Kit Carson County is covered with acres and acres of farms and grazing lands. Deep-well irrigation, moisture conservation, and large, individual acreage have made Kit Carson County one of the top perennial winter-wheat producer in Colorado. It is third in producing corn for grain, corn for silage and dry beans. Other leading money crops include sunflowers, alfalfa, cattle and hogs.

Kit Carson County has attracted a number of light manufacturing operations, such as farm equipment and implement components, ready-mixed concrete, publishing and commercial printing.

Tourism plays a major role in the economy, as well. Over 200,000 visitors annually stop at The Burlington Welcome Center. Old Town and the world famous Kit Carson County Carousel are principal attractions.