Life In Mitchell County, Kansas
In Mitchell County, Kansas, you'll find a genuine slice of Americana where agriculture roots run deep and innovation thrives. The local spirit is defined by resilience and close-knit connections, offering a unique blend of tradition and forward-thinking. It's not just a place; it's a community eager to welcome you.
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Population
5,738
Weather (High/Low)
90 / 38
Median Home Value (3BR, 2BA)
$140,000
Mitchell County: FUN FACT
Mitchell County Kansas is also considered the Land of the Kansas Post Rock.
Awards & Press
2023 National Blue Ribbon School: Lakeside Elementary School
U.S. Department of Education
Mitchell County Strong
Huck Boyd National Institute Award for Community Service
2023 National and State School of Character: Beloit Junior-Senior High School
Character.org; The Kansas State Department of Education (KSDE);Smoky Hill Education Service Center
St. John's Catholic School named to the Cardinal Newman Society School of Excellence Honor Roll
1st Catholic school in Kansas to receive this honor
2023: Mitchell County Hospital Health Systems named one of America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Patient Experience
Women’s Choice Award®
The North Central Kansas Technical College: 6th best Community College in the US in 2023
The Best Schools
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Welcome to Mitchell County, where communities are brimming with opportunity while providing all the advantages of a rural lifestyle. We invite you to spread your wings and embrace the opportunity to truly belong in a community.
Mitchell County takes great pride in our education system which works together to create one interconnected network of opportunities. From infants to higher education, Mitchell County strives to create a diverse, well-established, and nationally renowned education system.
Mitchell County has a rich history of celebrating both the arts and our culture. Our culture embraces agriculture, our rich indigenous history, and the arts throughout our community events, like festivals and parades, youth programs, and local organizations, like our Leadership Mitchell County program with over 300 graduates. We know to fully embrace arts and culture, we must recognize and respect the past, present and future of Mitchell County!
Mitchell County is a mecca for recreational opportunities, known for fantastic hunting and fishing. Glen Elder State Park and Waconda Lake attract thousands of visitors each year for camping, boating, and fishing. From golfing at Beloit Country Club, Tipton’s sand greens, Cawker City’s synthetic turf greens and Chautauqua Disc Golf to establishing mountain biking and hiking trails, we continue to build a network of recreational options, all while maintaining beautiful city parks and breathtaking landscapes, sunrises, and sunsets.
Mitchell County has worked diligently and collaboratively to create a comprehensive medical network in our communities. We know healthcare spans far beyond hospitals and doctors, which is why we provide many different services that ensure our residents are receiving the nutrition, transportation, wellness services and support necessary for everyday health.
Here, amidst our blue hills and blue waters, discover collaborative, forward-thinking communities beaming with pride. Experience a lifestyle where neighbors become family, coworkers become friends, and the possibilities are endless.
