Lookup Public Records in McPherson County, Kansas. Including Vital Birth and Death Records, Deeds, Probate, Property Records, Mortgages, Liens, Judgments, Marriage Licenses, Voter Registrar, Payroll, Military Discharges.
McPherson County, Kansas Overview
McPherson County is a county located in the state of Kansas. The county was formed in February 26, 1867. Named after James B. McPherson, the county seat is McPherson and it has a population of 29569 as of 2013. The county has a total area of 901 square miles, with its land area encompassing 898 square miles, and its water area 2.3 square miles. The county consists of 11 ZIP codes, with ZIP code 67460 recorded as the one with the largest population. Moreover, McPherson County borders the following counties: Saline County, Kansas to the north; Marion County, Kansas to the east; Rice County, Kansas to the west; Dickinson County, Kansas to the northeast; Ellsworth County, Kansas to the northwest; Reno County, Kansas to the southwest, and; Harvey County, Kansas to the southeast.
McPherson County Clerk Information
The Clerk’s responsibilities and duties include:
- Maintain minutes of all county commission meetings and resolutions.
- Prepare tax abstracts and other reports required by the State.
- Maintain and research birth, death and marriage records prior to 1911.
- Maintain and provide information to the public concerning every election.
- Provide educational programs on voter registration and voting.
- Conduct and supervise all elections held in the County.
- Maintain and update voter registration records.
- All other duties designated by Kansas statute.
Below is the physical address of the County Clerk:
Hollie D. Melroy, County Clerk
117 N. Maple
P.O. Box 425
McPherson, KS 67460
Ph: (620) 241-3656
Fx: (620) 241-1168
Hours: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Details about the Register of Deeds:
Laurie B.Wiziarde, Register of Deeds
117 N. Maple St.
P. O. Box 86
McPherson, KS 67460
Ph: (620) 241-5050
Fx: (620) 245-0749
Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Appraiser
The Appraiser’s Office is responsible for the appraisal of all residential and commercial real estate, personal property, and oil and gas in the county. This office also provides GIS mapping services for the public as well as county, city, state and federal offices.
The Appraiser’s Office provides an online parcel search. Search results can be toggled on the sidebar depending on the information needed. Available information include general info, residential, commercial, agricultural, map, building sketch, and full report. You’ll need credentials in order to view more information about the parcel search results.
Below is the physical address of the Appraiser:
Kim Romero, Interim Appraiser
McPherson County Appraiser’s Office
P.O. Box 530
McPherson, KS 67460
Ph: (620) 241-5870
Fx: (620) 245-0085
Court Clerk Information
The Kansas Open Records Act allows you to inspect and obtain copies of public records maintained by Kansas courts, as long as those records are not exempt from disclosure. Some case information is available online through appellate case search or district case search (fee-based). Many records maintained by Kansas courts are open for inspection. More commonly requested records include court case files and transcripts, final judgments from civil and criminal cases, court budgets, and certified oaths of office.
Below is the physical address of the Court Clerk:
Cindy Teter, Clerk of the District Court
McPherson County Courthouse
P.O. Box 1106
McPherson, Kansas 67460
(620) 241-3422
| McPherson, KS Genealogy and Ancestry Records | |
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| Source: U.S. Census Bureau, USA Counties Data File Downloads | |
| Total Ancestries Reported 2005-2009 | 34,874 |
| Persons Reporting Total Ancestry As - United States or American - 2005-2009 | 1,784 |
| Persons Reporting Total Ancestry As - Arab - 2005-2009 | 13 |
| Persons Reporting Total Ancestry As - British - 2005-2009 | 85 |
| Persons Reporting Total Ancestry As - Czech - 2005-2009 | 433 |
| Persons Reporting Total Ancestry As - Danish - 2005-2009 | 236 |
| Persons Reporting Total Ancestry As - Dutch - 2005-2009 | 1,365 |
| Persons Reporting Total Ancestry As - English - 2005-2009 | 3,268 |
| Persons Reporting Total Ancestry As - European - 2005-2009 | 347 |
| Persons Reporting Total Ancestry As - French (except Basque) - 2005-2009 | 737 |
| Persons Reporting Total Ancestry As - French Canadian - 2005-2009 | 168 |
| Persons Reporting Total Ancestry As - German - 2005-2009 | 12,168 |
| Persons Reporting Total Ancestry As - Greek - 2005-2009 | 30 |
| Persons Reporting Total Ancestry As - Hungarian - 2005-2009 | 15 |
| Persons Reporting Total Ancestry As - Irish - 2005-2009 | 2,989 |
| Persons Reporting Total Ancestry As - Italian - 2005-2009 | 287 |
| Persons Reporting Total Ancestry As - Lithuanian - 2005-2009 | 0 |
| Persons Reporting Total Ancestry As - Norwegian - 2005-2009 | 364 |
| Persons Reporting Total Ancestry As - Polish - 2005-2009 | 356 |
| Persons Reporting Total Ancestry As - Portuguese - 2005-2009 | 51 |
| Persons Reporting Total Ancestry As - Russian - 2005-2009 | 584 |
| Persons Reporting Total Ancestry As - Scotch-Irish - 2005-2009 | 632 |
| Persons Reporting Total Ancestry As - Scottish - 2005-2009 | 671 |
| Persons Reporting Total Ancestry As - Slovak - 2005-2009 | 6 |
| Persons Reporting Total Ancestry As - Subsaharan African - 2005-2009 | 0 |
| Persons Reporting Total Ancestry As - Swedish - 2005-2009 | 3,333 |
| Persons Reporting Total Ancestry As - Swiss - 2005-2009 | 453 |
| Persons Reporting Total Ancestry As - Ukrainian - 2005-2009 | 153 |
| Persons Reporting Total Ancestry As - Welsh - 2005-2009 | 231 |
| Persons Reporting Total Ancestry As - West Indian (excluding Hispanic groups) - 2005-2009 | 0 |
| Persons Reporting Total Ancestry As - Other Groups - 2005-2009 | 3,454 |
| McPherson County Marriage License Office | |
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In order to obtain a marriage license in McPherson County, the applicants must apply together, in person, at the County Clerk’s office. Both parties must present their state-issued picture ID, military ID, or passport, and know their social security number | |
| State Law: | Marriage – Section 23, Art. 1 and Premarital Agreements – Section 23, Art. 24 |
| All State Statutes: | Information is online at the State Website |
| Office: | McPherson County Marriage License |
| Location: | P.O. Box 1106, McPherson, Kansas, 67460 |
| Phone: | 620-241-3422 |
Mc Pherson Register of Deeds Office
County Government Office
Address: 117 N Maple St, McPherson, KS 67460, United States
Phone: 620-241-5050