Upson County

Upson County came into being in 1824, its lands taken from parts of Pike and Crawford counties. Its name honors Stephen Upson, a lawyer and legislator of renown during the antebellum period. Thomaston, the county seat, is named for General Jett Thomas, leader of the state mili­tia in 1812 and builder of the state capitol at Milledgeville.

Contact Information

Address 106 East Lee Street, Suite 110, Thomaston GA 30286
Telephone 706.647.7012
Fax 706.647.7030
Website http://www.upsoncountyga.org

Statistics and Rates

2008 Population 27530 (State Rank: 65)
Incorporated Millage Rate 12.72
Unincorporated Millage Rate 12.72
County Bond 0
School Maintenance/Operations 14.3
School Bond 0
Total Incorporated 27.02
Total Unincorporated 27.02

 

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