Wayne County, Illinois
Wayne County sits in southeastern Illinois. Fairfield, the county seat, is about as small-town America as you can get. Only about 14,000 people live in the county.
For those who appreciate both history and nature, Wayne County offers a great mix of both. Highlights include its courthouse, the Historical Society Museum, and the Little Wabash River.
Wayne County is also known for its friendly people. Folks here will give you the shirt off their back if you need it.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Wayne County |
| County Seat | Fairfield |
| Etymology | Named in honor of Anthony Wayne, a Revolutionary War general and military leader. |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Fairfield, Cisne, Johnsonville, and several smaller communities |
| Interstates and Highways | U.S. Route 45, U.S. Route 50, Illinois Route 15 |
| FIPS Code | 17-191 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 715 square miles (land: 710 sq mi, water: 5 sq mi) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Clay County (North), Richland County (Northeast), Edwards County (East), White County (Southeast), Hamilton County (South), Jefferson County (Southwest), Marion County (Northwest) |
| Time Zone | Central Time Zone (CT) |
| Population | Approximately 14,000 |
| State | Illinois |
| Coordinates | 38.3903° N, 88.4100° W |
| Major Landmarks | Wayne County Courthouse, Wayne County Historical Society Museum, and the Little Wabash River |
