Flag of Kansas
stateThe flag of Kansas was adopted on March 23, 1927. Dark blue field with the state seal, a sunflower and a bar. It uses 3 colours: dark blue, gold and green. The official proportions are 3:5.
Basic Flag Information
| Flag Name | Flag of Kansas |
|---|---|
| Country | Kansas |
| Official Country Name | State of Kansas |
| Continent | North America |
| Region | United States |
| ISO Country Code | US-KS |
| Internet Domain | .us |
| Calling Code | +1 |
| Currency | United States dollar (USD) |
| National Language(s) | English |
Flag Specifications
| Official Flag Name | Flag of Kansas |
|---|---|
| Adopted On | March 23, 1927 |
| Current Version Adopted | March 23, 1927 |
| Flag Proportion | 3:5 |
| Flag Shape | Rectangle |
| Number of Colors | 3 |
| Main Colors | Dark Blue, Gold, Green |
| Design Type | Dark blue field with the state seal, a sunflower and a bar |
| Official Status | Official State Flag |
| Government Authority | State Government of Kansas |
Flag Color Information
| Color | Appearance | HEX Code | RGB | CMYK |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dark Blue | #002868 | 0, 40, 104 | 100, 62, 0, 59 | |
| Gold | #FFD100 | 255, 209, 0 | 0, 18, 100, 0 | |
| Green | #3D7C47 | 61, 124, 71 | 51, 0, 43, 51 |
Flag Design and Symbols
| Dark Blue colour | Represents the field |
|---|---|
| Gold colour | Represents the sunflower and crest |
| Green colour | Represents the landscape |
| Sunflower | The state flower, above a twisted blue and gold bar for the Louisiana Purchase |
| Thirty-four stars | Kansas as the 34th state, above a scene of settlers, bison and a steamboat |
Flag History
| Year / Period | Event |
|---|---|
| 1927-03-23 | The current flag was officially adopted |
| Present | The flag remains in official use |
| Present | The flag remains in official use |
Flag Dimensions and Construction
| Official Ratio | 3:5 |
|---|---|
| Width | 3 units (hoist) |
| Length | 5 units (fly) |
Kansas Flag Usage
| Government Buildings | Yes |
|---|---|
| Schools | Yes |
| Civil Use | Yes |
| Official Ceremonies | Yes |
| Sports Events | Yes |
Other Official Flags of Kansas
| Flag Type | Use | Link |
|---|---|---|
| National Flag | National representation | View flag |
| Civil Flag | Used by civilians | View flag |
| State Flag | Used by government | View flag |
| War Flag | Used during military operations | View flag |
| Naval Ensign | Used by the navy | View flag |
| Air Force Flag | Used by the air force | View flag |
| Presidential Standard | Used by the head of state | View flag |
| Royal Standard | Used by the monarch | View flag |
| Historical Flag | Previous national flag | View flag |
Quick Facts About the Flag
| Flag Age | 99 years old as of 2026 |
|---|---|
| Adoption Date | March 23, 1927 |
| Most Common Color | Dark Blue |
| Similar Flags | Alaska, Aruba, Belize |
| Unique Feature | Dark blue field with the state seal, a sunflower and a bar |
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Facts about the Flag of Kansas
- The seal on the flag is a landscape: a farmer ploughing, a wagon train, buffalo, and a line of thirty-four stars for Kansas as the thirty-fourth state.
- The motto Ad Astra per Aspera — to the stars through difficulties — refers to the violent struggle over slavery that preceded statehood.
- The state name was added below the seal in 1961; before that the flag was frequently unidentifiable at a distance.
- The flag of Kansas was officially adopted on March 23, 1927.
- The flag in its present form is 99 years old as of 2026.
- Design type: Dark blue field with the state seal, a sunflower and a bar.
- The official proportions are 3:5. It shares that ratio with 20 national flags.
- The flag uses 3 colours: dark blue, gold and green.
- The dark blue on the flag stands for the field.
- The gold on the flag stands for the sunflower and crest.
- The green on the flag stands for the landscape.
- Sunflower: The state flower, above a twisted blue and gold bar for the Louisiana Purchase.
- Thirty-four stars: Kansas as the 34th state, above a scene of settlers, bison and a steamboat.
- The design belongs to the "Plain field with a central emblem" family, shared with 70 other flags in this reference.
- Flags most often confused with it: Alaska, Aruba and Belize.
- Kansas joined the Union on 29 January 1861, as the 34th state.
- The state is nicknamed The Sunflower State.
- The state bird is the western meadowlark.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Flag of Kansas
When was the flag of Kansas adopted?
The flag of Kansas was officially adopted on March 23, 1927.
What do the colours of the flag of Kansas mean?
Dark blue for the field, gold for the sunflower and crest and green for the landscape.
When did Kansas become a state?
Kansas entered the Union on 29 January 1861, as the 34th state.
What do the symbols on the flag of Kansas represent?
Sunflower — The state flower, above a twisted blue and gold bar for the Louisiana Purchase. Thirty-four stars — Kansas as the 34th state, above a scene of settlers, bison and a steamboat.
What are the proportions of the flag of Kansas?
The official ratio is 3:5, which makes the flag rectangular. It shares those proportions with 20 national flags.
What are the state symbols of Kansas?
The state bird is the western meadowlark, the state flower is the sunflower and the motto is "Ad astra per aspera — To the stars through difficulties".
Which flags look similar to the flag of Kansas?
The closest matches are Alaska, Aruba and Belize, which share both the construction and most of the colours.
How many colours are on the flag of Kansas?
It uses 3 colours: dark blue, gold and green.
Can I download the flag of Kansas for free?
Yes. This page offers the flag of Kansas in SVG, PNG, JPG and WebP at several sizes. The files are free to use for any purpose and no attribution is required.
What are the colour codes of the flag of Kansas?
The HEX values are Dark Blue #002868, Gold #FFD100 and Green #3D7C47. RGB, CMYK and HSL equivalents are listed in the colour table on this page.