Brooks County, Georgia
Brooks County, Georgia | |
|---|---|
County | |
 Location within the state of Georgia | |
| Country | United States |
| State | Georgia |
| Founded | December 11, 1858 |
| County seat | Quitman |
| Area | |
| • Total | 498 sq mi (1,290 km2) |
| • Land | 493 sq mi (1,280 km2) |
| • Water | 5 sq mi (10 km2) |
| Population (2020) | |
| • Total | 15,457 |
| • Density | 31/sq mi (12/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
Brooks County is a county located in the U.S. state of Georgia. As of the 2020 census, the population was 15,457. The county seat is Quitman.
History[edit | edit source]
Brooks County was created on December 11, 1858, from portions of Lowndes and Thomas counties. It was named after Preston Brooks, a U.S. Representative from South Carolina known for his strong pro-slavery stance and his infamous attack on abolitionist Senator Charles Sumner.
During the American Civil War, Brooks County was known for its agricultural production, particularly cotton, which was a major part of the Southern economy. The county's economy was heavily reliant on slave labor during this period.
Geography[edit | edit source]
According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 498 square miles (1,290 km²), of which 493 square miles (1,280 km²) is land and 5.0 square miles (13 km²) (1.0%) is water.
Adjacent counties[edit | edit source]
- Lowndes County (north)
- Lanier County (northeast)
- Cook County (east)
- Thomas County (west)
- Colquitt County (northwest)
- Madison County, Florida (south)
Demographics[edit | edit source]
As of the 2020 United States census, there were 15,457 people, 5,800 households, and 3,900 families residing in the county. The racial makeup of the county was diverse, with a significant African American population.
Economy[edit | edit source]
The economy of Brooks County is primarily based on agriculture, with major crops including cotton, peanuts, and tobacco. The county also has a growing timber industry.
Education[edit | edit source]
Brooks County is served by the Brooks County School District, which includes several elementary schools, a middle school, and Brooks County High School. The district is committed to providing quality education to all students in the county.
Communities[edit | edit source]
Notable People[edit | edit source]
- Henry Gray Turner, a U.S. Representative and judge, was born in Brooks County.
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External links[edit | edit source]
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