Bates County Map, Missouri

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Map of Bates County, Missouri

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Bates County, Missouri

Bates County is a county located in the U.S. state of Missouri. It's county seat is Butler. As per 2020 census, the population of Bates County is 16105 people and population density is square miles. According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 848 sq mi (2,196 km2). Bates County was established on 1841.

Bates County Facts

Continent	North America
Country	United States
State	Missouri
County Seat	Butler
Largest City/Town	Butler
Established	1841
Total Area	851 sq mi (2,204 sq km)
Land Area	837 sq mi (2,168 sq km)
Water Area	14 sq mi (36 sq km)
Population	16,042 (Census 2020)
Population Density	19.2 people per sq mi
Time Zone	Central Time Zone (CST/CDT)
Major Highways	Interstate 49, U.S. Route 71, Missouri Route 52
Major Rivers	Marais des Cygnes River, Osage River nearby region
Neighboring Counties	Cass County, Henry County, St. Clair County, Vernon County
Famous For	Prairie agriculture, Civil War history, Katy Trail nearby region, and rural Missouri landscapes
Top Attractions	Bates County Museum, Butler historic square, Four Rivers Conservation Area nearby region, and Truman Reservoir nearby area
Official Website	Official Website

About Bates County

Bates County is located in west-central Missouri in the central United States and was established in 1841. The county seat and largest city is Butler. The county is known for its agricultural economy, prairie landscapes, Civil War history, and outdoor recreation opportunities in western Missouri.

Cities and Towns in Bates County, Missouri

City/Town	Population (Census 2020)	Latitude & Longitude
Butler (county seat)	4,220	38.2584°N, 94.3305°W
Adrian	1,677	38.3981°N, 94.3513°W
Rich Hill	1,293	38.0967°N, 94.3611°W
Drexel	928	38.4795°N, 94.6088°W
Amsterdam	211	38.3508°N, 94.5886°W
Hume	329	38.0900°N, 94.5836°W

What are the Golf Courses in Bates County

Golf Course	Location	Latitude & Longitude
Butler Country Club	Butler	38.2647°N, 94.3371°W
Rich Hill Golf & Recreation Area	Rich Hill	38.1034°N, 94.3679°W

Major Roads and Highways in Bates County

Major highways connect the county with western Missouri communities and Kansas City regional areas.

Interstate 49 - major north-south interstate through western Missouri
U.S. Route 71 - regional transportation corridor across Missouri
Missouri Route 52 - important east-west route through agricultural communities

What are Neighboring Counties of Bates County

Cass County (north)
Henry County (east)
St. Clair County (southeast)
Vernon County (south)

What Are the Top Attractions in Bates County

The county offers a mix of prairie scenery, local history, and outdoor recreation opportunities.

Bates County Museum - exhibits on pioneer history, Civil War heritage, and agriculture
Butler Historic Square - downtown district with shops, restaurants, and historic buildings
Four Rivers Conservation Area nearby region - wetlands, birdwatching, fishing, and hiking
Truman Reservoir nearby area - boating, fishing, and camping destination
Adrian Prairie Landscapes - scenic rural countryside and farmland views
Rich Hill Mining Heritage Sites - local history attractions connected to coal mining
West-Central Missouri Scenic Drives - rolling prairie and agricultural landscapes
Marais des Cygnes River Recreation Areas - wildlife viewing and fishing opportunities
Community Festivals in Butler - fairs, rodeos, and seasonal events
Historic Rural Churches and Schoolhouses - preserved architecture from early settlement years

What Is the Distance from Bates County to Nearby Cities

The following distances are measured by road (driving).

Butler to Kansas City (Jackson County), Missouri - 67 mi (108 km)
Butler to Springfield (Greene County), Missouri - 133 mi (214 km)
Butler to Nevada (Vernon County), Missouri - 34 mi (55 km)
Butler to Clinton (Henry County), Missouri - 39 mi (63 km)
Butler to Adrian (Bates County), Missouri - 11 mi (18 km)
Butler to Rich Hill (Bates County), Missouri - 21 mi (34 km)
Butler to Wichita (Sedgwick County), Kansas - 204 mi (328 km)
Butler to Columbia (Boone County), Missouri - 162 mi (261 km)
Butler to Saint Louis (St. Louis City), Missouri - 278 mi (447 km)
Butler to Tulsa (Tulsa County), Oklahoma - 199 mi (320 km)
Butler to Little Rock (Pulaski County), Arkansas - 339 mi (546 km)
Butler to Denver (Denver County), Colorado - 608 mi (978 km)
Butler to Minneapolis (Hennepin County), Minnesota - 506 mi (814 km)

FAQs about Bates County

Where is Bates County located?

Bates County is located in west-central Missouri near the Kansas border.

What is the population of Bates County?

Bates County had a population of 16,042 according to the 2020 United States Census.

What is Bates County known for?

Bates County is known for prairie agriculture, Civil War history, rural landscapes, and outdoor recreation.

What are the major highways in Bates County?

The county is served by Interstate 49, U.S. Route 71, and Missouri Route 52.

Are there golf courses in Bates County?

Yes, Bates County includes golf facilities such as Butler Country Club and Rich Hill Golf & Recreation Area.

References

Explore Map of Missouri Counties

US Counties Map by State