Coffey County
KS · Pop. 8,304 · Rural County
Coffey County, Kansas covers 627 square miles with a population of 8,304 and a density of 13.2 people per square mile, so rural land and genuine privacy are available. The agricultural economy is rated strong, built on soybeans, hay, corn. A median home price of $140,000 and an effective property tax rate of 1.16% set the cost of entry. The climate sits in USDA hardiness zone 6b with a 193-day growing season, average summer highs of 86.3°F and average winter lows of 21.4°F. Annual rainfall averages 37.5 inches, and with drought risk rated very high, water storage and irrigation planning matter. Coffey County Hospital is 2.4 miles away and includes an emergency room. Broadband reaches 81.1% of homes. On the hazard side, flood risk is high, tornado risk is high, wildfire risk is very high, drought risk is very high, so plan infrastructure and insurance accordingly.
Pros
- A long 193-day growing season in USDA zone 6b supports a wide range of crops and multiple plantings.
- A median home price of $140,000 makes land and property relatively affordable.
- Coffey County Hospital, with an emergency room, is just 2.4 miles away — strong local healthcare access.
- A strong agricultural economy built on soybeans, hay, corn means local markets, equipment, and know-how are in place.
- At 13.2 people per square mile, land is available with genuine space and privacy.
Cons
- Wildfire risk is very high, requiring defensible space, fire-resistant construction, and an evacuation plan.
- Drought risk is very high, making water storage and irrigation infrastructure essential rather than optional.
- Flood risk is high, so low-lying parcels deserve careful evaluation before purchase.
At a glance
Coffey County, KS is a solid homesteading option with some tradeoffs.
- Homestead score
- 61/100
- Median home price
- $140k
- Property tax
- 1.16%
- Growing season
- 193 days (zone 6b)
- Annual rainfall
- 37.5"
- Broadband
- 81.1%
- Nearest hospital
- Coffey County Hospital, 2.4 mi
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Homesteading in Coffey County: FAQ
- What is the growing season like in Coffey County?
- Coffey County is in USDA hardiness zone 6b with a 193-day growing season, average summer highs of 86.3°F, and average winter lows of 21.4°F. The established crops are soybeans, hay, corn.
- How affordable is land and property here?
- The median home price is $140,000 and the effective property tax rate is 1.16%. County-level per-acre prices aren't published, so compare current local listings for raw land.
- Is broadband internet available?
- Broadband reaches 81.1% of homes, so verify service at a specific parcel before purchasing.
- How close is healthcare?
- Coffey County Hospital is 2.4 miles away and includes an emergency room; there are 2 hospitals in the county.
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Figures are sourced from public datasets: U.S. Census Bureau — ACS 5-year & Gazetteer, USDA NASS Census of Agriculture, USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map, NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020), FEMA National Risk Index, FCC Broadband Data Collection, BLS Local Area Unemployment Statistics, HIFLD Hospitals. Always confirm specifics locally before relying on them. See our methodology for how the homestead score is calculated.
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