Where is Augusta, Kansas, USA?

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Where is Augusta Located? - Augusta is a city located in the Butler County of Kansas, United States. Augusta lies between 43.7965 Degrees North latitudes and 70.2589 Degrees West longitudes.

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Where is Augusta, Kansas

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Where is Augusta?: The Google Map showing the location of Augusta in the U.S. state of Kansas.

Where is Augusta Located?

Augusta is a city located in the Butler County of Kansas, United States. Augusta lies between 43.7965 Degrees North latitudes and 70.2589 Degrees West longitudes. According to 2020 U.S.census, the population of Augusta city is 9256 people and the city has a total area of 4.23 sq mi. The city has numerous parks and recreational facilities.

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Augusta, Kansas Quick Facts

FactDetails
CityAugusta
CountyButler County
StateKansas
CountryUnited States
RegionSouth-Central Kansas
Latitude37.6867° N
Longitude96.9764° W
Elevation1,283 ft (391 m)
Land Area4.8 sq mi
Water Area0.2 sq mi
Total Area5.0 sq mi
Population (Census 2020)9,256
Population DensityApproximately 1,928 per sq mi
ZIP Code67010
Area Code316
Time Zone StandardCentral Time (UTC-6)
Time Zone DaylightCentral Daylight Time (UTC-5)
CurrencyUnited States Dollar (USD)
FIPS Code20-03625

Nearby Cities and Communities to Augusta, Kansas

  • Andover, Kansas - 8 mi West
  • Rose Hill, Kansas - 9 mi Southwest
  • Douglass, Kansas - 12 mi East
  • Derby, Kansas - 14 mi West
  • Wichita, Kansas - 20 mi West
  • El Dorado, Kansas - 14 mi North
  • Mulvane, Kansas - 18 mi Southwest
  • Towanda, Kansas - 16 mi Northwest
  • Newton, Kansas - 34 mi Northwest
  • Winfield, Kansas - 38 mi South

Augusta, Kansas Climate and Weather Overview

MonthAvg High (°F)Avg Low (°F)Avg Precipitation (in)
January43221.1
April68453.1
July93713.5
October71462.6
Annual694734.0
Climate AttributeDetails
Climate Classification (Köppen)Cfa - Humid Subtropical
Annual PrecipitationApproximately 34 inches
Annual Sunshine DaysApproximately 225 days
Severe Weather RiskThunderstorms, Tornadoes and Hailstorms
Average SnowfallApproximately 13 inches annually

Driving Distances from Augusta, Kansas

CityStateDistance (mi)Approx. Drive Time
AndoverKansas810 min
Rose HillKansas915 min
DouglassKansas1215 min
El DoradoKansas1420 min
DerbyKansas1420 min
TowandaKansas1620 min
WichitaKansas2030 min
MulvaneKansas1825 min
NewtonKansas3440 min
WinfieldKansas3845 min

Transportation and Connectivity in Augusta, Kansas

Nearest AirportAugusta Municipal Airport
IATA Code3AU
Major AirportWichita Dwight D. Eisenhower National Airport (ICT)
Major HighwaysUS Highway 54/400, Kansas Highway 77
Rail ServiceFreight Rail Service
Public TransitRegional Transit Services
  • Augusta is located along the Walnut River in Butler County.
  • The city has strong ties to the aviation industry and the Wichita metropolitan economy.
  • Manufacturing, healthcare, education and retail are important local employment sectors.
  • US Highway 54/400 provides direct access to Wichita and eastern Kansas communities.
  • Augusta offers a blend of small-town living with convenient access to urban amenities.

Key Landmarks and Places to Visit in Augusta, Kansas

Landmark NameType
Augusta Historic TheatreHistoric Theater
Kansas Aviation Museum Annex ExhibitsAviation Attraction
Garvin ParkCommunity Park
Augusta LakeRecreation Area
Walnut River TrailWalking and Cycling Trail
Redler Institute of Culinary ArtsEducational Attraction
Augusta Arts Council DistrictArts Venue
Downtown AugustaShopping and Dining Area
Butler County History CenterNearby Museum
Santa Fe LakeOutdoor Recreation Area

Colleges and Universities Near Augusta, Kansas

Institution NameTypeDistanceNotable For
Butler Community CollegeCommunity College14 miAcademic transfer and workforce programs
Wichita State UniversityPublic University20 miAviation, engineering and research
Friends UniversityPrivate University23 miBusiness and education programs
Newman UniversityPrivate University24 miLiberal arts and healthcare education
Southwestern CollegePrivate College38 miBusiness and liberal arts

Waterbodies in and Near Augusta, Kansas

Walnut River, Augusta Lake, Santa Fe Lake, Whitewater River, El Dorado Lake, Chisholm Creek, Fourmile Creek, Bluestem Lake, Butler State Fishing Lake, Arkansas River

Golf Courses in and Near Augusta, Kansas

Augusta Country Club, Terradyne Country Club, Andover Municipal Golf Course, Crestview Country Club, Willowbend Golf Club, Sand Creek Station Golf Course, Hidden Lakes Golf Course, Pine Bay Golf Course

Augusta, Kansas - Key Historical Facts

  • Augusta was founded in 1868 and developed as an agricultural and trading center along the Walnut River.
  • The arrival of the railroad helped stimulate economic growth and regional commerce.
  • Oil discoveries in Butler County during the early twentieth century contributed to local prosperity.
  • The city later became connected to Kansas' growing aviation and manufacturing industries.
  • Augusta has preserved much of its historic downtown architecture and community heritage.
  • Today, the city is known for its family-friendly environment, outdoor recreation and proximity to Wichita.

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