Polk County Map, Georgia
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Polk County, Georgia
Polk County sits in northwest Georgia. The county’s roots stretch back to 1851, named for President James K. Polk. This county has a blue-collar heritage with a growing appreciation for outdoor recreation.
Cedartown is the county seat. It’s known for Big Spring, which pumps out millions of gallons of crystal-clear water daily. Rockmart is the other major town and it boasts a revitalized downtown.
You’ll find a landscape covered with textile mills. Some are still humming, others have just been repurposed. The Silver Comet Trail also cuts through the county south of Rockmart.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Polk County |
| County Seat | Cedartown |
| Population | Approximately 45,000 |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Cedartown (county seat), Rockmart, Aragon, Braswell, Esom Hill |
| Interstates and Highways | U.S. Route 27, U.S. Route 278, State Route 101 |
| FIPS Code | 13-233 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 314 square miles (land: 312 sq mi, water: 2 sq mi) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Floyd County (North), Bartow County (Northeast), Paulding County (East), Haralson County (South), Cleburne County, Alabama (Southwest), Cherokee County, Alabama (West) |
| Time Zone | Eastern Time Zone (ET) |
| State | Georgia |
| Coordinates | 34.0572° N, 85.2570° W |
| Etymology | Named in honor of James Knox Polk, eleventh President of the United States |
| Major Landmarks | Cedartown Courthouse, Lake Cedartown, Rockmart Depot |
| Website | Polk County Website |
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