What this tracks
This dataset records earthquakes in Kansas, including their magnitude, depth, location, and time of occurrence.
Why it matters to you
If you own property in Kansas or are considering buying land, this data tells you whether your area has experienced recent seismic activity and how strong those quakes were. For renters, it helps assess whether earthquake insurance (rare in Kansas but increasingly relevant) might be worth exploring. Businesses storing fragile inventory can check if their warehouse sits in a zone with frequent low-magnitude tremors.
How to read this data
MAGNITUDE — Strength of the earthquake on the Richter scale (sample: 2). Quakes below 2.5 are usually not felt.
COUNTY_NAME — Where the quake occurred (sample: Saline). Cross-reference with your county.
DEPTH — How far below the surface the quake started, in kilometers (sample: 4.7). Shallower quakes often feel stronger.
LOCAL_TIME — When the quake happened in your timezone (sample: 1732057067000, which converts to a readable date/time).
Try it yourself
Check the Kansas Geological Survey Earthquake Map to see quakes near your town by entering your county in their interactive tool.