Wilson County, Kansas
Wilson County is located in southeast Kansas, with Fredonia serving as the county seat. It features a mix of prairie and woodland, creating some beautiful scenery.
The county has a little bit of everything, including farming, small industries, and even some oil wells. Wilson County State Lake also offers good fishing opportunities if that’s your thing.
Neodesha, another town in the county, is home to a small but interesting oil museum. It’s also where the first commercial oil well west of the Mississippi was drilled. Wilson County offers a relaxed pace of life along with plenty of opportunities for outdoor activities.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Wilson County |
| County Seat | Fredonia |
| Etymology | Named in honor of Hiero T. Wilson, Union colonel and Civil War hero |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Fredonia (county seat), Neodesha, Wilson, and several unincorporated communities |
| Interstates and Highways | U.S. Highway 400, U.S. Highway 75, Kansas Highway 47 |
| FIPS Code | 20-205 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 1,158 square miles (land: 1,157 sq mi, water: 1 sq mi) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Woodson County (North), Allen County (Northeast), Neosho County (East), Montgomery County (South), Elk County (West), Greenwood County (Northwest) |
| Time Zone | Central Time Zone (CST) |
| Population | 8,600 |
| State | Kansas |
| Coordinates | 37.59°N, 95.72°W |
| Major Landmarks | Wilson Lake, Wilson County Historical Society Museum, and Fredonia’s historic downtown |
