White 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 15,371 people, with a population density of about 31.05 persons per square mile.
The county spans a total land area of 495.00 square miles (1,282.00 square kilometers). The administrative center and county seat is Carmi, which often serves as a hub for local governance and services. The largest city within the county by population is Carmi.
Geographically, White County experiences varied elevations, with its highest point at Enfield 470 ft and its lowest point at Mill Shoals 380 ft. The region operates in the UTC-6.