Stafford County, Kansas
Stafford County, nestled in central Kansas, is all about keeping things simple. St. John, the county seat, is a small town with a big heart.
The area is mostly flat farmland, but there are also interesting wildlife areas nearby, such as Quivira National Wildlife Refuge. There’s good birdwatching in the area if you’re into that.
The county also has some oil production alongside its agricultural industry. U.S. Highway 281 runs through the area, making it easy to swing by. With about 4,000 people, it’s quiet enough to hear yourself think.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Stafford County |
| County Seat | Saint John |
| Etymology | Named after Lewis Stafford, Union captain and Civil War hero |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Stafford (county seat), Hudson, Macksville, and Seward |
| Interstates and Highways | U.S. Highway 50, Kansas Highway 2, Kansas Highway 96 |
| FIPS Code | 20-185 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 1,055 square miles (land: 1,051 sq mi, water: 4 sq mi) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Barton County (North), Rice County (Northeast), Reno County (East), Pratt County (South), Edwards County (West), Pawnee County (West) |
| Time Zone | Central Time Zone (CST) |
| Population | 4,000 |
| State | Kansas |
| Coordinates | 37.71°N, 98.62°W |
| Major Landmarks | Stafford County Courthouse, Stafford State Fishing Lake, and the historic Stafford Depot |
