Benton County, Indiana
Benton County is located in the northwestern corner of Indiana, along the Illinois border. Fowler serves as the county seat and sits near the center of this quiet rural community. Agriculture dominates the landscape, with expansive farmland stretching across the county.
Benton County has no major cities or large tourist attractions, but it offers plenty of small-town charm, welcoming communities, local county fairs, and traditional home cooking. Its peaceful atmosphere reflects the character of rural Indiana.
The Benton County Wind Farm has become a prominent feature of the landscape, with hundreds of towering wind turbines rising along the horizon. While the modern development has changed the scenery, the county’s rural character remains strong, making Benton County a comfortable and close-knit place to call home.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Benton County |
| County Seat | Fowler |
| Etymology | Named after Thomas Hart Benton, a U.S. Senator from Missouri |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Fowler, Oxford, Otterbein (partially), Boswell, Earl Park, Ambia, Templeton |
| Interstates and Highways | US-41, US-52, IN-18, IN-26, IN-55, IN-71 |
| FIPS Code | 18-007 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 406 square miles (Land: 406 sq mi, Water: 0 sq mi) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Newton County (Northwest), Jasper County (Northeast), White County (East), Tippecanoe County (Southeast), Warren County (South), Vermilion County, Illinois (Southwest), Iroquois County, Illinois (West) |
| Time Zone | Eastern Time Zone (ET) |
| State | Indiana |
| Coordinates | 40.6045° N, 87.3033° W |
| Major Landmarks | Benton County Wind Farm, Benton County Courthouse, Fowler Theater |
| Population | 8,600 (estimated) |
