Boonville, IN

Sitting just east of Evansville, Boonville is a quiet, friendly town of around 6,700 residents that serves as the seat of Warrick County. It offers a relaxed, small-town pace while keeping you an easy drive from the jobs, shopping, and dining in Evansville and Newburgh. Established in 1818, the town has deep roots, including a historic connection to a young Abraham Lincoln, who frequently walked here to borrow law books and watch courtroom trials.

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The heart of town is the historic courthouse square, surrounded by local shops, brick storefronts, and tree-lined residential streets. Families have access to neighborhood schools right inside the city, alongside an active public library and nearby outdoor getaways like Scales Lake Park. Boonville is a comfortable, down-to-earth place to put down roots if you want a tight-knit community close to the city.