Coffee County

Coffee County had to draw its territory from parts of Clinch, Irwin, Telfair and Ware counties in 1854. General John Coffee, an Indian fight­er, is honored with its naming. Douglas, the county seat, is named for Stephen A. Douglas, the Democrat who unsuccessfully opposed Abraham Lincoln in his first race for the presidency.

Contact Information

Address 101 South Peterson Avenue, Douglas GA 31533
Telephone 912.384.4799
Fax 912.384.0291
Website http://www.coffeecountygov.com

Statistics and Rates

2008 Population 40527 (State Rank: 49)
Incorporated Millage Rate 7.847
Unincorporated Millage Rate 7.847
County Bond 0
School Maintenance/Operations 15.214
School Bond 0
Total Incorporated 23.061
Total Unincorporated 23.061

 

County Officials