Paoli |
| Interstates and Highways | U.S. Highway 6, U.S. Highway 385, State Highway 23 |
| FIPS Code | 08-095 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 688 square miles (land: 688 sq mi, water: 0.2 sq mi) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Sedgwick County (North), Perkins County, Nebraska (Northeast), Chase County, Nebraska (East), Yuma County (South), Logan County (West) |
| Time Zone | Mountain Time Zone (MST/MDT) |
| Population | Approximately 4,500 |
| State | Colorado |
| Coordinates | 40.5889° N, 102.3563° W |
| Major Landmarks | Phillips County Courthouse, Holyoke Golf Club, Haxtun’s Old Gym Theatre |
