Floyd County, Indiana
Floyd County stands apart from the typical Indiana landscape, with its rolling hills and rugged terrain shaped by the Ohio River Valley in the southeastern part of the state. The county’s elevated terrain and river valleys create a scenic setting unlike much of Indiana’s flatter countryside.
New Albany, the county seat, sits along the Ohio River and has strong connections to nearby Louisville, Kentucky. The city features a charming historic downtown, while farms and rural landscapes begin just a few miles beyond the urban area, creating a blend of city and countryside.
Floyd County comes alive during summer with events such as the Harvest Homecoming Festival, while Floyd’s Knobs offers some of the area’s best scenic views. The county also has a rich local history, including connections to the Underground Railroad and the nearby George Rogers Clark Homestead.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Floyd County |
| County Seat | New Albany |
| Etymology | Named after John Floyd, a hero of the War of 181 |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | New Albany, Georgetown, Greenville, Floyds Knobs, Galena, Highlander Point |
| Interstates and Highways | I-64, I-265, US-150, IN-11, IN-62 |
| FIPS Code | 18-043 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 148 square miles (Land: 147 sq mi, Water: 1 sq mi) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Clark County (Northeast), Jefferson County, Kentucky (South), Harrison County (West), Washington County (Northwest) |
| Time Zone | Eastern Time Zone (ET) |
| State | Indiana |
| Coordinates | 38.3112° N, 85.8895° W |
| Major Landmarks | Culbertson Mansion State Historic Site, Floyd County Museum, Cardinal Point, Mount St. Francis |
| Population | 82,000 (estimated) |
