Rawlins County, Kansas
Rawlins County is located in northwest Kansas, with Atwood serving as the county seat. It’s about as rural as Kansas gets, with farming and ranching serving as the key industries.
U.S. Highway 36 runs right through the county, keeping this remote area connected. With a population of around 2,500, Rawlins County is a quiet place.
The Lake Atwood area is a peaceful spot for fishing, camping, or simply enjoying the open sky. If you want to get away from it all and don’t mind being far from big-city amenities, Rawlins County has its own appeal.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Rawlins County |
| County Seat | Atwood |
| Etymology | Named after John Aaron Rawlins, prominent Union Civil War general |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Atwood, Herndon, and several smaller communities |
| Interstates and Highways | U.S. Highway 36, Kansas Highway 25 |
| FIPS Code | 20-153 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 1,116 square miles (land: 1,115 sq mi, water: 1 sq mi) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Hitchcock County, Nebraska (North), Red Willow County, Nebraska (Northeast), Decatur County (East), Thomas County (South), Sherman County (Southwest), Cheyenne County (West), Dundy County, Nebraska (Northwest) |
| Time Zone | Central Time Zone (CST) |
| Population | 2,900 |
| State | Kansas |
| Coordinates | 39.85°N, 101.05°W |
| Major Landmarks | Rawlins County Historical Museum, Atwood City Park, and the Prairie Dog Town in Oakley, nearby |
