Glascock County, Georgia
Glascock County, Georgia[edit | edit source]
Glascock County is a county located in the east-central part of the U.S. state of Georgia. As of the 2020 census, the population was approximately 2,884, making it one of the least populous counties in the state. The county seat is Gibson.
History[edit | edit source]
Glascock County was created on December 19, 1857, from portions of Warren and Jefferson counties. It was named after Thomas Glascock, a soldier in the War of 1812 and a member of the United States House of Representatives.
Geography[edit | edit source]
According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 144 square miles (370 km²), of which 144 square miles (370 km²) is land and 0.3 square miles (0.78 km²) (0.2%) is water.
Adjacent counties[edit | edit source]
- Jefferson County - east
- Warren County - north
- Hancock County - west
- Washington County - south
Demographics[edit | edit source]
As of the 2020 United States census, there were 2,884 people, 1,150 households, and 800 families residing in the county. The racial makeup of the county was predominantly White, with a small percentage of African American and other races.
Economy[edit | edit source]
The economy of Glascock County is primarily based on agriculture, with a focus on crops such as peanuts, cotton, and corn. The county also has a small manufacturing sector.
Education[edit | edit source]
Glascock County is served by the Glascock County School District, which includes Glascock County Consolidated School, providing education from kindergarten through 12th grade.
Communities[edit | edit source]
Notable People[edit | edit source]
- Thomas Glascock - The county's namesake, a notable figure in Georgia's history.
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External links[edit | edit source]
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