White County, Illinois
White County sits in southeastern Illinois, right along the Wabash River. Carmi is the county seat and a small town with plenty of history.
The area is a mix of river bottomland and gently rolling hills. The Wabash River shapes life here, offering great opportunities for fishing and boating while also creating challenges when it floods.
There’s a strong sense of community in White County. People look out for their neighbors, and it’s the kind of place where connections run deep and no one stays a stranger for long.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | White County |
| County Seat | Carmi |
| Etymology | Named after Captain Leonard White |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Carmi, Enfield, Grayville, and several smaller communities |
| Interstates and Highways | U.S. Route 45, U.S. Route 64, Illinois Route 1 |
| FIPS Code | 17-193 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 1,086 square miles (land: 1,078 sq mi, water: 8 sq mi) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Edwards County (North), Gibson County, Indiana (Northeast), Posey County, Indiana (East), Gallatin County (South), Saline County (Southwest), Hamilton County (West), Wayne County (Northwest) |
| Time Zone | Central Time Zone (CT) |
| Population | Approximately 14,000 |
| State | Illinois |
| Coordinates | 38.0421° N, 88.1754° W |
| Major Landmarks | White County Courthouse, Saline County State Park, and the Little Wabash River |
