Mercer County, County administration in Princeton, Missouri, US.
Mercer County stretches across 455 square miles of northwestern Missouri, containing five municipalities and numerous agricultural properties within its boundaries.
The county was established on February 14, 1845, named after General John F. Mercer, with James Parsons becoming the first permanent settler in 1837.
The county's population of 3,558 residents maintains strong community ties through local events, agricultural activities, and gatherings at the county seat of Princeton.
The county government offices, including the Sheriff's department, Assessor's office, and County Clerk, operate from 802 East Main Street in Princeton.
During the 1830s, the northern boundary of Mercer County sparked the Honey War, a six-year territorial dispute between Missouri and Iowa.
Location: Missouri
Inception: 1845
Capital city: Princeton
Shares border with: Wayne County, Grundy County, Putnam County, Sullivan County, Harrison County, Decatur County
GPS coordinates: 40.42000,-93.57000
Latest update: March 11, 2025 03:53
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