Montgomery County, Administrative county in southeastern Kansas, United States.
Montgomery County extends across 651 square miles of land, with Independence serving as its county seat and Coffeyville as its largest population center.
The county was established on February 26, 1867, and received its name from General Richard Montgomery, who led military campaigns during the Revolutionary War.
The county contains twelve distinct townships, reflecting the regional organization of communities that maintain their individual identities while operating under county administration.
The county offices, including the Register of Deeds, County Clerk, and Treasurer, operate from 217 East Myrtle Street in Independence.
Montgomery County marks the location of Kansas's lowest elevation point, situated where the Verdigris River crosses the border into Oklahoma.
Location: Kansas
Inception: February 26, 1867
Capital city: Independence
Shares border with: Wilson County, Labette County, Washington County, Nowata County, Neosho County, Elk County, Chautauqua County
Website: http://MgCountyKS.org
GPS coordinates: 37.20000,-95.73330
Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:23
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