Thomas County Map, Georgia
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Thomas County, Georgia
Thomas County is located in southwest Georgia, along the Florida border. It was established in 1825 and now has a population of around 45,000 residents. Agriculture plays a significant role in the local economy.
Thomasville serves as the county seat and largest city. It’s nicknamed the “City of Roses” and hosts an annual Rose Festival.
The county is also home to Thomas University, a private institution with undergraduate and graduate programs. Finally, Lapham-Patterson House is a National Historic Landmark.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Thomas County |
| County Seat | Thomasville |
| Population | Approximately 45,000 |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Thomasville (county seat), Boston, Coolidge, Metcalf, and other small communities |
| Interstates and Highways | U.S. Route 84, U.S. Route 319, Georgia State Route 38 |
| FIPS Code | 13-275 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 1,072 square miles (land: 1,061 sq mi, water: 11 sq mi) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Colquitt County (Northeast), Brooks County (East), Jefferson County, Florida (South), Leon County, Florida (Southwest), Grady County (West), Mitchell County (Northwest) |
| Time Zone | Eastern Time Zone (ET) |
| State | Georgia |
| Coordinates | 30.8368° N, 83.9823° W |
| Etymology | Named after General Jett Thomas, a hero of the War of 1812 |
| Major Landmarks | Thomasville Historical District, Pebble Hill Plantation, and the Big Oak |
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