Macon County, Administrative division in Illinois, United States
The Macon County territory covers 586 square miles of predominantly flat terrain, including 581 square miles of land and 5.2 square miles of water.
Established on January 19, 1829, from Shelby County territory, Macon County received its name from Nathaniel Macon, a Revolutionary War Colonel and North Carolina Senator.
The county administration manages multiple departments through elected officials who oversee public welfare, transportation, and law enforcement services for 103,998 residents.
Residents access governmental services through the official website at maconcounty.illinois.gov, which provides information about voter registration, property taxes, and community programs.
Future President Abraham Lincoln and his family selected Macon County as their residence in 1830, contributing to the early development of this Illinois region.
Location: Illinois
Inception: 1829
Capital city: Decatur
Shares border with: DeWitt County, Piatt County, Moultrie County, Shelby County, Christian County, Sangamon County, Logan County
Website: https://maconcounty.illinois.gov
GPS coordinates: 39.86000,-88.96000
Latest update: May 27, 2025 11:37
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