Jewell County

Jewell County is an administrative division in north-central Kansas with its main office in Mankato. The territory includes farmland and various townships that together form the county's structure.

The county was established in 1887 and named after a Union Army officer from the Civil War. This creation was part of administrative expansion in western Kansas during that era.

The county carries the name of a Civil War officer, shaping local identity and pride in the region. Communities here maintain connection to that historical heritage in their daily lives.

The county courthouse in Mankato is the main location for official business and basic government services. The various townships offer additional support and local services to their residents.

The area is divided into 25 different townships, including Buffalo and Burr Oak, creating a complex local governance structure. This decentralized organization allows each community to manage its own local affairs.

Location: Kansas

Inception: February 26, 1887

Capital city: Mankato

Shares border with: Webster County, Mitchell County, Nuckolls County, Republic County, Cloud County, Osborne County, Smith County

Website: http://nckcn.com/homepage/jewell_co/jewell.htm

GPS coordinates: 39.61250,-97.99667

Latest update: December 10, 2025 15:54