Perry County, Missouri
Perry County lies in southeast Missouri, about an hour south of St. Louis. The Mississippi River marks its eastern border, and Perryville, the county seat, features a charming town square with a gazebo.
French settlers arrived here in the early 1700s. Later, the county was named after Oliver Hazard Perry, a hero of the War of 1812. Residents look forward to the annual Mayfest celebration..
Rolling hills and farmland stretch across the county, with plenty of places for fishing and hunting. Today, Perry County is recognized for its strong German heritage and excellent wineries.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Perry County |
| County Seat | Perryville |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Perryville, Frohna, Altenburg, Biehle, Longtown, Brewer, Lithium |
| Interstates and Highways | I-55, US 61, MO 51, MO 32 |
| Etymology | Named after Oliver Hazard Perry, an American naval commander |
| FIPS Code | 29-157 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 484 square miles (Land: 474 sq mi, Water: 10 sq mi) |
| Time Zone | Central Time Zone (CT) |
| State | Missouri |
| Coordinates | 37.7220° N, 89.8612° W |
| Population | Approximately 19,000 |
| Major Landmarks | Perry County Courthouse, Tower Rock Natural Area, Saxon Lutheran Memorial |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Randolph County, Illinois (North), Jackson County, Illinois (Northeast), Union County, Illinois (East), Cape Girardeau County (Southeast), Bollinger County (Southwest), Madison County (Southwest), St. Francois County (Northwest), Ste. Genevieve County (Northwest) |
