Monroe County Map, Indiana
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Monroe County, Indiana
Monroe County feels like the cultural heart of southern Indiana. Bloomington, the county seat, is home to Indiana University. But this county isn’t all about students and professors.
You’ll find a mix of rolling hills, forests, and farmland once you get out of town. Lake Monroe, the state’s largest lake, is a big draw for boaters and beach-goers.
You might catch the Little 500 bicycle race in spring, made famous by the movie “Breaking Away”. Monroe County is a blend of Midwest charm and progressive attitudes.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Monroe County |
| County Seat | Bloomington |
| Population | 148,000 (estimated) |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Bloomington, Ellettsville, Stinesville, Smithville-Sanders, Harrodsburg, Clear Creek, Unionville |
| Interstates and Highways | I-69, IN-37, IN-45, IN-46, IN-48, IN-446 |
| FIPS Code | 18-105 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 411 square miles (Land: 395 sq mi, Water: 16 sq mi) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Morgan County (North), Brown County (Northeast), Jackson County (Southeast), Lawrence County (South), Greene County (Southwest), Owen County (Northwest) |
| Time Zone | Eastern Time Zone (ET) |
| State | Indiana |
| Coordinates | 39.1610° N, 86.5252° W |
| Etymology | Named after James Monroe, the fifth President of the United States |
| Major Landmarks | Indiana University Bloomington, Monroe Lake, Hoosier National Forest, WonderLab Museum, Tibetan Mongolian Buddhist Cultural Center |
| Website | Monroe County Website |
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