Winfield Kansas Map

About Winfield, Kansas

Winfield is a locality in Cowley County, Kansas, United States. It has a population of 11,711. The population density is 406.5 people per km². Winfield is located at 37.2397°N, 96.9956°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. ZIP code: 67156.

Winfield rests on the gentle roll of the Kansas prairie, where the horizon stretches wide and the sky feels impossibly vast. It lies 25.9 miles south-east of Derby, KS (from Derby, KS: bearing 145°T), and is situated 9.8 miles east-south-east of Oxford. The land here is a study in subtle gradients, the earth a rich, dark loam that promises fertility, crisscrossed by the meandering paths of creeks like Walnut and Timber Creek, their banks softened by willow and cottonwood. The air, particularly in the late afternoon, carries the scent of mown grass and distant, sun-baked earth, a dry sweetness that speaks of open fields and long, clear days. The character of Winfield is that of a place that knows its own quiet strength, a resilience born of enduring seasons and the steady pulse of agricultural life. The history of Winfield is deeply intertwined with the fertile ground it occupies, a legacy stretching back to its founding as a frontier settlement. The local economy, long anchored by agriculture – particularly wheat and cattle – has seen diversification over time, with manufacturing and healthcare also playing significant roles, providing a steady, if unhurried, rhythm to everyday life. The historic downtown, with its turn-of-the-century brick buildings, still houses many of the businesses that have served generations, a tangible connection to the past. The town’s distinctive character is also shaped by its educational institutions, notably Southwestern College, which imbues the community with a youthful energy and a touch of scholarly reflection, adding another layer to the enduring spirit of Winfield.

About This Winfield Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Winfield, Kansas — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 37.239749, -96.995592. 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 Winfield and Cowley County.

Detailed location data for Winfield includes the ZIP code (67156), telephone area code (785), county seat of Cowley County (Winfield), and school district assignment (Winfield Unified School District 465). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Winfield is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.