32 Counties

In the United States, a county is a geographical region within a state, serving as a local government area responsible for services like law enforcement, courts, and public records. There are 3,006 counties and county equivalents nationwide; "32 counties" might refer to a specific subset within a state or region. Each county varies in size and population, functioning as an administrative unit that helps organize local governance, resource allocation, and community services, enabling residents to access government functions efficiently.