Pratt County, Kansas
Pratt County is located in south-central Kansas, with Pratt serving as its main city. It’s mostly flat farmland, but there’s more going on here than you might expect.
Pratt Community College helps keep things lively, while the town of Pratt has a decent-sized hospital and some small industries.
There’s also a wildlife area that’s popular for hunting and birdwatching. U.S. Highway 54 and U.S. Highway 281 intersect here. Don’t forget about Pratt County Lake, a local favorite for fishing and relaxing.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Pratt County |
| County Seat | Pratt |
| Etymology | Named after Caleb Pratt, Union lieutenant and Civil War hero |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Pratt, Iuka, and several smaller communities |
| Interstates and Highways | U.S. Highway 54, U.S. Highway 281, Kansas Highway 61 |
| FIPS Code | 20-151 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 714 square miles (land: 710 sq mi, water: 4 sq mi) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Stafford County (North), Reno County (Northeast), Kingman County (East), Barber County (South), Kiowa County (West), Edwards County (Northwest) |
| Time Zone | Central Time Zone (CST) |
| Population | 9,800 |
| State | Kansas |
| Coordinates | 37.63°N, 98.75°W |
| Major Landmarks | Pratt County Historical Museum, Medicine Lodge State Park, and the Pratt Community College campus |
