Dighton is a city located in Lane 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 0.9 square miles (2.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 2765 ft. With a population of approximately 1,261 residents, Dighton offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 49.01% males and 50.99% females, and it has a population density of 432.95 people per square mile (553.27/km²). Dighton lies at a latitude of 38.48 and a longitude of -100.46, operating in the UTC-6.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (7.9%), followed by English (14.9%), German (30.5%), and Scotch-Irish (2.1%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 67839.