Perry County, Administrative county in southern Indiana, US
Perry County extends across 386 square miles of land, featuring dense forests, rolling hills, and multiple townships along the Ohio River border.
Founded in 1814, Perry County received its name from Commodore Oliver Hazard Perry, who led American forces to victory at the Battle of Lake Erie.
The county maintains three incorporated communities - Tell City, Cannelton, and Troy - each contributing to local governance and community development.
The Perry County courthouse in Tell City operates during standard business hours and provides online services for property tax payments and permit applications.
More than 60,000 acres of the Hoosier National Forest cover Perry County, making it one of the most forested regions in Indiana.
Location: Indiana
Inception: September 7, 1814
Capital city: Tell City
Shares border with: Crawford County, Spencer County, Dubois County, Meade County, Breckinridge County, Hancock County
Website: http://perrycounty.in.gov
GPS coordinates: 38.08000,-86.64000
Latest update: March 6, 2025 16:43
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