Barrow County, Georgia
Barrow County, Georgia
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|---|---|
County | |
 Location in the state of Georgia | |
| Country | United States |
| State | Georgia |
| Founded | July 7, 1914 |
| County seat | Winder |
| Area | |
| • Total | 163 sq mi (420 km2) |
| • Land | 160 sq mi (400 km2) |
| • Water | 3 sq mi (8 km2) |
| Population (2020) | |
| • Total | 83,505 |
| • Density | 510/sq mi (200/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
Barrow County is a county located in the north-central part of the U.S. state of Georgia. As of the 2020 census, the population was 83,505. The county seat is Winder.
History[edit | edit source]
Barrow County was created on July 7, 1914, from parts of Gwinnett, Jackson, and Walton counties. It was named after David Crenshaw Barrow Jr., who was the chancellor of the University of Georgia from 1906 to 1925.
Geography[edit | edit source]
According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 163 square miles (420 km²), of which 160 square miles (410 km²) is land and 3.0 square miles (7.8 km²) (1.8%) is water.
Adjacent counties[edit | edit source]
- Jackson County - north
- Clarke County - northeast
- Oconee County - east
- Walton County - south
- Gwinnett County - west
- Hall County - northwest
Demographics[edit | edit source]
As of the 2020 United States census, there were 83,505 people, 28,633 households, and 21,345 families residing in the county. The population density was 521.9 inhabitants per square mile (201.5/km²).
Education[edit | edit source]
Barrow County is served by the Barrow County School District, which includes several elementary, middle, and high schools. The county is also home to the Barrow County Campus of Lanier Technical College.
Communities[edit | edit source]
Economy[edit | edit source]
The economy of Barrow County is diverse, with sectors including manufacturing, retail, and agriculture. The county's location near major highways and the city of Atlanta makes it an attractive area for business and residential growth.
Transportation[edit | edit source]
Barrow County is served by several major highways, including Interstate 85, U.S. Route 29, and Georgia State Route 316. The Barrow County Airport provides general aviation services.
Notable People[edit | edit source]
- Russell Branyan, former Major League Baseball player
- Frank Gordy, founder of The Varsity, a famous restaurant in Atlanta
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