Decatur County Map, Kansas
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Decatur County, Kansas
Decatur County is way up in the northwest corner of Kansas. It has only about 2,600 folks spread across its High Plains landscape. It’s a perfect square of a county.
Oberlin, the county seat, is home to the Last Indian Raid Museum. This museum tells the story of the last Native American raid in Kansas.
If you’re into geology, the county has some impressive chalk badlands. And if you’re passing through, keep an eye out for the Prairie Dog State Park (to the east). Yes, there are actual prairie dogs, and they’re pretty darn cute when they stand up.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Decatur County |
| County Seat | Oberlin |
| Population | 2,600 |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Oberlin, Lenora, and several smaller communities |
| Interstates and Highways | U.S. Highway 36, Kansas Highway 27 |
| FIPS Code | 20-039 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 2,300 square miles (land: 2,297 sq mi, water: 3 sq mi) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Red Willow County, Nebraska (North), Furnas County, Nebraska (Northeast), Norton County (East), Sheridan County (South), Thomas County (Southwest), Rawlins County (West) |
| Time Zone | Central Time Zone (CST) |
| State | Kansas |
| Coordinates | 39.83°N, 101.28°W |
| Etymology | Named after Stephen Decatur, naval commodore and War of 1812 hero |
| Major Landmarks | Decatur County Historical Society Museum, Kansas State Line Monument |
| Website | Decatur County Website |
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