Fannin County, Georgia
Fannin County, Georgia[edit | edit source]
Fannin 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 approximately 25,000. The county seat is Blue Ridge.
History[edit | edit source]
Fannin County was created on January 21, 1854, from parts of Gilmer and Union counties. It was named after James Fannin, a hero of the Texas Revolution.
Geography[edit | edit source]
According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 392 square miles (1,020 km²), of which 387 square miles (1,000 km²) is land and 5.2 square miles (13 km²) (1.3%) is water.
Adjacent counties[edit | edit source]
- Polk County, Tennessee (north)
- Cherokee County, North Carolina (northeast)
- Union County, Georgia (east)
- Lumpkin County, Georgia (southeast)
- Dawson County, Georgia (south)
- Gilmer County, Georgia (southwest)
- Murray County, Georgia (west)
National protected areas[edit | edit source]
Demographics[edit | edit source]
As of the 2020 United States census, there were 25,319 people, 10,000 households, and 7,000 families residing in the county. The population density was 65 people per square mile (25/km²).
Economy[edit | edit source]
The economy of Fannin County is primarily based on tourism, agriculture, and small manufacturing. The county is known for its scenic beauty, including the Blue Ridge Mountains and the Toccoa River.
Education[edit | edit source]
Fannin County is served by the Fannin County School District, which includes several elementary schools, a middle school, and Fannin County High School.
Transportation[edit | edit source]
Major highways[edit | edit source]
Communities[edit | edit source]
- Blue Ridge (county seat)
- McCaysville
- Morganton
Attractions[edit | edit source]
Fannin County is home to several attractions, including:
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