The United States Department of Agriculture has rated the natural amenities of this region. On a scale of one to seven, Seward county is rated a 3. The average temperature during the month of June is 80.8℉ and the average temperature in January is 34.7℉. The typical humidity of this area is approximately 41% and the area covered by water is 0.15%. The overall influence score for Seward is 7.
The map below displays geographic boundaries of Seward, Kansas with a blue border. There are no significant USDA regional restrictions in this county. For higher resolution imagery click the map to zoom in or search for specific postal (zip) codes, city names or even counties. You can also search for specific addresses using the power search feature here.
Select from the above list of cities in Seward County. Cities most likely to have USDA loan eligible properties are highlighted in the drop down list. Alternatively, use the search form to find your favorite counties, cities and zip codes in Kansas.
Seward County, Kansas is located in southwest Kansas. According to the 2020 U.S. Census, the population of Seward County is 6,816 people. The median age of residents is 37.3 years old and the median household income is $50,788.
The majority of residents in Seward County are White (90.5%), followed by Hispanic or Latino (5.2%), American Indian (1.9%) and Asian (0.8%). The majority of households are married couples (52.6%), followed by single-parent households (17.1%) and non-family households (13.2%).
The living conditions in Seward County are generally good and the quality of life is high for its residents. The cost of living index is slightly lower than the national average, making it a more affordable place to live than many other parts of Kansas. The unemployment rate in Seward County is 3%, which is lower than the national average of 6%.
The area has access to quality healthcare services provided by a number of hospitals and clinics, including St Francis Community Health Center and Seward County Medical Center. There are also several public schools in the county that provide quality education for students from kindergarten through 12th grade.
Overall, Seward County offers its residents a high quality of life with affordable living costs and access to quality healthcare and education services.
State Office - TopekaFeatured Property from USDA Loan Eligible Regions of Kansas
1303 SW First American Place, Suite 100
Topeka, KS 66604
(785) 271-2700
Hays Office
(785) 628-3081
Iola Office
(620) 365-2901
Newton Office
(316) 283-0370