Blakely, Georgia
Blakely: county seat in Early County, Georgia, USA
About
Blakely is a city located in the county of Early in the U.S. state of Georgia. Its population at the 2010 census was 5,068 and a population density of 111 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 4,491 inhabitants.
Quick Facts about Blakely
| Population | 4,491 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Georgia (United States) |
| County | Early County |
| Phone Area Codes | 229 |
| Area | 45.75 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 31.3777,-84.9341 |
| Altitude | 262 feet / 80 meters |
| Capital city | Blakely is capital of Early County |
| Time Zone | America/New_York |
| Local time | 19:18:01 (22nd April 2026) |
| Postal code | 39823 |
| Density | 98 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -12.85% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 82℉ Partly Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Blakely is located at 31°22'40"N 84°56'3"W (31.3776800, -84.9340900).
Blakely map
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Weather
Partly sunny, with a high near 82. South southeast wind 0 to 5 mph.
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Official WebsiteDemographics
According to census records, the population of Blakely decreased by 12.85% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 5,068 | - | census |
| 2011 | 4,937 | -2.65% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 4,849 | -1.81% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 4,806 | -0.89% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 4,757 | -1.03% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 4,749 | -0.17% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 4,655 | -2.02% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 4,658 | 0.06% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 4,634 | -0.52% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 4,571 | -1.38% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 4,491 | -1.78% | estimation process |
Best Things to Do in Blakely
1Kolomoki Mounds State Park - Museum
205, Indian Mounds Rd, Blakely, GA 39823, United States View details
Phone: +12297242150 | Website available
2Coheelee Creek Covered Bridge
Blakely, GA 39823, United States View details
Website available
3Kolomoki Mounds Archaeological Area Historic Marker
205 Indian Mounds Rd, Blakely, GA 39823, United States View details
Website available
4Early County Museum
226 N Main St, Blakely, GA 39823, United States View details
Phone: +12297247222 | Website available
Services and Civic Places in Blakely
1City of Blakely City Hall
82 Court Square, Blakely, GA 39823 View details
Phone: +12297233677 | Website available
People born in Blakely (3)
People born in Blakely, including long jumper and football wide receiver Bo Roberson, Robert Nix, lawyer, judge, and author Arthur Powell, .
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Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Blakely, GA. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 483975 | Alabama College of Osteopathic Medicine | Dothan (AL) | 36303-2251 |
Closest post offices linked to Blakely.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Blakely Post Office | Blakely (GA) | 39823 |
Other places with the same name (1)
- Blakely, Pennsylvania borough of Pennsylvania with a population of 6,174 people.
Other cities in Early County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Early County , GA.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Centerville | 8,001 | City in Houston County, Georgia, United States |
| Damascus | 223 | City in Early County, Georgia, United States |
| Jakin | 145 | City in Early County, Georgia, United States |
Distance to Other Cities
Blakely distances to largest Georgia cities