Vernon County

Vernon County is an administrative division in western Missouri that encompasses farmland, small towns, and rural residential areas. The county stretches across the region along Interstate 49, serving as a local government center for communities throughout the area.

The county was established in 1851 and named after a state senator of that era. During the Civil War, the region experienced conflicts that resulted in destruction and displacement of residents.

The Osage Nation inhabited this territory before European American settlers transformed the region into farmland and established communities.

The main government buildings are located in Nevada, the county seat, where visitors can find local services and information. The best time to visit depends on weather conditions, as rural infrastructure can be affected seasonally.

The region was originally inhabited by the Osage Nation before being taken over by European settlers. These early settlement patterns still shape the layout of towns and roads throughout the area today.

Location: Missouri

Inception: 1851

Capital city: Nevada

Shares border with: Bates County, Barton County, Crawford County, Linn County, Bourbon County, St. Clair County, Cedar County

Website: http://vernoncountymo.org

GPS coordinates: 37.85000,-94.34000

Latest update: December 7, 2025 20:44