Jackson County 32nd Nationally in Growth
Jackson County continues to be one of the fastest growing counties in the nation, according to the US Census Bureau. In the latest population estimates, the
Census Bureau said Jackson County's estimated population through July 1, 2006 is 55,778 - making it the 32nd fastest growing county in the nation.
Jackson County has grown 34.1% since 2000. Between 2005 and 2006, Jackson County added 3,400 new residents for a one year growth of 6.5%, one of the fastest growth rates in the state. It was also one of 18 Georgia counties to add over 3,000 new residents during that time.
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With 6 exchanges off I-85 and the county being ranked 32nd fastest growing in the nation the economy has not slowed down in Jackson County.
Jackson County's growth and economy is tied to Location! Location! Location!
Population of Jackson County - 55,778
Unemployment Rate - 3.4 % as of April 2007
Industry Mix - 2005
Distance to (from county seat, Jefferson):
- Atlanta - 60 miles
- Gainesville, GA - 20 miles
- Athens, GA - 20 miles
- Anderson, SC - 65 miles
- Savannah Port - 215 miles
- Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport - 65 miles
- Jackson County Airport - 5 miles
For more information please select the files on the LEFT side of the page or contact the Chamber at 706-387-0300.
