Franklin County is a county in Southern Illinois. At the 2020 census, it had a population of 37,804. The largest city is West Frankfort and the county seat is Benton. This area of Southern Illinois is known locally as "Little Egypt". Wikipedia
Cities: Benton, West Frankfort, Sesser, and more
Population: 37,242 (2022)
County seat: Benton
Largest city: West Frankfort