Wayne County, Administrative county in southern Iowa, United States.
Wayne County spans 527 square miles of agricultural land with Corydon serving as its administrative center and primary population center.
The county, established in 1846 and formally organized in 1851, received its name from General Anthony Wayne of the Revolutionary War.
Mormon Trail Community School, Seymour Community School, and Wayne Community School form the educational foundation of Wayne County's communities.
County offices operate from 8 AM to 4 PM daily, with the Clerk of Court extending service until 4:30 PM except during lunch hours.
The first election in Wayne County gathered only thirty votes, generating a total revenue of 64 dollars and 30 cents.
Location: Iowa
Inception: 1846
Capital city: Corydon
Website: http://www.waynecountyiowa.com
Shares border with: Lucas County, Mercer County, Putnam County, Clarke County, Decatur County, Monroe County, Appanoose County
Website: http://waynecountyiowa.com
GPS coordinates: 40.73806,-93.32667
Latest update: March 27, 2025 04:59
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