Check out the latest Census data for Doniphan County.

Location

Doniphan County is located in the northeast corner of Kansas, bordering the Missouri River. U.S. 36 Highway runs east to west through the county, connecting by Interstate 29 & I-229.

Municipal Services

Doniphan County is served by a county commission type of local government and has adopted comprehensive county planning and zoning codes. The cities are served by mayors and city council.

Distances from the Area

All destinations in the USA can be reached within two working days via motor freight delivery from Doniphan County. Overnight delivery (12 hours) reaches 16 states.

• Chicago: 594 miles
• St. Louis: 311 miles
• Tulsa: 312 miles
• Dallas: 564 miles
• Memphis: 536 miles
• Minneapolis: 403 miles
• Denver: 670 miles
• Little Rock: 444 miles

Climate

Annual Average Temp: 54.4
Avg. Daily Temps: Winter 36.1;  Summer 75.4
Precipitation: Annual Avg. 36″; Snowfall 19″

Population

Doniphan County: 7,600 (2019)
Trade area: 175,000 (within 35 mile radius)
Median age: 41

Healthcare

Health needs are provided by the Doniphan County Health Department, medical clinics, ambulance service, nursing homes, Kanza Mental Health and nearby major medical facilities.

History

Read about Doniphan County’s history to learn more.