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| name = Baker County, Georgia<br />
| settlement_type = County<br />
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| image_map = Map of Georgia highlighting Baker County.svg<br />
| map_caption = Location in the state of Georgia<br />
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| subdivision_type = Country<br />
| subdivision_name = United States<br />
| subdivision_type1 = State<br />
| subdivision_name1 = Georgia<br />
| established_title = Founded<br />
| established_date = December 12, 1825<br />
| seat_type = County seat<br />
| seat = Newton<br />
| area_total_sq_mi = 349<br />
| area_land_sq_mi = 343<br />
| area_water_sq_mi = 6<br />
| population_as_of = 2020<br />
| population_total = 2,876<br />
| population_density_sq_mi = auto<br />
| timezone = Eastern<br />
| utc_offset = -5<br />
| timezone_DST = EDT<br />
| utc_offset_DST = -4<br />
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'''Baker County''' is a county located in the southwestern part of the [[U.S. state]] of [[Georgia (U.S. state)|Georgia]]. As of the 2020 census, the population was 2,876, making it one of the least populous counties in Georgia. The county seat is [[Newton, Georgia|Newton]].<br />
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== History ==<br />
Baker County was created on December 12, 1825, from a portion of [[Early County, Georgia|Early County]]. It was named after Colonel John Baker, a notable figure in the American Revolutionary War. The county has a rich history tied to agriculture, particularly cotton farming, which was a major economic driver in the 19th and early 20th centuries.<br />
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== Geography ==<br />
According to the [[United States Census Bureau]], the county has a total area of 349 square miles (900 km²), of which 343 square miles (890 km²) is land and 6.0 square miles (16 km²) (1.7%) is water. The [[Flint River (Georgia)|Flint River]] forms the eastern boundary of the county, providing a natural resource and recreational opportunities.<br />
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=== Adjacent counties ===<br />
* [[Mitchell County, Georgia|Mitchell County]] - north<br />
* [[Colquitt County, Georgia|Colquitt County]] - northeast<br />
* [[Decatur County, Georgia|Decatur County]] - west<br />
* [[Miller County, Georgia|Miller County]] - southwest<br />
* [[Early County, Georgia|Early County]] - south<br />
* [[Calhoun County, Georgia|Calhoun County]] - east<br />
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== Demographics ==<br />
As of the 2020 United States census, there were 2,876 people, 1,200 households, and 800 families residing in the county. The population density was 8.4 inhabitants per square mile (3.2/km²). The racial makeup of the county was diverse, with a significant portion of the population being African American.<br />
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== Economy ==<br />
The economy of Baker County is primarily based on agriculture, with peanuts, cotton, and corn being the main crops. The county also has a growing interest in ecotourism and outdoor recreational activities, thanks to its natural landscapes and the Flint River.<br />
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== Education ==<br />
Baker County is served by the Baker County School District, which includes Baker County Elementary School and Baker County High School. The district provides education from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade.<br />
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== Transportation ==<br />
The county is accessible via several major highways, including [[Georgia State Route 37]], [[Georgia State Route 91]], and [[Georgia State Route 200]]. These routes connect Baker County to neighboring counties and major cities in Georgia.<br />
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== Communities ==<br />
* [[Newton, Georgia|Newton]] (county seat)<br />
* [[Elmodel, Georgia|Elmodel]]<br />
* [[Milford, Georgia|Milford]]<br />
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== Notable People ==<br />
* [[John Baker (Revolutionary War)|Colonel John Baker]] - The county's namesake, a Revolutionary War hero.<br />
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== See also ==<br />
* [[National Register of Historic Places listings in Baker County, Georgia]]<br />
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== References ==<br />
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== External links ==<br />
* [http://www.bakercountyga.org/ Baker County Government]<br />
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