Cowley County, Kansas is a progressive area poised for growth while preserving a sense of history and natural beauty. Each of the scommunities in Cowley County have their own special mix of commercial, recreational and residential development. From the charm of the historic downtowns to the three vibrant industrial parks, Cowley County retains that comfortable small town feel.

Located where the prairie meets the Flint Hills in an area of unexpected geographical diversity including the Arkansas and Walnut river valleys, Cowley County has a quality of life second to none. An excellent transportation system links our county with major interstate systems.

Cowley County, with a population of over 36,000, is located in south central Kansas on the Kansas-Oklahoma border, less than one hour from Wichita and two hours from Tulsa and Oklahoma City. The area offers rural living adjacent to urban amenities. Two vibrant and thriving retail trade areas located 10 minutes apart in Arkansas City and Winfield, are easier to get to and closer together than most metropolitan shopping malls.

Atlanta, Burden, Cambridge, Dexter, Parkerfield, and Udall are delightful communities whose downtowns are enjoying rebirth. The quality of life you will find in Cowley County is unsurpassed. With brightly colored sunflowers lining the wheat fields rolling over the hills as they meet the prairie, Cowley County is a melting pot of the best that is Kansas. While developing this industrious community, we have taken the western spirit and the eastern culture and wrapped it all into our "hometown" blanket. Come join us. Visit our communities. Shop with our merchants. And come feel at home in Cowley County.

Cowley County is a rural community within an easy drive of urban amenities located just southeast of the Wichita metropolitan area. With a population of approximately 37,000, Cowley County is large enough to meet your service needs, but small enough to value your individuality. The ease of accessibility is further aided by recent construction and reconstruction including the Arkansas City by-pass to North US 77 and the Winfield by-pass to US 160.

Cowley County has a wealth of assets contributing to economic development, including:  Industries, Industrial Parks, Housing and Services, Retail and Shopping, Lodging and Dining, Healthcare, Education, Civil Life, Worship, Attractions/Events, Recreation. These assets work together to make Cowley County a great place to live and work.

To learn more about Cowley County, download the Cowley County Community Guide.