Jackson County, Georgia

About

Jackson County is a county located in the U.S. state of Georgia. As of the 2010 census, the population was 60,485 and a population density of 68 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 county had an estimated population of 76,199 inhabitants. Its county seat is Jefferson. The county was created 228 years ago in 1796.

Jackson County is located in northeast Georgia, about 60 miles northeast of Atlanta. The county has a rich history and natural beauty.

History

Jackson County was founded in 1796. It was named after James Jackson, a Revolutionary War veteran and Georgia political leader. The city of Jefferson became the county seat in 1802.

In the 1800s, Jackson County's economy relied on agriculture and gold mining. The county is home to the Dahlonega Gold Museum Historic Site. Mining ended after the California Gold Rush of 1849.

Cities and Towns

The largest city and county seat is Jefferson, with around 10,000 residents. Other towns include Commerce, Hoschton, Braselton, Talmo, and Pendergrass. Many smaller communities dot the countryside.

Jackson County is home to some of Georgia’s finest wineries like Wolf Mountain Vineyards and Frogtown Cellars. The popular Braselton Brothers Store dates back to 1889.

Outdoor Recreation

Jackson County offers beautiful parks and recreation areas like Jackson Lake and Bear Creek Reservoir. Activities include boating, fishing, hiking and camping. The Piedmont National Wildlife Refuge provides great bird watching opportunities.

Outdoor enthusiasts appreciate Jackson County's rolling hills, forests, lakes, and charming small towns full of history and southern hospitality. It's an ideal weekend getaway from Atlanta.

Quick Facts about Jackson County

Geography

Jackson County is located at 34°8'2"N 83°33'59"W (34.1338800, -83.5663500). It has 6 neighbors: Banks County, Barrow County, Gwinnett County, Hall County, Madison County and Oconee County.

The largest city of Jackson County is Jefferson with a population of 12,490. Other cities include, Commerce population 7,328, Hoschton population 2,485, Arcade population 2,040 and Nicholson population 1,909. See all Jackson County cities & populated places.

Jackson County Populated Places

Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Jackson County.

City Name	Population	Title
Braselton	13,725	Town in Barrow, Gwinnett, Hall, and Jackson counties, Georgia, United States
Jefferson	12,490	City in Jackson County, Georgia, United States
Commerce	7,328	City in Jackson County, Georgia, United States
Hoschton	2,485	City in Jackson County, Georgia, United States of America
Arcade	2,040	City in Jackson County, Georgia, United States
Nicholson	1,909	City in Jackson County, Georgia, United States
Pendergrass	577	Human settlement in Jackson County, Georgia, United States of America
Talmo	263	Human settlement in Jackson County, Georgia, United States of America

People born in Jackson County, including politician Hardy Strickland, Confederate States Army brigadier general William F. Perry, photographer John T. Hill, .

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• Frances Todman (American philanthropist) she was born in 25/07/1926

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