Woodson County
KS · Pop. 3,118 · Rural County
Woodson County sits in Kansas across 498 square miles, home to 3,118 people at 6.3 per square mile, so rural land and genuine privacy are available. The agricultural economy is rated strong, built on hay, soybeans, wheat. A median home price of $77,000 and an effective property tax rate of 1.81% set the cost of entry. The climate sits in USDA hardiness zone 6b with a 192-day growing season, average summer highs of 86.7°F and average winter lows of 22.3°F. Annual rainfall averages 43.1 inches, and with drought risk rated very high, water storage and irrigation planning matter. Allen County Regional Hospital is 20.4 miles away, though without an in-county emergency room. Broadband reaches 55.5% of homes. On the hazard side, wildfire risk is very high, drought risk is very high, so plan infrastructure and insurance accordingly.
Pros
- A long 192-day growing season in USDA zone 6b supports a wide range of crops and multiple plantings.
- A median home price of $77,000 makes land and property relatively affordable.
- A strong agricultural economy built on hay, soybeans, wheat means local markets, equipment, and know-how are in place.
- At 6.3 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.
- An effective property tax rate of 1.81% is on the higher side and adds to annual carrying costs.
- Broadband reaches only 55.5% of homes, a real gap for remote work or online sales.
- The nearest hospital, Allen County Regional Hospital, is 20.4 miles away, a real consideration for medical needs.
At a glance
Woodson County, KS is a challenging place to homestead on the data.
- Homestead score
- 30/100
- Median home price
- $77k
- Property tax
- 1.81%
- Growing season
- 192 days (zone 6b)
- Annual rainfall
- 43.1"
- Broadband
- 55.5%
- Nearest hospital
- Allen County Regional Hospital, 20.4 mi
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Homesteading in Woodson County: FAQ
- What is the growing season like in Woodson County?
- Woodson County is in USDA hardiness zone 6b with a 192-day growing season, average summer highs of 86.7°F, and average winter lows of 22.3°F. The established crops are hay, soybeans, wheat.
- How affordable is land and property here?
- The median home price is $77,000 and the effective property tax rate is 1.81%. Per-acre raw-land prices vary widely by parcel here, so check active listings for current rates.
- Is broadband internet available?
- Broadband reaches 55.5% of homes, so verify service at a specific parcel before purchasing.
- How close is healthcare?
- Allen County Regional Hospital is 20.4 miles away, without an in-county emergency room.
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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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