The Jefferson County Georgia map covers an east-central Georgia county southwest of Augusta. Louisville is the county seat and a former state capital, while Wrens, Wadley, Bartow, Avera, and Stapleton form a network of rail, farming, forestry, and small-town communities.
The U.S. Census Bureau estimated 15,011 residents on July 1, 2025, a 4.5 percent decline from the 2020 estimates base. The 2020 census counted 15,709 residents.
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Created in 1796 and Named for Thomas Jefferson
Jefferson County was created on February 20, 1796, from parts of Burke and Warren counties. It was named for Thomas Jefferson.
The county lies between Augusta, Sandersville, and the farming and forestry areas of east-central Georgia. U.S. highways 1, 221, and 319 and several rail lines support regional travel and freight.
Map Coverage and File Options
This Jefferson County Georgia map set contains color, black-and-white, and outline A3 JPG files. The labeled versions support county reference, while the outline version leaves room for custom municipal, railroad, agricultural, river, or historic-site information.
Louisville, Wrens, Wadley, Bartow, Avera, and Stapleton are the six incorporated municipalities. No finished source image accompanied the request, so the article does not claim that every city boundary and rail line appears on every map.
Louisville, Georgia’s Third Capital
Louisville served as Georgia’s third capital from 1796 until 1807 and was the state’s first purpose-built permanent capital. The town was named for King Louis XVI of France in recognition of French support during the American Revolution.
The 1904 neoclassical courthouse stands on the former capitol site. The Old Market House and the historic street plan preserve evidence of the capital-era commercial center.
Wrens and the Northern Highway Center
Wrens lies at the junction of U.S. highways 1 and 221. It serves as a northern commercial, service, and transportation center with links to Augusta, Louisville, and Sandersville.
Agricultural trade, manufacturing, retail, public services, and road access shaped the town. Writer Erskine Caldwell spent part of his youth in Wrens while his father served as a Presbyterian minister.
Wadley, Bartow, and Freight-Rail History
Wadley was originally called Shakerag. The name changed in the 1870s to honor the president of the Central of Georgia Railway when the town became an official railroad stop.
Bartow became an important freight stop between Macon and Savannah during the 1920s. Both towns demonstrate how railways linked cotton, timber, farm products, and local commerce.
Avera, Stapleton, and Rural Land Use
- Avera is a small western farming community.
- Stapleton developed as a northwestern rail and agricultural town.
- Wrens is the northern commercial and highway center.
- Louisville provides government and historic attractions.
- Wadley and Bartow represent the southern rail corridor.
Between the municipalities are farms, pasture, pine forest, churches, and low-density housing. Cotton, peanuts, livestock, timber, small manufacturing, and public services support the local economy.
Rivers, Creeks, and Outdoor Land
The Ogeechee River system and Rocky Comfort Creek influence drainage, wetlands, farmland, and wildlife habitat. Smaller streams connect the county with the wider Ogeechee and Brier Creek basins.
Forests and stream corridors support hunting, fishing, and wildlife observation. Land management must balance agriculture, timber production, water quality, and habitat protection.
County Profile
| Established | February 20, 1796 |
| County Seat | Louisville |
| 2020 Census Population | 15,709 |
| 2025 Population Estimate | 15,011 |
| 2020–2025 Estimated Change | -4.5 percent |
| Municipalities | Louisville, Wrens, Wadley, Bartow, Avera, Stapleton |
| Major Themes | State-capital history, railroads, farming, forestry |
Color Map
The color map separates Jefferson County from Richmond, Burke, Emanuel, Johnson, Washington, Glascock, and Warren 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, rail lines, farms, forests, rivers, or historic sites.
Download the Jefferson County Map
The Jefferson County Georgia map download includes color, black-and-white, and outline A3 JPG versions. Select a labeled file for county reference or the outline file for a custom history, railroad, agriculture, forestry, or river project.
County Map File Information
The download contains three A3 JPG versions of the Jefferson 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?
Louisville is the county seat and served as Georgia’s third capital and first purpose-built permanent capital.
How many incorporated municipalities are in the county?
There are six: Louisville, Wrens, Wadley, Bartow, Avera, and Stapleton.
Does every map show all railways and streams?
Not necessarily. Detail depends on the finished source image and scale. The outline version can be used to add rail lines, streams, cities, and agricultural areas.
References
U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts provides the 2025 population estimate, 2020 census count, and recent change.
Jefferson County’s official history documents the 1796 creation and Louisville’s capital role.
Jefferson County’s official profile describes Louisville, Wadley, Wrens, Bartow, and major historic sites.
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