Logan County, Illinois
Logan County sits in the middle of Illinois, about as heartland as it gets. Lincoln is the county seat. Yep, it’s named after Honest Abe. The world’s largest covered wagon is parked in Lincoln, and it’s exactly as ridiculous as it sounds.
It’s mostly flat farmland, broken up by the occasional creek or patch of trees. Historic Route 66 once ran through here, and you can still catch glimpses of that old road-trip magic.
Some folks commute to Springfield or Bloomington for work since the county sits between both cities. You’ll find some great small-town diners if you know where to look. The Lincoln Balloon Festival brings crowds every summer. It’s quiet out here, and the stars are something else at night.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Logan County |
| County Seat | Lincoln |
| Etymology | Named after John Logan, an early settler |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Lincoln, Mount Pulaski, Elkhart, Chestnut, and several unincorporated communities |
| Interstates and Highways | Interstate 55, U.S. Highway 66, Illinois Route 10, Illinois Route 121 |
| FIPS Code | 17-107 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 725 square miles (land: 717 sq mi, water: 8 sq mi) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Mason County (Northwest), Tazewell County (North), McLean County (Northeast), DeWitt County (East), Macon County (Southeast), Sangamon County (South), Menard County (West) |
| Time Zone | Central Time Zone (CT) |
| Population | Approximately 30,000 |
| State | Illinois |
| Coordinates | 40.1454° N, 89.3677° W |
| Major Landmarks | Lincoln’s Tomb, the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum, and the Logan County Courthouse |
