Mingo, Kansas

Mingo is an unincorporated community in Thomas County, Kansas, United States It is located approximately 6 mi southeast of Colby, then west of I-70 exit 62 via a rural road. It is primarily the site of a large granary operation; there is also a church, two large farms and, near the highway, a free-standing self-service gasoline pump row; and no other businesses or services. There are also a dozen or so homes.

History
Mingo had a post office from 1888 until 1940; the post office was designated "Thurford" until 1894. The oldest active geocache in the world is near Mingo.

Education
The community is served by Colby USD 315 public school district.