Claxton, Georgia
Claxton: county seat in Evans County, Georgia, USA
About
Claxton is a city located in the county of Evans in the U.S. state of Georgia. Its population at the 2010 census was 2,746 and a population density of 605 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 2,216 inhabitants.
The city was created 136 years ago in 1889.
Quick Facts about Claxton
| Population | 2,216 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Georgia (United States) |
| County | Evans County |
| Phone Area Codes | 912 |
| Area | 4.54 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 32.1616,-81.9040 |
| Altitude | 13 feet / 4 meters |
| Capital city | Claxton is capital of Evans County |
| Establishment | January 01, 1890 (136 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/New_York |
| Local time | 17:57:23 (22nd April 2026) |
| Postal code | 30417 |
| Density | 488 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -23.92% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 85℉ Partly Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Claxton is located at 32°9'42"N 81°54'14"W (32.1615800, -81.9040000).
Claxton map
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Weather
Partly sunny, with a high near 85. South wind 1 to 5 mph.
7-Day ForecastDemographics
According to census records, the population of Claxton decreased by 23.92% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 2,746 | - | census |
| 2011 | 2,357 | -16.5% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 2,288 | -3.02% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 2,308 | 0.87% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 2,302 | -0.26% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 2,261 | -1.81% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 2,238 | -1.03% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 2,248 | 0.44% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 2,223 | -1.12% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 2,204 | -0.86% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 2,216 | 0.54% | estimation process |
Services and Civic Places in Claxton
1Claxton City Utilities Department
206 W Railroad St, Claxton, GA 30417 View details
Phone: +19127391712
2Claxton City of Lunchroom
102 N Clark St, Claxton, GA 30417 View details
3Hagan City Clerk's Office
6327 Tattnall St, Claxton, GA 30417 View details
Phone: +19127393801
People born in Claxton (6)
People born in Claxton, including FBI executive Cartha DeLoach, physician Curtis G. Hames, writer/Director/Producer James Kicklighter, .
More notable people
- Joe Kennedy (American politician) he was born in 08/10/1930
- Albert Parker (American businessman) he was born in 10/01/1916
- Joe Odom he was born in 22/03/1948
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Claxton, GA. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 366465 | Ogeechee Technical College | Statesboro (GA) | 30458 |
Nearby Transit Stations (3)
Rail and bus stations connected to Claxton, GA. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| JSP | Jesup | 176 Northwest Broad Street | RAIL |
| SAV | Savannah | 2611 Seaboard Coastline Drive | RAIL |
| YEM | Yemassee | 9 Main Street | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Claxton.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Claxton Post Office | Claxton (GA) | 30417 |
Other cities in Evans County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Evans County , GA.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Hagan | 953 | City in Evans County, Georgia, United States |
| Daisy | 140 | City in Evans County, Georgia, United States |
Distance to Other Cities
Claxton distances to largest Georgia cities