Parsons Kansas Map
Parsons, Kansas — interactive Google street map, satellite and terrain views, Street View, live National Weather Service conditions and 7-day forecasts, real-time local and world news, and an editorial description of Parsons, Labette County.
Interactive Map of Parsons, Kansas
| City | Parsons |
| State | Kansas (KS) |
| County | Labette |
| Country | United States of America |
| Timezone | Central Time (America/Chicago) |
| Latitude | 37.340338 |
| Longitude | -95.261084 |
| Population | 9,425 |
| Density | 344.4 /km² |
| Incorporated | N/A |
About Parsons, Kansas
Parsons is a locality in Labette County, Kansas, United States. It has a population of approximately 9,425. The population density is 344.4 people per km². Parsons is located at 37.3403°N, 95.2611°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. ZIP code: 67335.
Parsons, Kansas, unfolds under a vast, often brilliant sky, its landscape a gentle swell of prairie land that hints at the deeper currents of the Great Plains. It lies 44.8 miles west-north-west of Joplin, MO (from Joplin, MO: bearing 293°T), and is situated 16.7 miles east-north-east of Cherryvale. The air here, especially in the late afternoon when the sun begins its slow descent, carries a dry, clean scent of mown grass and distant fields, a subtle perfume that clings to the sturdy, unassuming architecture of the town. Oak trees, their branches thick and reaching, offer dappled shade on the sidewalks, and the overall impression is one of quiet resilience, a place built with deliberate hands against the open canvas of the land. The Labette Creek, a modest waterway, winds its way through the periphery, its banks lined with willows that whisper secrets to the passing breeze, a constant, hushed reminder of the water's patient work. The history of Parsons is intrinsically linked to the iron horse, its very foundation laid by the railroad that promised connection and commerce across the burgeoning nation. The Missouri, Kansas and Texas Railroad established its division here in the late 19th century, and the town grew outward from those humming tracks, becoming a vital hub for manufacturing and repair. This industrial heritage, though perhaps less visible now than in its heyday, still resonates in the town's pragmatic character and the enduring spirit of its people, who understand the value of hard work and self-reliance. The local economy, while diverse, retains echoes of its past, with manufacturing and transportation still playing significant roles, supporting a steady, unhurried rhythm of life. Parsons stands as a testament to the enduring strength of communities built on industry and the expansive beauty of the prairie landscape.
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About This Parsons Map Page
This page provides an interactive Google map of Parsons, Kansas with street, satellite and terrain views and integrated Street View imagery. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Parsons and Labette County. Coordinates and population data are also included.
Location data for Parsons is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity, not name matching alone — ensuring the correct Parsons is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states.
| Page generated | June 2026 |
| Location data | SimpleMaps US Cities Database; coordinates matched to USGS GNIS definitive data |
| Wikipedia validation | Article content matched to USGS GNIS coordinates via Wikipedia geosearch API. Location verified by proximity — not name matching alone. |
