About Richmond/Wayne County

Richmond is the county seat of Wayne County. Wayne County is located in the nation's agricultural and industrial heartland. About 31% of the nation's population live within only 500 miles of Wayne County. Richmond has received national recognition in the "New Rating Guide to Life in America's Small Cities" ranking #13 in the U.S. and #1 in Indiana. Richmond received highest scores in the arts, learning institutions and broadcasting. Other criteria included the percentage of homeowners, broadcasting outlets, community groups and social services.

Population

• Richmond 38,201
• Hagerstown 1,719
• Centerville 2,436
• Fountain City 722
• Cambridge City 2,069
• Wayne County 70,235

Utilities

• Electric: Richmond Power and Light Co. (city)
• Cinergy/PSI Energy (rural)
• Whitewater Valley REMC (rural)
• Gas: Vectren.
• Telephone: Verizon
• Water: Indiana-American Water Co.