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'''Richmond County''' is a county located in the [[U.S. state]] of [[Georgia (U.S. state)|Georgia]]. As of the 2020 census, the population was 206,607. The county seat is [[Augusta, Georgia|Augusta]], which is also the largest city in the county. Richmond County is part of the [[Augusta-Richmond County, Georgia|Augusta-Richmond County]] consolidated city-county.
'''Richmond County''' is a county located in the east-central part of the [[U.S. state]] of [[Georgia (U.S. state)|Georgia]]. As of the 2020 census, the population was approximately 206,000. The county seat is [[Augusta, Georgia|Augusta]], which is also the principal city of the [[Augusta metropolitan area]].


== History ==
==History==
Richmond County was created on February 5, 1777, as one of the original counties of Georgia. It was named after [[Charles Lennox, 3rd Duke of Richmond]], a British politician who was a supporter of the American colonies.
Richmond County was established on February 5, 1777, as one of the original counties of Georgia. It was named after [[Charles Lennox, 3rd Duke of Richmond]], a British politician who was sympathetic to the American colonies' cause during the [[American Revolution]].


== Geography ==
==Geography==
According to the [[United States Census Bureau]], the county has a total area of 329 square miles (850 km²), of which 324 square miles (840 km²) is land and 5.3 square miles (14 km²) (1.6%) is water.
Richmond County is located in the [[Central Savannah River Area]] (CSRA) and is bordered by the Savannah River to the northeast. The county has a total area of 329 square miles, of which 324 square miles is land and 5.2 square miles is water.


=== Adjacent counties ===
===Transportation===
* [[Columbia County, Georgia|Columbia County]] (northwest)
Richmond County is served by several major highways, including:
* [[McDuffie County, Georgia|McDuffie County]] (west)
* [[File:I-20_(GA).svg|thumb|Interstate 20]]
* [[Burke County, Georgia|Burke County]] (south)
* [[File:I-520_(GA).svg|thumb|Interstate 520]]
* [[Jefferson County, Georgia|Jefferson County]] (southwest)
* [[File:US_1.svg|thumb|U.S. Route 1]]
* [[Aiken County, South Carolina|Aiken County, South Carolina]] (northeast)
* [[File:US_25.svg|thumb|U.S. Route 25]]
* [[Edgefield County, South Carolina|Edgefield County, South Carolina]] (north)


== Demographics ==
These highways provide vital connections to other parts of Georgia and neighboring states.
As of the 2020 United States Census, there were 206,607 people, 79,366 households, and 49,303 families residing in the county. The population density was 637 people per square mile (246/km²).


== Government and politics ==
==Demographics==
Richmond County is governed by a consolidated government with the city of [[Augusta, Georgia|Augusta]]. The [[Augusta-Richmond County Commission]] is the legislative body, and the [[Mayor of Augusta, Georgia|Mayor of Augusta]] serves as the executive.
As of the 2020 census, Richmond County had a diverse population with a mix of urban and suburban communities. The county has a significant African American population, along with growing Hispanic and Asian communities.


== Education ==
==Economy==
Richmond County's economy is driven by healthcare, education, and the military. The [[Medical College of Georgia]] and [[Augusta University]] are major educational institutions in the area. The [[Fort Gordon]] military base is a significant employer and contributes to the local economy.
 
==Education==
Richmond County is served by the [[Richmond County School System]], which operates numerous elementary, middle, and high schools. Higher education institutions include [[Augusta University]] and [[Paine College]].
Richmond County is served by the [[Richmond County School System]], which operates numerous elementary, middle, and high schools. Higher education institutions include [[Augusta University]] and [[Paine College]].


== Transportation ==
==Points of Interest==
Major highways in Richmond County include:
* [[Augusta National Golf Club]], home of the [[Masters Tournament]]
* [[Interstate 20]]
* [[Augusta Canal]], a historic canal and National Heritage Area
* [[Interstate 520]]
* [[Phinizy Swamp Nature Park]], a large nature preserve offering trails and wildlife viewing
* [[U.S. Route 1]]
* [[U.S. Route 25]]
* [[U.S. Route 78]]
* [[U.S. Route 278]]
 
== Communities ==
* [[Augusta, Georgia|Augusta]]
* [[Hephzibah, Georgia|Hephzibah]]
* [[Blythe, Georgia|Blythe]]
 
== Notable people ==
* [[James Brown]], singer and entertainer
* [[Jessye Norman]], opera singer
 
== See also ==
* [[National Register of Historic Places listings in Richmond County, Georgia]]
* [[List of counties in Georgia]]


== References ==
==Also see==
{{Reflist}}
* [[Augusta, Georgia]]
* [[Central Savannah River Area]]
* [[Columbia County, Georgia]]
* [[Burke County, Georgia]]


== External links ==
{{Richmond County, Georgia}}


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Richmond 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 206,000. The county seat is Augusta, which is also the principal city of the Augusta metropolitan area.

History[edit]

Richmond County was established on February 5, 1777, as one of the original counties of Georgia. It was named after Charles Lennox, 3rd Duke of Richmond, a British politician who was sympathetic to the American colonies' cause during the American Revolution.

Geography[edit]

Richmond County is located in the Central Savannah River Area (CSRA) and is bordered by the Savannah River to the northeast. The county has a total area of 329 square miles, of which 324 square miles is land and 5.2 square miles is water.

Transportation[edit]

Richmond County is served by several major highways, including:

  • Interstate 20
  • Interstate 520
  • U.S. Route 1
  • U.S. Route 25

These highways provide vital connections to other parts of Georgia and neighboring states.

Demographics[edit]

As of the 2020 census, Richmond County had a diverse population with a mix of urban and suburban communities. The county has a significant African American population, along with growing Hispanic and Asian communities.

Economy[edit]

Richmond County's economy is driven by healthcare, education, and the military. The Medical College of Georgia and Augusta University are major educational institutions in the area. The Fort Gordon military base is a significant employer and contributes to the local economy.

Education[edit]

Richmond County is served by the Richmond County School System, which operates numerous elementary, middle, and high schools. Higher education institutions include Augusta University and Paine College.

Points of Interest[edit]

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Municipalities and communities of Richmond County, Georgia, United States

County seat: Augusta

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