HANCOCK COUNTY Population: 19,104 (2020 Census) Key Cities & Population: Hamilton (2,951): Situated along the Mississippi River, Hamilton is directly across from Keokuk, Iowa. It was founded by Artois Hamilton and remains a vibrant town with strong historical ties. Carthage (2,605): Known for the 1844 murder of Mormon founder Joseph Smith at the Carthage Jail, …
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