Protection is a city located in Comanche County, in the state of Kansas (KS), United States. Nestled in the West North Central division of the Midwest region, it covers an area of 1.0 square miles (2.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 1850 ft. With a population of approximately 558 residents, Protection offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 50.9% males and 49.1% females, and it has a population density of 587.37 people per square mile (226.78/km²). Protection lies at a latitude of 37.2 and a longitude of -99.48, operating in the UTC-6.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (10%), followed by English (11.1%), German (21.3%), and Scotch-Irish (1.8%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 67127.