Montgomery County, Indiana

Montgomery County: County in Indiana, United States

About

Montgomery County is a county located in the U.S. state of Indiana. As of the 2010 census, the population was 38,124 and a population density of 29 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 county had an estimated population of 38,365 inhabitants. Its county seat is Crawfordsville. The county was created 201 years ago in 1822.

Montgomery County is located in west-central Indiana, north of Indianapolis. Here are some details on the notable cities and towns in Montgomery County:

Crawfordsville

Crawfordsville serves as the county seat of Montgomery County. The city has historic architecture and sites like the Lane Place, General Lew Wallace Study, and Carnegie Museum. Crawfordsville is home to Wabash College.

Darlington

Darlington is a small rural town known for its agricultural tradition. The Darlington Dwarf carousel is a unique miniature carousel attraction created by a local resident. The town hosts an annual Darlington Daze festival.

Linden

Linden is a small historic town located along Sugar Creek. The Big Dam Bridge is a converted railroad bridge that attracts visitors. Linden has several preserved 19th century buildings.

New Market

New Market lies along Sugar Creek north of Crawfordsville. The New Market Historic District has several historic sites like the New Market Bank Building and Oddfellows Lodge.

New Richmond

New Richmond is a small unincorporated town with deep roots in the Underground Railroad. The New Richmond United Methodist Church was a site on the Underground Railroad.

Shannondale

Shannondale is a tiny rural town known for its Shannondale Springs, a historic mineral springs resort that is now closed. An old stone mill and ruins mark where the resort once stood.

Waveland

Waveland is Montgomery County's southernmost town. Waveland is home to McCormick's Creek State Park, which offers hiking, camping, and more.

Montgomery County has a rich history and natural landscapes that provide recreational opportunities. Crawfordsville serves as the urban hub.

Montgomery County locator map
Location of Montgomery County on Indiana map.

Quick Facts about Montgomery County

Population : 38,365 (2020)
Country : United States of America
State : Indiana (United States)
Different from : Montgomery County, Montgomery County, Montgomery County, Montgomery County, Montgomery County, Montgomery County, Montgomery County, Montgomery County, Montgomery County, Montgomery County, Montgomery County, Montgomery County, Montgomery County, Montgomery County, Montgomery County, Montgomery County, Montgomery County
Area : 1309 km2
Water as percent of area : 0.16%
Land as percent of area : 99.84%
Named for : Richard Montgomery
Capital : Crawfordsville
Establishment : January 01, 1823
Time Zone : Eastern Time Zone
Local time : 00:56:42 (19th March 2024)
Density : 29 Pop. per km² as of 2020
Population growth : 0.63% (2010-2020)
Crawfordsville Courthouse image
Crawfordsville Courthouse
Crawfordsville Courthouse image

Geography

Montgomery County is located at 40°2'25"N 86°53'36"W (40.0403800, -86.8933000). It has 7 neighbors: Hendricks County, Parke County, Putnam County, Boone County, Clinton County, Fountain County and Tippecanoe County.

Montgomery County map

The largest city of Montgomery County is Crawfordsville with a population of 16,151. Other cities include, Waynetown population 963, Darlington population 860, Linden population 767 and Waveland population 417. See all Montgomery County cities & populated places.

Montgomery County Populated Places

Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Montgomery County.

City Name Population Title
Crawfordsville 16,151 City in Montgomery County, Indiana
Ladoga 995 Town in Indiana, USA
Waynetown 963 Human settlement in Indiana, United States of America
Darlington 860 Location in Indiana, United States
Linden 767 Human settlement in Montgomery County, Indiana, United States of America
New Market 630 Town in Montgomery County, Indiana, United States
Waveland 417 Human settlement in Indiana, United States of America
New Ross 340 Town in Indiana, United States
New Richmond 332 Town in Indiana, USA
Wingate 267 Human settlement in Indiana, United States of America
Alamo 63 Human settlement in Montgomery County, Indiana, United States of America

Montgomery County has 7 neighbours.

  • Crawfordsville

Demographics

The population of Montgomery County increased by 0.63% in 10 years.

Year Population % Change Method
2010 38,124 - census
2011 38,338 0.56% estimation process
2012 38,177 -0.42% estimation process
2013 38,137 -0.1% estimation process
2014 38,150 0.03% estimation process
2015 38,243 0.24% estimation process
2016 38,238 -0.01% estimation process
2017 38,343 0.27% estimation process
2018 38,274 -0.18% estimation process
2019 38,338 0.17% estimation process
2020 38,365 0.07% estimation process

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People born in Montgomery County (3)

People born in Montgomery County, including politician James A. Mount, basketball player Earl Gardner, Recipient of the Medal of Honor Louis T. Hunt, .

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Other places with the same name (18)

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