Baldwin County, Georgia
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Name | Baldwin County, Georgia |
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Settlement Type | County |
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33.07°N
83.23°W
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Total | 44,238 |
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Baldwin County is a county located in the central part of the U.S. state of Georgia. As of the 2020 census, the population was 44,238. The county seat is Milledgeville, which was also the capital of Georgia from 1804 to 1868.
History[edit | edit source]
Baldwin County was created on May 11, 1803, by an act of the Georgia General Assembly. It was named in honor of Abraham Baldwin, a Founding Father who was a signer of the United States Constitution and a U.S. Senator from Georgia.
The county has a rich history, particularly during the antebellum period when Milledgeville served as the state capital. The Old Governor's Mansion is a notable historic site from this era.
Geography[edit | edit source]
According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 267 square miles (690 km²), of which 258 square miles (670 km²) is land and 9 square miles (23 km²) (3.4%) is water. The county is part of the Oconee River basin.
Adjacent counties[edit | edit source]
- Putnam County - north
- Hancock County - northeast
- Washington County - east
- Wilkinson County - south
- Jones County - west
Demographics[edit | edit source]
As of the 2020 United States census, there were 44,238 people, 15,000 households, and 9,000 families residing in the county. The population density was 171 people per square mile (66/km²).
Education[edit | edit source]
Baldwin County is served by the Baldwin County School District. The county is also home to Georgia College & State University, a public liberal arts university located in Milledgeville.
Economy[edit | edit source]
The economy of Baldwin County is diverse, with education, healthcare, and manufacturing being significant sectors. The presence of Georgia College & State University contributes to the local economy, providing jobs and attracting students from across the state.
Transportation[edit | edit source]
Major highways in Baldwin County include U.S. Route 441 and Georgia State Route 22. The county is also served by the Baldwin County Airport, which provides general aviation services.
Notable People[edit | edit source]
- Flannery O'Connor, a renowned author known for her works of Southern Gothic fiction, lived in Milledgeville.
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