Explore Winfield, Kansas, with this interactive street and satellite map.
| City | Winfield |
| State | Kansas (KS) |
| County | Cowley County |
| Country | United States of America |
| Timezone | Central Time (America/Chicago) |
| Latitude | 37.242774 |
| Longitude | -96.979674 |
| Population | 11,777 |
| Density | 408.0 /km² |
| Incorporated | Yes |
| ZIP Code | 67156 |
| Area Code | 785 |
| County Seat | Winfield |
| School District | Winfield Unified School District 465 |
Winfield occupies a space where the vast, wheat-horizon plains meet the persistent, rhythmic push of the Walnut River as it carves a path through the limestone bedrock. It lies 12.5 miles north of Arkansas City, KS (from Arkansas City, KS: bearing 11°T), and is situated 25.9 miles southeast of Derby. The landscape stretches toward the horizon with a quiet intensity, punctuated by the subtle rise of the Cup and Saucer Hills that shadow the western perimeter. Beyond the immediate reach of the town, the terrain opens into wide expanses of tallgrass that seem to hold the light long after the sun has begun its descent. Residents often find their way to the quiet banks of the Walnut River, where the water catches the amber glow of late afternoon, or they traverse the short distance to the stillness of Timber Creek Lake. Within the immediate boundaries, Unknown Park provides an open corridor of green that anchors the local topography.
Winfield emerged from the prairie sod as a center for trade and agriculture, solidifying its place in the region through the stability of the local county-seat limestone courthouse. The economy has historically leaned into the productivity of the surrounding soil and the industrious spirit of its milling and manufacturing sectors. As the seasons turn, the rhythm of the harvest defines the cadence of local life, drawing energy from the deep, dark earth that has sustained generations. The legacy of the land is visible in the sturdy, heavy-walled architecture that stands against the frequent, restless winds of the plains. Even as the industries have evolved, the town maintains a steady, deliberate pace that reflects its roots in the high-plains agricultural tradition.
Winfield carries a cultural character shaped by the intellectual presence of Southwestern College, an institution that has long served as a beacon for the surrounding prairie. The limestone walls of the campus buildings catch the morning sun in a way that makes the stone look almost transparent, casting a soft, pale radiance over the grounds. Notable figures such as the accomplished writer and poet William Stafford have walked these streets, their creative output reflecting the stark, honest clarity of the Kansas landscape. Local events often center on the communal celebration of the arts and the shared history of the people who have built their lives in this specific corner of the world. Visitors and residents alike find a sense of continuity in the quiet, enduring landmarks that define the identity of Winfield.
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This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Winfield, Kansas. Coordinates: 37.242774, -96.979674. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service. Real-time local and world news feeds keep the page current.
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).
Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.
| Page generated | August 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. |