Wichita County

Wichita County is an administrative area in western Kansas characterized by open plains and agricultural land. Wheat and grain cultivation dominate the landscape, with ranching operations scattered across the region.

The county was established on March 6, 1873, beginning local governance in western Kansas. This early founding allowed settlement and development of the prairie region.

Agriculture shapes daily life and local identity throughout the region. Farming practices and livestock operations deeply influence how people here work and live.

Leoti serves as the administrative center with government offices and local services when you need information or assistance. Keep in mind the region is sparsely populated, so amenities and services are limited compared to larger areas.

Leoti is the only incorporated city within the entire county, carrying all administrative and community functions alone. This makes the area unusual for an administrative county centered around a single small town.

Location: Kansas

Inception: March 6, 1873

Capital city: Leoti

Shares border with: Logan County, Kearny County, Scott County, Wallace County, Hamilton County, Greeley County

Website: http://WichitaCounty.org

GPS coordinates: 38.46670,-101.35000

Latest update: December 8, 2025 13:44