Sullivan Indiana Map

About Sullivan, Indiana

Sullivan is a locality in Sullivan County, Indiana, United States. It has a population of approximately 4,252. The population density is 875.3 people per km². Sullivan is located at 39.0953°N, 87.4059°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/Indiana/Indianapolis) timezone. ZIP code: 47882.

Sullivan, Indiana, unfolds across gently rolling terrain, a landscape where broad fields of corn and soybeans stretch towards horizons softened by the haze of late summer. It lies 13.6 miles east-south-east of York, IL (from York, IL: bearing 113°T), and is situated 5.8 miles south of Shelburn. The Wabash River, a broad, slow-moving artery, lies a short distance to the west, its presence a constant whisper in the air, carrying with it the scent of damp earth and distant reeds. Here, the sky seems to possess an unusual depth, particularly at dusk, when the last vestiges of sunlight paint the clouds in strokes of rose and bruised purple, casting long, languid shadows across the cultivated land. The houses of Sullivan are often framed by mature trees, their sturdy branches reaching skyward like ancient arms, offering a cool, dappled shade that invites a slower pace of life. The story of Sullivan is deeply entwined with the rich coal seams that lie beneath its fertile soil, a history that shaped its early development and continues to inform its character. For generations, mining was the lifeblood of Sullivan County, a demanding industry that drew families and fostered a resilient spirit amongst its people. While the landscape still bears the subtle marks of this past, the local economy now leans more towards agriculture and a growing diversification of small businesses, a testament to the adaptability of this community. Notably, the annual Sullivan County 4-H Fair stands as a vibrant tradition, a gathering that celebrates the agricultural heritage and brings together the generations, a colorful spectacle under the vast Indiana sky.

About This Sullivan Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Sullivan, Indiana — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 39.09532, -87.405852. 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 Sullivan and Sullivan County.

Detailed location data for Sullivan includes the ZIP code (47882), telephone area code (765), county seat of Sullivan County (Sullivan), and school district assignment (Southwest School Corporation). 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 Sullivan is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.