Shelby County, Indiana
Shelby County sits just southeast of Indianapolis, with Shelbyville serving as the county seat. Interstate 74 runs through the county, providing convenient access to the area.
The Indiana Grand Racing & Casino brings a bit of excitement to the region. You might even catch a glimpse of harness racing at the county fairgrounds. Yep, it’s a big deal around here.
Shelby County is doing its own thing. It’s a place where you can still find a farmers market, with life moving at just the right pace—not too fast, not too slow. For many folks here, it’s just right.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Shelby County |
| County Seat | Shelbyville |
| Etymology | Named after Isaac Shelby, the first Governor of Kentucky |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Shelbyville, Morristown, Fairland, Waldron, St. Paul, Marietta, Boggstown, Fountaintown, Rays Crossing |
| Interstates and Highways | I-74, US-52, IN-9, IN-44, IN-244 |
| FIPS Code | 18-145 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 412 square miles (Land: 411 sq mi, Water: 1 sq mi) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Hancock County (North), Rush County (East), Decatur County (Southeast), Bartholomew County (South), Johnson County (West), Marion County (Northwest) |
| Time Zone | Eastern Time Zone (ET) |
| Population | 45,000 (estimated) |
| State | Indiana |
| Coordinates | 39.5212° N, 85.7792° W |
| Major Landmarks | Grover Museum, Blue River Memorial Park, Indiana Grand Racing & Casino, Shelbyville Historic District |
