Seymour Indiana Map

About Seymour, Indiana

Seymour is a locality in Jackson County, Indiana, United States. It has a population of 22,371. The population density is 626.1 people per km². Seymour is located at 38.9592°N, 85.8903°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/Indiana/Indianapolis) timezone. ZIP code: 47274.

Seymour rests in a gentle embrace of rolling terrain, where the land slopes with a quiet dignity towards the meandering paths of creeks and the broader sweep of the East Fork of the White River. It lies 11.3 miles west-south-west of Jennings, IN (from Jennings, IN: bearing 259°T), and is situated 9.9 miles north-east of Brownstown. Here, the sky often hangs a vast, luminous canvas, particularly in the late afternoon when the sun, nearing its descent, casts long, amber shadows that stretch and deepen across the cultivated fields and the clustered rooftops of the town. The air, especially after a summer shower, carries the damp, earthy perfume of fertile soil and the sweet scent of ripening corn, a fragrance that seems to cling to the very breath of the place. Mature trees, their branches reaching like ancient arms, punctuate the landscape, offering pockets of cool, dappled shade that invite a moment’s pause from the sun’s persistent gaze. The history of Seymour is intricately linked to the iron horse, its very genesis as a town sparked by the convergence of railway lines, a crossroads that dictated its early growth and economic pulse. This strategic position fostered a robust industrial spirit, with manufacturing and agriculture forming the bedrock of its sustenance for generations, a legacy still perceptible in the sturdy brick buildings and the enduring work ethic of its people. While the roar of steam may have faded, the town continues to hum with a quiet productivity, its economy adapting and evolving, yet retaining a core of resilience. The nearby Muscatatuck National Wildlife Refuge offers a sanctuary of natural beauty, a testament to the region’s commitment to preserving the delicate ecosystems that surround Seymour, a place where the wild heart of Indiana beats close to the human endeavor.

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This page provides an interactive Google map of Seymour, Indiana with street, satellite and terrain views and integrated Street View imagery. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Seymour and Jackson County.

Detailed location data for Seymour includes the ZIP code (47274), telephone area code (317), county seat of Jackson County (Brownstown), and school district assignment (Seymour Community Schools). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Seymour is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.