Published June 15, 2026 · 40 years in trucking & the trades
What we cover in Ulysses
Pick a coverage to quote or buy — or book a consult and we'll sort it out together.
Why folks in Ulysses choose a local agent
When you're in Ulysses, Grant County, you get a real person who knows KS — not a 1-800 menu. Billy E. Whited is a licensed local agent shopping 80+ carriers to fit your home, vehicle, farm, or business, and can quote, bind, or sit down with you in person, over Zoom, or on the phone.
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Insurance in Ulysses: the local picture
Ulysses, KS, as a rural agricultural hub, has specific insurance needs driven by its economy and weather. Property and casualty insurance are critical due to the high risk of severe weather events like tornadoes and hail, common in Kansas. Additionally, businesses in the cattle and dairy industries would require specialized agricultural and commercial coverages.
Population: 5788 (2020)
Major local employers & who's hiring
- Centerfire Feed Yard — store
- Garden City Co-op - Ulysses — association_or_organization
- Garden City Co-Op - Hickok Elevator — food
- Garden City Coop - Rock Island Elevator — food
- Skyland Grain Hickok Elevator — food
- Skyland Grain — food
- Garden City Coop Inc Milepost Elevator — food
- Skyland Grain - Milepost Elevator — food
Local Ulysses businesses
A few businesses that call Ulysses home — independent of our agency.
- Kugler Co — ag-commercial
- Centerfire Feed Yard — ag-commercial
- Garden City Co-op - Ulysses — ag-commercial
- Ulysses Ace Hardware — ag-commercial
- Garden City Co-Op - Hickok Elevator — ag-commercial
- Skyland Grain — ag-commercial
- High Plains Educational Co-Op — ag-commercial
- Casey's — c-store
- Sinclair Gas Station — c-store
- Phillips 66 — c-store
- Golden Plains Credit Union — financial
- Pauda mobile mechanic — main-street
Local facts that shape your coverage
- As of the 2020 Census, the population of Ulysses was 5,788. — Baseline demographic data for insurance risk assessment.
- The economy of Grant County, where Ulysses is located, is heavily reliant on agriculture, including natural gas, corn, wheat, milo production, cattle feeding, and the dairy industry. — Indicates common types of commercial insurance needs (farm, ranch, industrial, business interruption).
- Kansas experiences a wide variety of severe weather, including tornadoes, damaging winds, and large hail, with a significant number of tornado events historically. — Highlights high risk for property damage from wind and hail, necessitating comprehensive property and casualty insurance.
- Flood hazard information for Ulysses is available through the FEMA Flood Map Service Center. — Indicates the presence of flood risk areas and the need for flood insurance, typically separate from standard property policies.
Local figures compiled from public sources: census.gov · grantedks.org · weather.gov · msc.fema.gov. Estimates — verify current details with the original source.
Insurance requirements in Kansas
Kansas is a no-fault state: along with liability, drivers must carry Personal Injury Protection (PIP), which pays your own medical costs regardless of who caused the crash. Kansas also sits in the heart of Tornado Alley, so hail and wind coverage is a real consideration for homes, farms, and businesses. We compare Kansas-admitted carriers to match those requirements to the right price. Verify current state minimums with the Kansas Insurance Department.
Ulysses, KS insurance — common questions
How much does insurance cost in Ulysses, KS?
Rates in Ulysses and Grant County depend on your home, vehicles, business, and the coverage you choose. As an independent agency we shop 80+ carriers to find your best price — start a quote or call 573-594-5148 for a real number.
Do you write insurance in Ulysses?
Yes. InsureToday24 (BNW Services LLC) is a licensed local agency serving Ulysses and all of KS — home, auto, farm, business, life, and more.
Can I get a quote in Ulysses today?
Absolutely. You can buy simple lines online in minutes, or book a quick consult — in person, over Zoom, or by phone — and we'll get you covered fast.