Why Brown County?
THE GOOD LIFE IS WITHIN REACH IN BROWN COUNTY, ILLINOIS.
Safe, small town living in central Illinois meets city amenities with access to medical care, employment opportunities, housing, childcare, shopping, dining, fitness, recreation, churches, and quality education. Brown County includes the close-knit, safe communities of Mt. Sterling, Versailles, Ripley and Timewell.
BROWN COUNTY IS THE PREMIERE PLACE TO LIVE, WORK, SHOP AND PLAY IN CENTRAL ILLINOIS.

Shopping
Brown County gives you plenty of ways to shop local! Enjoy everything from small mom-and-pop stores to popular chains.
Dining
What are you hungry for? Brown County is home to many excellent restaurants that offer delicious, mouth-watering meals.


Education
We’re proud of our schools! In addition to our county-wide school district, we are also home to parochial school, St. Mary’s School.
Churches
Our area offers churches of numerous denominations. In BC, you’ll be able to find ways to worship that are right for you.


Healthcare
Access to high quality medical care is no issue with numerous health care clinics, including specialists like physical therapists and ophthalmologists.
Employment
Ranked as one of the best small towns for job opportunities, we have a diverse population of employers looking to make their next hire.
