Welcome home to Jersey County! Carefully tucked into serene west-central Illinois, Jersey County is just 45 minutes from downtown St. Louis and from Lambert International Airport. Jersey County is truly "Close to the crowd, but not in it!"

          One of the fastest growing counties in Illinois, Jersey County is a rural community with an urban twist. With versatile living spaces, top-notch education, community rich events, modern resources and plenty of outdoor recreation, Jersey County is equipped to accommodate virtually any lifestyle.

          If you are someone who works hard, plays hard and needs a nook in which to relax, Jersey County is the place for you. From the river to the bluffs, rural to residential, agricultural to athletic, family fun to nightlife, we've got it all. Welcome to our family, our charming and historic Jersey County.