Ford 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 14,241 people, with a population density of about 29.30 persons per square mile.
The county spans a total land area of 486.00 square miles (1,259.00 square kilometers). The administrative center and county seat is Paxton, which often serves as a hub for local governance and services. The largest city within the county by population is Paxton.
Geographically, Ford County experiences varied elevations, with its highest point at Sibley 813 ft and its lowest point at Piper City 668 ft. The region operates in the UTC-6.