Johnson County

Johnson County is an administrative division in central Indiana with Franklin as its administrative center, covering both rural and urban areas. The territory borders Marion County to the north and Brown County to the southwest.

The county was established in 1823, creating an important administrative structure for the region. This founding provided the foundation for developing local institutions and organizing the community.

The Johnson County Museum in Franklin displays the region's past through photographs, documents, and objects from different periods. Visitors can see how the area developed and changed over time.

Franklin is the administrative center where key offices and services for residents are located. Visitors can find information about local services there and explore public buildings and the museum.

The area features a mix of rural landscapes and growing urban zones, reflecting the transition between farmland and the Indianapolis metropolitan area. This location makes it an interesting place to observe changes in regional development.

Location: Indiana

Inception: 1823

Capital city: Franklin

Shares border with: Marion County, Brown County, Shelby County, Bartholomew County, Morgan County

Website: http://co.johnson.in.us

GPS coordinates: 39.49000,-86.10000

Latest update: December 7, 2025 10:03