Phillips County (standard abbreviation: PL) is a county located in the U.S. state of Kansas. As of the 2020 census, the county population was 4,981. The largest city and county seat is Phillipsburg.
| Name: | Phillips County |
|---|---|
| FIPS code: | 20-147 |
| State: | Kansas |
| Founded: | February 26, 1867 |
| Named for: | William A. Phillips |
| Seat: | Phillipsburg |
| Largest city: | Phillipsburg |
| Total Area: | 895 sq mi (2,320 km²) |
| Land Area: | 886 sq mi (2,290 km²) |
| Total Population: | 4,981 |
| Population Density: | 5.6/sq mi (2.2/km²) |
| Time zone: | UTC−6 (Central) |
| Summer Time Zone (DST): | UTC−5 (CDT) |
| Website: | phillipscountyks.org |
Phillips County location map. Where is Phillips County?
History
Early history
For many millennia, the Great Plains of North America was inhabited by nomadic Native Americans. From the 16th century to 18th century, the Kingdom of France claimed ownership of large parts of North America. In 1762, after the French and Indian War, France secretly ceded New France to Spain, per the Treaty of Fontainebleau.
19th century
In 1802, Spain returned most of the land to France, but keeping title to about 7,500 square miles. In 1803, most of the land for modern day Kansas was acquired by the United States from France as part of the 828,000 square mile Louisiana Purchase for 2.83 cents per acre.
In 1854, the Kansas Territory was organized, then in 1861 Kansas became the 34th U.S. state. In 1867, Phillips County was established.
Phillips County Road Map
Geography
According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 895 square miles (2,320 km), of which 886 square miles (2,290 km) is land and 8.7 square miles (23 km) (1.0%) is water.
Adjacent counties
- Harlan County, Nebraska (north)
- Franklin County, Nebraska (northeast)
- Smith County (east)
- Rooks County (south)
- Graham County (southwest)
- Norton County (west)
National protected area
- Kirwin National Wildlife Refuge
Phillips County Topographic Map
Phillips County Satellite Map
Phillips County Outline Map
