Stafford County

Stafford County is a county in central Kansas with St. John serving as its county seat and largest town. The landscape consists primarily of agricultural land and grasslands that form the visual foundation of the area.

The county was established in 1873 during Kansas' western expansion and early settlement period. This foundational era shaped the administrative structure that continues today.

The county maintains agricultural traditions through seasonal farming activities, local markets, and community gatherings at St. John's central square.

The county is accessible via regional routes and provides basic services centered in St. John. Visitors can find county offices, local businesses, and sources of area information there.

Located at coordinates 38.0667, -98.7167, the county represents a traditional Kansas administrative division with connections to multiple regional transport routes.

Location: Kansas

Inception: 1873

Capital city: St. John

Shares border with: Pratt County, Barton County, Rice County, Reno County, Pawnee County, Edwards County

Website: http://StaffordCounty.org

GPS coordinates: 38.06670,-98.71670

Latest update: December 10, 2025 15:46