Jackson County, county in Georgia, United States. As of 2020 county had an estimated population of 76,199 inhabitants. The county was created 229 years ago in 1796. Its county seat is Jefferson.
There are 1 city/town in Jackson County, GA. The largest city of Jackson County is Braselton with a population of 13,725.
Nestled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Jackson County contains several quaint small towns and rural communities.
Jefferson
Jefferson serves as the county seat with around 10,000 residents. It contains historic buildings like the Jackson County Courthouse and has several annual festivals.
Commerce
Commerce lies along the North Oconee River northeast of Atlanta with around 6,500 residents. It is home to commerce outlets and attractions like Tanger Outlets Center.
Pendergrass
Pendergrass is a rural farming town west of Jefferson with around 500 residents. It hosts events that celebrate the town’s agricultural heritage and way of life.
Talmo
Talmo is an unincorporated community northwest of Jefferson near the North Oconee River. It was founded in the 1880s around textile mills and railroads.
Nicholson
Nicholson lies along Highway 129 south of Jefferson with around 1,300 residents. The town celebrates bluegrass music heritage with the monthly Pickin’ in the Park event.
Jackson County's scenic rolling hills, rivers, and small town way of life encapsulate the idyllic charms of northern Georgia living.
List of cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Jackson County.
City Name | Title | Population |
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Braselton | Town in Barrow, Gwinnett, Hall, and Jackson counties, Georgia, United States | 13,725 |