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City	Fitzgerald
State	Georgia (GA)
County	Ben Hill County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Eastern Time (America/New_York)

Latitude	31.714908
Longitude	-83.252654
Population	9,006
Density	387.5 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Code	31750
Area Code	229
County Seat	Fitzgerald
School District	Ben Hill County School District

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About Fitzgerald, Georgia

Fitzgerald is a locality in Ben Hill County, Georgia, United States. It has a population of approximately 9,006. The population density is 387.5 people per km². Fitzgerald is located at 31.7149°N, 83.2527°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. Fitzgerald is an incorporated locality. ZIP code: 31750.

Fitzgerald emerges from the landscape as a deliberate mark upon the sprawling, level plains of the deep interior. It lies 23.7 miles northeast of Tifton, GA (from Tifton, GA: bearing 39°T), and is situated 8.3 miles north of Ocilla. The horizon remains wide and unobstructed, save for the distant, hazy silhouette of Rattlesnake Ridge that anchors the far western view. Within the immediate vicinity, Turkey Creek flows with a quiet, steady persistence through the undergrowth, shaping the lowlands in its own patient way. The City of Fitzgerald Northeast Pond mirrors the expansive sky, offering a still, glass-like surface that reflects the shifting colors of the afternoon. Blue-Gray Park serves as the central green lung of Fitzgerald, providing a quiet space where the air feels heavy with the scent of pine and warming earth.

Settlers arrived here with a unique vision, establishing Fitzgerald as a place where veterans of both the North and South could forge a shared future together. This spirit of reconciliation remains a defining thread in the history of the locale, influencing the development of its early commerce and civic identity. Agriculture serves as the bedrock of the local economy, with the surrounding fields producing pecans and timber that have sustained generations of families. Small-scale manufacturing and local trade continue to provide the pulse of daily employment, keeping the regional market active and self-reliant. The red-clay soil demands a certain tenacity from those who work the land, ensuring that industry remains deeply tied to the rhythms of the seasons.

Cultural life in Fitzgerald maintains a distinct character, celebrated through local festivals that bring the neighborhood together under the canopy of oaks. The architecture of the downtown district reflects a time when craftsmanship was prioritized, leaving behind a legacy of sturdy, brick-fronted buildings. Residents often gather for community events that honor the unique dual heritage of the founders, keeping the memory of those early days alive in the present. While the pace of existence remains measured, the people of Fitzgerald possess a sharp wit and a welcoming disposition that defines the social atmosphere. Notable figures with roots in the region, such as the actor Burt Reynolds, have carried the influence of this specific landscape into their broader professional achievements.

Nearby Outdoor Places

American Legion Park (Local Park) — 0.5 mi, 346° N
Compton Park (Local Park) — 0.7 mi, 217° SW
Irwin County Ocilla Rec Facility (Local Recreation) — 6.6 mi, 181° S
Jefferson Davis (Monument) — 8.7 mi, 246° SW
Alapaha River Wildlife Management Area (State Conservation Area) — 12.9 mi, 202° S
Giant Rebel Flag (Monument) — 19.9 mi, 240° SW
Venus in the Bushes (Monument) — 20.0 mi, 241° SW
Greenspace Program Acquisition (Local Recreation) — 20.2 mi, 294° NW
Paradise Public Fishing Area (State Recreation Area) — 21.5 mi, 197° S
Horse Creek Wildlife Management Area (State Conservation Area) — 22.5 mi, 073° E
The Peanut (Public Artwork) — 23.6 mi, 223° SW
Georgia Museum of Agriculture (Attraction) — 24.0 mi, 224° SW
Walter R Wilson Agricultural Arena (Stadium) — 25.9 mi, 117° SE
General Coffee State Park (State Park) — 30.0 mi, 116° SE
Little Ocmulgee State Park (State Park) — 32.9 mi, 039° NE
Titan I Missile (Attraction) — 33.9 mi, 300° NW
The Old Poulan City Bank (Historic Ruins) — 34.5 mi, 246° SW
The Old Pharmacy (Historic Ruins) — 34.5 mi, 246° SW
Douglas Motorsports Park (Stadium) — 37.2 mi, 123° SE
Moultrie Stadium Cinema 6 (Cinema) — 47.2 mi, 220° SW
Banks Lake National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 47.6 mi, 172° S · 5,962 acres
Museum of Colquitt County History (Museum) — 48.6 mi, 220° SW
Moultrie Arts Center (Arts Centre) — 49.2 mi, 221° SW
Frogtown Cellars Hahira Tasting Room (Attraction) — 49.5 mi, 190° S
Chehaw Indian Monument (Attraction) — 51.6 mi, 275° W
Amphitheater (Theatre) — 53.6 mi, 260° W
Moody Forest Tavia's Trailorest Natural area (Nature Reserve) — 56.8 mi, 076° E
Valdosta Studio Imagination (Arts Centre) — 60.1 mi, 183° S
Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge.Wilderness Area (Wilderness Area) — 70.1 mi, 140° SE · 350k acres
Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 70.2 mi, 141° SE · 815k acres

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