Woodson County, Kansas
Woodson County is located in southeast Kansas, with Yates Center serving as the county seat. Farming is central to life here, with fields of wheat and corn covering much of the landscape.
Yates Center is known as the “Hay Capital of the World.” That’s how you know farming is a big deal around here.
The county has some nice outdoor spots, including Woodson State Fishing Lake. There are also good opportunities for hunting in the area. If you need some fresh air, Toronto Lake is nearby in the southwestern part of the county.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Woodson County |
| County Seat | Yates Center |
| Etymology | Named after Daniel Woodson, five time acting governor of Kansas Territory |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Yates Center (county seat), Iola, and several unincorporated communities |
| Interstates and Highways | U.S. Highway 54, U.S. Highway 75, Kansas Highway 130 |
| FIPS Code | 20-207 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 632 square miles (land: 630 sq mi, water: 2 sq mi) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Coffey County (North), Anderson County (Northeast), Allen County (East), Neosho County (Southeast), Wilson County (South), Greenwood County (West) |
| Time Zone | Central Time Zone (CST) |
| Population | 3,200 |
| State | Kansas |
| Coordinates | 37.87°N, 95.71°W |
| Major Landmarks | Yates Center Public Library, Woodson County Historical Society Museum, and the Yates Center Lake |
