Map of Kansas State, USA

The state of Kansas is located in the Midwestern United States. It is bordered by Nebraska to the north, Oklahoma to the south, Missouri to the east, and Colorado to the west.

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This map of Kansas State shows the state borders, states, state capital, county borders, counties, county seats and important cities.

County seats are indicated by a red circle, white circles indicate cities, and the capital of Kansas is indicated by a star in the red circle. The larger the city in terms of population, the larger the circle on the map and the larger the font of the city name.

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Kansas State Profile

Key Facts:

The Great Seal of the State of Kansas	Flag of Kansas
Capital:	Topeka
Largest city:	Wichita
Largest metropolitan area:	Kansas City metropolitan area
Largest county by population:	Johnson County
Largest county by area:	Butler County
Area:	82,278 sq mi (213,100 km²)
Population (2020):	2,940,865^[1]
Density:	34.9/sq mi (13.5/km²)
Dimensions:	Length 210 mi (340 km) Width 400 mi (640 km)
Latitude:	37° N to 40° N
Longitude:	94°35′ W to 102°3′ W
Elevation:	Highest elevation (Mount Sunflower) - 4,041 ft (1,232 m) Lowest elevation (Verdigris River at Oklahoma border) - 679 ft (207 m)
Official language:	English
Religion (2014):^[2]	57% - Protestantism 18% - Catholicism 1% - Mormonism 1% - Jehovah's Witness 1% - Buddhism 20% - Unaffiliated 2% - other religions
Racial/ethnic groups (2021):^[3]	74.7% White 12.7% Hispanic or Latino 6.2% Black or African American 3.3% Two or more races 3.2% Asian 1.2% Native American or Alaska Native 0.1% Pacific Islander
Median household income (2023):	$84,830^[4]
USPS abbreviation:	KS
ISO 3166 code:	US-KS
Time zone:	UTC– 06:00 (Central) Summer (DST) UTC–05:00 (CDT) UTC–07:00 (Mountain) Summer (DST) UTC–06:00 (MDT)
The Official Website of the State of Kansas:	portal.kansas.gov

About the State of Kansas

Kansas, located in the Midwestern United States, is an important agricultural center of the country. Bordered by Nebraska to the north, Missouri to the east, Oklahoma to the south, and Colorado to the west, Kansas occupies a central position in the continental United States. The state covers approximately 82,278 square miles, making it the 15th largest state in the country by land area. With a population of 2,940,865 as of the 2020 census, the state is the 36th most populous state in the nation.

Where is the state of Kansas in the United States of America?

The state capital of Topeka, located in northeastern Kansas, is home to approximately 126,000 people. Wichita, the largest city in Kansas, located in the south-central part of the state, has about 397,000 residents. As an industrial and cultural center, Wichita plays a critical role in the state's economy, especially in the aerospace manufacturing sector. Other major cities include Overland Park, Kansas City, and Olathe.

Kansas entered the Union on January 29, 1861, as the 34th state. The state's admission to the Union followed a period of intense conflict known as Bleeding Kansas, a series of violent clashes between anti-slavery and pro-slavery factions. This conflict highlighted the broader national controversies that led to the American Civil War.

The state's economy relies heavily on agriculture, with wheat, corn, sorghum, and soybeans being the main crops. Kansas ranks among the top wheat producers, which is why it is often referred to as the Wheat State. Livestock, especially cattle, also contributes significantly to the state's agricultural output.

The climate of Kansas is varied, with a humid continental climate in the northeast and semi-arid in the western areas. These differences affect farming practices and crop choices throughout the state. The region known as “Tornado Alley” experiences frequent tornadoes, especially in the spring and early summer.

The state's educational institutions, including the University of Kansas in Lawrence and Kansas State University in Manhattan, provide opportunities for advanced research and higher education. These educational institutions contribute to the intellectual and cultural development of the state.

Overall, Kansas is one of the most important agricultural and industrial states in the United States. Its strategic location, strong agricultural sector, and historical significance emphasize its role in the broader national context.

Major cities in Kansas

Wichita
Overland Park
Kansas City
Olathe
Topeka

Lawrence
Shawnee
Lenexa
Manhattan
Salina

Hutchinson
Leavenworth
Leawood
Dodge City
Garden City

Derby
Gardner
Emporia
Prairie Village
Junction City

Counties in Kansas

There are 105 counties in the U.S. state of Kansas.

List of counties in Kansas

Kansas County Map

Geography of Kansas

Kansas, located in the central part of the United States, has a diverse geographic landscape that significantly affects its climate and agricultural practices. The state's topography moves from rolling hills and forests in the east to flat plains and prairies in the west. This variation favors a variety of agricultural activities, making Kansas an important contributor to the nation's food production.

The state covers approximately 82,278 square miles, and elevation rises gradually from 680 feet above sea level in the east to over 4,000 feet in the west. The Flint Hills, located in the east-central part of the state, represent one of the few remaining tallgrass prairie ecosystems in North America. These hills provide a unique natural habitat and are critical for livestock grazing.

Kansas has a continental climate characterized by large temperature fluctuations and pronounced seasonal changes. The eastern areas have a humid continental climate with hot, wet summers and cold, dry winters. Precipitation in the east averages about 40 inches per year, which is conducive to a variety of agricultural activities. In contrast, the western regions have a semi-arid climate where annual precipitation averages about 16 inches. This arid climate requires irrigation to successfully grow crops.

Kansas is frequently affected by tornadoes, especially in the spring and early summer, as the state is in Tornado Alley. These severe weather events create challenges for both rural and urban communities.

Kansas' geographic diversity and climate change play a critical role in shaping its agricultural economy and affecting the daily lives of its residents.

Below you will find a list of the largest lakes and the longest rivers in Kansas.