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WHERE IS KANSAS? SEE ITS MAP LOCATION AND SURROUNDING STATES

By Patrick MacFarland,

2023-11-25

Located in the Midwest United States, Kansas is the state that is located most
in the center of the contiguous United States. But the real question is, do
people know where Kansas is? Do people know about the surrounding states around
Kansas?

If you are wondering where Kansas is, let’s take a look at where it is on the US
map. We’ll also explore Kansas’s bordering states, when the state officially
joined the union, the climate in Kansas, and other facts about the Sunflower
State .


WHERE IS KANSAS LOCATED ON THE MAP?

Kansas is located in the midwestern region of the United States. With an area of
82,278 square miles, it is the 15th largest state in terms of size. But where is
Kansas on the map? Let’s take a look below.




WHEN DID KANSAS OFFICIALLY JOIN THE US?

Kansas was part of the Louisiana Purchase, the land the US bought from France
while Thomas Jefferson was President. Upon the passage of the Kansas-Nebraska
Act in 1854, both states were freely directed whether they would enter the US as
free or slave states. Nebraska voted to become a free state. In Kansas, things
were more controversial. There was much infighting and conflicts arose where the
term “Bleeding Kansas” came to life. In the end, Kansas voted to become a free
state. It officially joined the union on January 29, 1861, as the 34th state .


WHICH STATES BORDER KANSAS?

Four states border Kansas — Nebraska to the north, Oklahoma to the south,
Missouri to the east, and Colorado to the west. Let’s take a look at the four
states that border the Sunflower State.




NEBRASKA

Capital: Lincoln

Population: 1.9 million

Nickname: The Cornhusker State

Admitted to Union: March 1, 1867 (37th)

Governor: Jim Pillen (R)


OKLAHOMA

Capital: Oklahoma City

Population: 4 million

Nickname: Native America

Admitted to Union: November 16, 1907 (46th)

Governor: Kevin Stitt (R)


MISSOURI

Capital: Jefferson City

Population: 6.1 million

Nickname: Show Me State

Admitted to Union: August 10, 1821 (24th)

Governor: Mike Parson (R)


COLORADO



Capital: Denver

Population: 5.8 million

Nickname: The Centennial State

Admitted to Union: August 1, 1876 (38th)

Governor: Jared Polis (D)


IS KANSAS A GOOD PLACE TO LIVE?

The windiest city in the entire country is located in Kansas and it’s called
Dodge City.

©Thomas Carton/Shutterstock.com

Let’s face it, most states in the plains region of the country are very
affordable and Kansas is no exception. You will be able to live comfortably
without paying outrageous amounts of rent. The state is home to amazing
barbecue, so you won’t be complaining about the lack of good food here. Kansas
also has a variety of things to do and many of them are outdoor, so if you are a
nature-oriented person, this is your state.



Of course, to every pro, there are also cons. The climate in Kansas can be all
over the place. You can have cold winters and sometimes they are not so bad. The
summers can be humid and very hot, but if you live in the semi-arid part of the
state, expect to have dry summers. Lastly, tornadoes happen quite frequently
here so you have to be mindful of that.


WHAT IS THE CLIMATE IN KANSAS?

The television series

Little House on the Prairie

is set in Kansas.

©Jonah Lange/Shutterstock.com



Kansas has three types of climate: a humid continental type of climate, a
semi-arid steppe climate, and a humid subtropical type of climate. The western
parts of the state are more semi-arid where summers can be dry and winters are
variable , whereas the eastern parts of the state have cold winters, but humid
summers. The state is prone to tornadoes with an average of 50 tornadoes per
year.

When it comes to record temperatures, the hottest temperature ever recorded was
121 degrees Fahrenheit on July 24, 1936. The lowest recorded temperature was -40
degrees Fahrenheit on February 13, 1905.


WHAT IS KANSAS MOST KNOWN FOR?

Famous people born in Kansas include Don Cheadle, Melissa Etheridge, Paul Rudd,
Eric Stonestreet, Kirstie Alley, Jason Sudeikis, Annette Bening, and Ed Asner.

©Paul Brady Photography/Shutterstock.com



Kansas is often overlooked by many, but the reality is that it’s is a beautiful
state filled with unique things. The state is known for being a plains state
where a lot of agriculture is grown including wheat. The state is also known for
having an abundance of sunflower fields, one of the reasons why it’s called the
Sunflower State. Kansas is also known for the Wizard of Oz. In the stories, the
main character is from Kansas. The state is also one of the largest producers of
oil, having more than 7,000 oil wells. Several notable cities that should be on
your list to visit include Wichita, Topeka, and Kansas City.

When it comes to wildlife , Kansas is home to armadillos, gophers, and
jackrabbits. As for the state’s flora , there is a variety of trees in the
state, which include maple trees, oak trees, cedar trees, and walnut trees.


FAST FACTS ABOUT KANSAS

The state flower of Kansas is the sunflower, which is one of the reasons it’s
called the Sunflower State.

©iStock.com/tomofbluesprings

 * Capital: Topeka
 * Population: 2.9 million
 * Governor: Laura Kelly (D)
 * Lieutenant Governor: David Toland (D)
 * State animal: Buffalo ( Bubalina )
 * State bird: Western meadowlark ( Sturnella neglecta )
 * State flower: Sunflower ( Helianthus annuus )


CONCLUSION

Kansas is a beautiful state with its plains and fields of sunflowers. You can
truly enjoy yourself with so many outdoor recreational activities that you will
live the midwesterner’s life. The state is affordable and will allow you to live
freely without giving up most of your paycheck to pay the rent. Although some of
the cities may not have a vibrant nightlife, there are still places you can
enjoy with good food and good drinks. All in all, Kansas is a great city full of
opportunity, just like what the sunflower stands for. After all, the state is
called the Sunflower State.


UP NEXT:

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 * Discover the 11 Wealthiest Counties in Georgia
 * The 10 Largest Airports in the World
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The post Where Is Kansas? See Its Map Location and Surrounding States appeared
first on A-Z Animals .

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mary and "ME"
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We are in the middle of nowhere and we don't like illegals or bums here ! Move
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