Edwards County is a county located in the U.S. state of Illinois. As of the most recent data available, the county has a population of approximately 6,971 people, with a population density of about 31.40 persons per square mile.
The county spans a total land area of 222.00 square miles (575.00 square kilometers). The administrative center and county seat is Albion, which often serves as a hub for local governance and services. The largest city within the county by population is Albion.
Geographically, Edwards County experiences varied elevations, with its highest point at West Salem 530 ft and its lowest point at Grayville 398 ft. The region operates in the UTC-6.