Greater Egypt Region

The Greater Egypt Region consists of five (5) counties Franklin, Jackson, Jefferson, Perry, & Williamson.

Franklin County is home to nearly 40,000 residents who reside primarily in six small cities and eight villages spread throughout 412 square miles. Its county seat is Benton, and its most populous city is West Frankfort. Farms roll out across the landscape, stopping at the edge of small towns featuring historic main streets, town squares, and well-maintained residential neighborhoods.
Community Profile
Economic Development Contact – Franklin County Regional Economic Development Corporation

Jackson County is home to nearly 60,000 inhabitants. Its county seat is Murphysboro, and its most populous city is Carbondale, home to the main campus of Southern Illinois University.
Community Profile
Economic Development Contact – Jackson County Growth Alliance

Jefferson County is home to nearly 40,000 residents. Its county seat and most populous city is Mt. Vernon. Mt. Vernon’s motto is “Mt. Vernon, City of Opportunity.” This motto reflects the dedication that the early settlers of Jefferson County showed in quickly forming the necessary capital and working to make a better community for everyone.
Community Profile
Economic Development Contact – Jefferson County Development Corporation

Perry County is home to nearly 21,000 inhabitants. Its county seat is Pinckneyville and most populous city is Du Quoin. Perry County, named for Commodore Oliver H. Perry, was formed on January 29, 1827 as 80 acres carved out of Jackson and Randolph Counties. 20 of those acres were retained for the county seat, Pinckneyville, which was organized May 17, 1857.
Community Profile

Williamson County is home to nearly 70,000 residents. Its county seat and most populous city is Marion. Williamson County is steeped in hundreds of years of rich history in coal mining, therapeutic mineral springs, Native American culture, agriculture, and friendly people.
Community Profile
Economic Development Contact – Regional Economic Development Corporation