Wakefield is a city located in Clay 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 0.5 square miles (1.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 1148 ft. With a population of approximately 838 residents, Wakefield offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 49.4% males and 50.6% females, and it has a population density of 782.98 people per square mile (688.41/km²). Wakefield lies at a latitude of 39.22 and a longitude of -97.02, operating in the UTC-6.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (5.4%), followed by English (12.1%), German (42.7%), and Scotch-Irish (0%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 67487.