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Lafayette County Map, Missouri

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Lafayette County, Missouri

Lafayette Location Map Missouri

Lafayette County is located just east of Kansas City in the heart of the state’s western region. This western Missouri county boasts some of the most fertile soil in the state.

The Missouri River forms its northern border, adding to the scenic appeal. Agriculture is king here with festivals and events celebrating everything from apples to antiques.

Lexington is the county seat and it’s chock-full of Civil War history. You can still see cannonballs lodged in the courthouse columns.

CategoryDetails
County NameLafayette County
County SeatLexington
PopulationApproximately 33,000
Cities, Towns, and CommunitiesLexington, Higginsville, Odessa, Bates City, Corder, Dover, Wellington, Alma
Interstates and HighwaysI-70, US 24, MO 13, MO 23, MO 131
FIPS Code29-107
Total Area (Land and Water)639 square miles (Land: 628 sq mi, Water: 11 sq mi)
Adjacent Counties (and Direction)Ray County (Northwest), Carroll County (Northeast), Saline County (East), Johnson County (South), Jackson County (West), Pettis County (Southeast)
Time ZoneCentral Time Zone (CT)
StateMissouri
Coordinates39.0319° N, 93.8541° W
EtymologyNamed after the Marquis de Lafayette, a French hero of the American Revolutionary War
Major LandmarksBattle of Lexington State Historic Site, Confederate Memorial State Historic Site, Wentworth Military Academy Museum
WebsiteLafayette County Website

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