White County Map, Illinois
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White County, Illinois
White County sits in the southeastern corner of Illinois, right up against the Wabash River. Carmi is the county seat, which is a small town with a lot of history.
This place is a mix of river bottomland and gently rolling hills. The Wabash River shapes life here. It’s great for fishing and boating, but it can be a real problem when it floods.
There’s a strong sense of community in White County. People look out for their neighbors. It’s the kind of place where connections run deep, and no one stays a stranger for long.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | White County |
| County Seat | Carmi |
| Population | Approximately 14,000 |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Carmi, Enfield, Grayville, and several smaller communities |
| Interstates and Highways | U.S. Route 45, U.S. Route 64, Illinois Route 1 |
| FIPS Code | 17-193 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 1,086 square miles (land: 1,078 sq mi, water: 8 sq mi) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Edwards County (North), Gibson County, Indiana (Northeast), Posey County, Indiana (East), Gallatin County (South), Saline County (Southwest), Hamilton County (West), Wayne County (Northwest) |
| Time Zone | Central Time Zone (CT) |
| State | Illinois |
| Coordinates | 38.0421° N, 88.1754° W |
| Etymology | Named after Captain Leonard White |
| Major Landmarks | White County Courthouse, Saline County State Park, and the Little Wabash River |
| Website | White County Website |
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