Republic County

Republic County is an administrative county in north Kansas covering approximately 720 square miles of mostly agricultural land. The Republican River runs through the territory, and small towns are scattered throughout the landscape.

The territory was established in 1860 and received its first European settlers in 1861. The arrival of railroad connections in the late 1880s linked local communities to other regions.

Swedish and Czech settlers came to the area after the Civil War, leaving marks on local traditions and the character of small towns. You can sense this heritage in how communities are built and in family names throughout the region.

Belleville is the county seat and provides basic services, shopping, and government facilities for visitors and residents. Summer months offer the best conditions for exploring, when weather is stable and rural roads are easily accessible.

A railroad branch line arrived in 1887, connecting towns here to Superior, Nebraska, a crucial link for trade and movement. This connection brought economic activity to communities that would otherwise have remained more isolated from larger markets.

Location: Kansas

Inception: February 27, 1860

Capital city: Belleville

Shares border with: Thayer County, Cloud County, Jefferson County, Washington County, Nuckolls County, Jewell County

Website: http://RepublicCounty.org

GPS coordinates: 39.95944,-97.42444

Latest update: December 10, 2025 15:59