Alachua County, county in Florida, United States. As of 2020 county had an estimated population of 271,218 inhabitants. The county was created 200 years ago in 1824. Its county seat is Gainesville.
There are 1 city/town in Alachua County, FL. The largest city of Alachua County is Newberry with a population of 6,368.
Home to the University of Florida, Alachua County contains a diverse mix of college town culture, rural landscapes, and suburban growth. Though Gainesville serves as an urban anchor, the smaller towns of Alachua County each contribute their own local vibe. Some of the most notable cities and towns include Gainesville, High Springs, Alachua, Newberry, and Hawthorne.
As the county seat, Gainesville excels as a lively college town. Scenic High Springs provides easy access to picturesque natural springs. Historic downtown Alachua offers charming small town life. Newberry's quaint main street features historic buildings. And Hawthorne maintains citrus groves and rural landscapes.
Additionally, Cross Creek is a tiny community named after the Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings landmark. From swampy sanctuaries to research parks, Alachua County's diverse cities and towns invite discovery of natural Florida beyond the Gator Nation.
List of cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Alachua County.
City Name | Title | Population |
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Newberry | City in Alachua County, Florida, United States of America | 6,368 |