Starke County, Indiana
Starke County is a stretch of rural Indiana that’s often overlooked. This flat farmland is where corn and soybean fields extend as far as the eye can see.
But it’s not all about agriculture. The Kankakee River forms the county’s western border and offers some great fishing spots. Bass Lake is also a local favorite for summer fun.
You may spot wind turbines on the horizon, a more recent addition to the landscape. With around 23,000 people living here, there’s plenty of room to spare.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Starke County |
| County Seat | Knox |
| Etymology | Named after General John Stark, a hero of the American Revolutionary War |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Knox, North Judson, Hamlet, Bass Lake, Koontz Lake, San Pierre, Toto |
| Interstates and Highways | US-30, US-35, IN-8, IN-10, IN-23, IN-39 |
| FIPS Code | 18-149 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 312 square miles (Land: 309 sq mi, Water: 3 sq mi) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | LaPorte County (North), St. Joseph County (Northeast), Marshall County (East), Fulton County (Southeast), Pulaski County (South), Jasper County (West), Porter County (Northwest) |
| Time Zone | Central Time Zone (CT) |
| Population | 23,000 (estimated) |
| State | Indiana |
| Coordinates | 41.2958° N, 86.6204° W |
| Major Landmarks | Bass Lake, Starke County Historical Society Museum, Kankakee State Fish and Wildlife Area, Wythougan Park |
