Phillips County, Kansas
Phillips County is located in north-central Kansas, right along the Nebraska border. Phillipsburg serves as the county seat, and the area is pretty rural.
U.S. Highways 36 and 183 cross here at Phillipsburg. Agriculture is king, with wheat, corn, and cattle fields covering much of the landscape.
But the real draw is the people. Phillips County may be off the beaten path, but that’s exactly what makes it special. It’s Kansas, with a little extra warmth.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Phillips County |
| County Seat | Phillipsburg |
| Etymology | Named after William Phillips, a state legislator and politician |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Phillipsburg, Logan, and several smaller communities |
| Interstates and Highways | U.S. Highway 36, U.S. Highway 183, Kansas Highway 9 |
| FIPS Code | 20-147 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 884 square miles (land: 882 sq mi, water: 2 sq mi) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Harlan County, Nebraska (North), Franklin County, Nebraska (Northeast), Smith County (East), Rooks County (South), Graham County (Southwest), Norton County (West) |
| Time Zone | Central Time Zone (CST) |
| Population | 5,800 |
| State | Kansas |
| Coordinates | 39.49°N, 99.31°W |
| Major Landmarks | Phillips County Courthouse, Prairie Dog State Park, and the Phillipsburg Historical Museum |
