Bond County, Illinois
Bond County is located in south-central Illinois, with Greenville serving as the county seat. This small, welcoming community is also home to Greenville College, a private Christian school that brings a youthful energy to the area.
The Bond County Farm Bureau is the county’s largest agricultural organization, reflecting the importance of farming to the local economy. Corn and soybeans are common crops across the region, while old barns and grain silos dot the countryside and highlight the area’s strong agricultural heritage.
Bond County represents the rural character of Illinois, with mostly flat farmland mixed with gentle rolling hills. The Kaskaskia River cuts through the western part of the county, while nearby Carlyle Lake provides popular opportunities for fishing and boating.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Bond County |
| County Seat | Greenville |
| Etymology | Named after Shadrach Bond, the first governor of Illinois |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Greenville, Mulberry Grove, Pocahontas, Sorento, Old Ripley, Pleasant Mound, and other unincorporated communities. |
| Interstates and Highways | Interstate 70, U.S. Highway 40, Illinois Route 127, Illinois Route 140 |
| FIPS Code | 17-005 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 383 square miles (land: 380 sq mi, water: 3 sq mi) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Montgomery County (North), Fayette County (East), Clinton County (South), Madison County (West) |
| Time Zone | Central Time Zone (CT) |
| State | Illinois |
| Coordinates | 38.8891° N, 89.4352° W |
| Major Landmarks | American Farm Heritage Museum, Greenville College, DeMoulin Museum |
| Population | Approximately 16,500 |
