Fort Benning Georgia Map

About Fort Benning, Georgia

Fort Benning is a locality in Chattahoochee County, Georgia, United States. With a population of 120,000, Fort Benning is a major urban centre in Georgia. The population density is 480.0 people per km². Fort Benning is located at 32.3524°N, 84.9688°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 31905.

Fort Benning, a significant United States Army installation, occupies a landscape of rolling pine-covered terrain and sandy soils in Chattahoochee County, Georgia. It lies 7.6 miles south of Columbus, GA (from Columbus, GA: bearing 172°T), and is situated 8.4 miles south-south-east of Phenix City. Its history is deeply intertwined with the nation's military endeavors, expanding considerably through the 20th century as a pivotal training ground. The economy of the surrounding region is intrinsically linked to the presence of Fort Benning, with military personnel and their families forming a substantial part of the local consumer base and workforce. The Chattahoochee River, a vital waterway, shapes the western boundary of this area, its slow, steady flow mirroring the timeless quality of the land. The air here often carries the scent of pine needles and damp earth, a constant reminder of the verdant environment. The cultural character of Fort Benning is primarily defined by its military purpose, fostering a sense of discipline and shared experience among its residents. While not a traditional cultural hub, the installation and its environs have been touched by the lives of many who served here. The nearby landscape offers opportunities for outdoor recreation, with dense woodlands and open fields providing a backdrop for various activities. Though there are no renowned universities or major professional sports teams directly associated with Fort Benning itself, the installation hosts numerous events that bring together its diverse population. The quiet hum of activity, punctuated by the distant sounds of training, creates a unique rhythm to life around Fort Benning.

About This Fort Benning Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Fort Benning, Georgia — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 32.352369, -84.968819. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Fort Benning and Chattahoochee County.

Detailed location data for Fort Benning includes the ZIP code (31905), telephone area code (229), county seat of Chattahoochee County (Cusseta), and school district assignment. These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Fort Benning is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.