Crawford County, Georgia

Crawford County, Georgia

General Information
Name	Crawford County, Georgia
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Settlement Type	County
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Total	12,130
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Crawford County is a county located in the central part of the U.S. state of Georgia. As of the 2020 census, the population was 12,130. The county seat is Knoxville.

History

Crawford County was created on December 9, 1822, from part of Houston County. It was named in honor of William H. Crawford, a prominent politician who served as United States Secretary of the Treasury and was a candidate for President of the United States in 1824.

Geography

According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 326 square miles (840 km²), of which 325 square miles (840 km²) is land and 1.0 square mile (2.6 km²) (0.3%) is water.

Adjacent counties

• Bibb County - east
• Peach County - south
• Houston County - southeast
• Monroe County - north
• Taylor County - west
• Upson County - northwest

Demographics

As of the 2020 United States census, there were 12,130 people, 4,500 households, and 3,200 families residing in the county. The population density was 37 people per square mile (14/km²).

Economy

The economy of Crawford County is primarily based on agriculture, with significant contributions from forestry and small-scale manufacturing. The county's rural setting provides a backdrop for farming activities, including the cultivation of peaches, which are a notable product of the region.

Education

Crawford County is served by the Crawford County School District, which operates several schools, including an elementary school, a middle school, and a high school. The district is committed to providing quality education to the students of the county.

Transportation

Major highways that pass through Crawford County include:

• U.S. Route 80
• Georgia State Route 42
• Georgia State Route 128

Communities

• Knoxville (county seat)
• Roberta

Notable People

• William H. Crawford - The county's namesake, a prominent 19th-century politician.

See also

• National Register of Historic Places listings in Crawford County, Georgia

External links

• Official Crawford County Website