WELCOME TO MONROE COUNTY, ILLINOIS
Monroe/Randolph County Enterprise Zone 2024
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Welcome to Monroe County, Illinois
The lush rolling hills and fertile farmland in Monroe County make it a wonderful location to raise a family. With a population of just under 34,000, it boasts numerous picturesque communities including the larger towns of Columbia, Waterloo (county seat), Valmeyer, Hecker, as well as other smaller quaint villages such as Maeystown and Fults.
Founded in 1816 and named for James Monroe, Monroe County is located in Southwest Illinois and is bordered on the west by the Mississippi river. Geographically the county is located just 11 miles to the south east of St. Louis Missouri.
Featured Upcoming Events Shown Below
To view full calendar events visit our Events page.
FirebirdFest 2025
May 17 @ 10:00 am - 10:00 pmCounty Board Meeting
May 19 @ 8:15 am - 11:00 amFountain Water District
May 22 @ 8:00 pmCOURTHOUSE CLOSED in Observance of Memorial Day
May 26American Legion Post 747 Memorial Day Program
May 26 @ 10:00 am - 12:30 pm