The Henry County Georgia map covers one of metropolitan Atlanta’s major southeastern growth counties. McDonough is the county seat, Stockbridge anchors the northern suburbs, Locust Grove supports the southern logistics corridor, and Hampton combines rail-town history with motor-sports tourism.
The U.S. Census Bureau estimated 264,922 residents on July 1, 2025. The 2020 census counted 240,712 residents, illustrating continued population expansion after decades of suburban development.
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Creation of a Large Early Georgia County
Henry County was created in 1821 and named for Patrick Henry. Its original territory was much larger, but later county formations reduced it to about 323 square miles.
McDonough was established as the county seat in 1823. Agriculture dominated the early economy, followed by rail towns, manufacturing, highways, and suburban growth.
Map Coverage and File Options
This Henry County Georgia map set contains color, black-and-white, and outline A3 JPG files. The labeled versions support regional reference, while the outline version leaves room for municipal, transportation, logistics, land-use, or population information.
McDonough, Stockbridge, Locust Grove, and Hampton are the four incorporated cities. Because no finished source image accompanied the request, the article does not claim that every city boundary and unincorporated community appears on every map.
McDonough and the County Government Core
McDonough contains the courthouse square, county offices, schools, medical services, retail districts, housing, and extensive warehouse development. Interstate 75 and Georgia routes 20 and 81 make it the county’s principal crossroads.
The historic downtown retains the form of a nineteenth-century county seat, while outer districts reflect modern metropolitan and highway-oriented development.
Stockbridge and the Northern Suburban Belt
Stockbridge lies closest to Clayton, DeKalb, and the Atlanta urban core. Residential subdivisions, medical facilities, offices, shopping centers, and service businesses expanded as metropolitan growth moved south.
The Eagles Landing area became a major medical, residential, and commercial center. Large unincorporated neighborhoods around Stockbridge can make postal identity and municipal boundaries difficult to distinguish.
Locust Grove and the Logistics Economy
Locust Grove grew from a rail and farming community into a major Interstate 75 distribution location. Warehouses, manufacturing, outlet retail, hotels, and new housing now surround the older town center.
Its position between Atlanta and Macon gives the southern county strong access to regional freight routes. Rural land remains nearby, creating sharp transitions between industrial sites and farms or woods.
Hampton and Atlanta Motor Speedway
Hampton developed through rail transport and agriculture in southwestern Henry County. Atlanta Motor Speedway nearby draws large racing events and creates seasonal traffic, tourism, and business activity.
- McDonough is the government, retail, and logistics center.
- Stockbridge anchors the northern suburban and medical district.
- Locust Grove supports southern warehousing and industrial growth.
- Hampton combines rail-town history with motor-sports tourism.
Growth, Congestion, and Infrastructure
Henry County changed rapidly after the 1980s as Atlanta’s population and employment spread southward. Interstate access, available land, schools, and lower-density housing attracted residents and businesses.
Growth created pressure on roads, schools, water and sewer systems, emergency services, and open land. Northern Henry is more densely suburban, while southern sections combine logistics, new housing, and remaining rural parcels.
County Profile
| Established | 1821 |
| County Seat | McDonough |
| Area | About 323 square miles |
| 2020 Census Population | 240,712 |
| 2025 Population Estimate | 264,922 |
| Incorporated Cities | McDonough, Stockbridge, Locust Grove, Hampton |
| Major Corridor | Interstate 75 |
Color Map
The color map separates Henry County from DeKalb, Rockdale, Newton, Butts, Spalding, and Clayton counties.
Black and White Map
The black-and-white file removes regional fills while retaining the county outline and selected city labels. It provides a simple reference for reports, worksheets, and monochrome printing.
Outline Map
The outline version preserves the county outline and included internal boundaries without labels or fills. Users can add cities, highways, warehouses, residential growth, rivers, or school areas.
Download the Henry County Map
The Henry County Georgia map download includes color, black-and-white, and outline A3 JPG versions. Select a labeled file for metropolitan reference or the outline file for a custom transportation, logistics, municipal, or development project.
County Map File Information
The download contains three A3 JPG versions of the Henry County map.
- Included Versions: Color, Black and White, Outline
- File Type: JPG
- Printable Size: A3
- Map Detail: County outline, included internal boundaries, surrounding areas
- Intended Use: Printing, classroom materials, presentations, documents, and custom annotations
Frequently Asked Questions
Which city is the county seat?
McDonough is the county seat and the principal location for county government, courts, shopping, and logistics.
How many incorporated cities are in Henry County?
There are four: McDonough, Stockbridge, Locust Grove, and Hampton.
Does every map show all city limits?
Not necessarily. Boundary detail depends on the finished source image and scale. The outline version can be used to add current city limits, unincorporated areas, and highways.
References
U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts provides the 2025 population estimate and current county statistics.
New Georgia Encyclopedia documents county creation, municipalities, rail history, and suburban growth.
The McDonough entry describes the city’s county-seat role, railroad development, and modern growth.
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