Jefferson County, Georgia
About a two-and-a-half-hour drive from Atlanta, Jefferson County lies in east-central Georgia, where rolling farmland meets stretches of pine forest. Its county seat, Louisville, is rich in history and once served as Georgia’s third capital for a brief period.
Louisville’s historic Old Market, a 19th-century landmark, continues to host a local farmers market, reflecting the county’s strong agricultural heritage. Pecan orchards and cotton fields are a familiar sight across the landscape, showcasing the area's farming traditions.
The Ogeechee River winds through the county, providing excellent opportunities for fishing, kayaking, and enjoying the outdoors. The town of Wrens is well known for its lively Fourth of July celebration, one of the area's most anticipated annual events. Throughout Jefferson County, a strong sense of community, history, and tradition continues to shape everyday life.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Jefferson County |
| County Seat | Louisville |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Louisville (county seat), Wrens, Avera, and other small communities |
| Interstates and Highways | U.S. Route 1, U.S. Route 80, State Route 17 |
| Etymology | Named after Thomas Jefferson, the third President of the United States |
| FIPS Code | 13-163 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 729 square miles (land: 724 sq mi, water: 5 sq mi) |
| Time Zone | Eastern Time Zone (ET) |
| State | Georgia |
| Coordinates | 33.0878° N, 82.3770° W |
| Major Landmarks | Jefferson County Courthouse, Louisville Historic District, and the J. H. Blackwell House |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | McDuffie County (North), Richmond County (Northeast), Burke County (East), Emanuel County (South), Johnson County (Southwest), Glascock County (Northwest), Washington County (West), Warren County (Northwest) |
| Population | Approximately 15,000 |
