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Jefferson Georgia Map

Explore Jefferson, Georgia, with this interactive street and satellite map.

This page also offers TOPO MAPS — the official USGS topographic sheets — plus USGS aerial imagery, a labelled USNG grid overlay, a distance and bearing tool, and a GPS grid-reference readout. See How to Use This Map below.

Interactive Map of Jefferson, Georgia

How to Use This Jefferson, Georgia Map

This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for Jefferson, Georgia. Use the Map and Satellite buttons above to switch between street map and aerial imagery views. Use the + and − buttons to zoom in or out, or scroll your mouse wheel while holding the Control key to zoom. On a touchscreen, use a two-finger pinch gesture. Drag the map to pan to any area of Georgia or beyond.

Click ⛶ Fullscreen to expand the map to fill your screen. To return to the normal page view, press the Escape key, click the ✕ Exit Fullscreen button that appears above the map, or on a mobile device tap the back button (Android) or the close icon (iOS).

TOPO MAPS — NEW. Click the green 🔍 Search Maps button below the map to open a second map with a Base map row offering three choices. OSM is the standard OpenStreetMap street map. Topo shows the official USGS topographic maps from The National Map — contours, hydrography, land cover and shaded relief, the same mapping used for hiking, hunting and back-country navigation in the Adirondacks, the Catskills and the Finger Lakes. Imagery shows USGS aerial photography, mostly 1-metre NAIP. The search box finds any US town, county or landmark by name, so you are not limited to Jefferson.

Reading the map like a paper quad. Click Grid to overlay the U.S. National Grid (USNG), labelled along the edges exactly as a printed topographic sheet is — at normal zoom the squares are one kilometre across, so you can read a six-figure grid reference by eye and judge distance directly off the map. Click Measure, then tap two points, to get the distance between them together with the grid bearing in degrees and mils, the true bearing, and the magnetic bearing to set on a compass.

Click 📍 My position to take a single GPS reading from your device. It marks where you are and reports your position as a USNG grid reference as well as plain latitude and longitude — USNG being the format FEMA and US search and rescue teams work from — with a Copy position button so you can paste it straight into a text message. It takes one reading and stops, rather than tracking continuously, to conserve your battery. Note that map tiles need cell coverage, but a GPS reading does not — your coordinates stay correct even where the map itself cannot load.

City	Jefferson
State	Georgia (GA)
County	Jackson County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Eastern Time (America/New_York)

Latitude	34.136239
Longitude	-83.602157
Population	13,233
Density	227.0 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Codes	31569, 31024, 30549
Area Code	912, 770, 678
County Seat	Jefferson
School District	Jefferson City School District

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About Jefferson, Georgia

Jefferson is a locality in Jackson County, Georgia, United States. It has a population of 13,233. The population density is 227.0 people per km². Jefferson is located at 34.1362°N, 83.6022°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. Jefferson is an incorporated locality. ZIP codes: 31569, 31024, 30549.

Jefferson reveals its character through the quiet, winding path of Curry Creek as it carves through the red-clay piedmont. It lies 10.9 miles east of Braselton, GA (from Braselton, GA: bearing 87°T), and is situated 8.9 miles southwest of Commerce. The landscape around Jefferson unfolds in long, deliberate stretches of woodland and cleared fields that hold the heat of the afternoon sun. To the northwest, the distant profile of the Blue Ridge Mountains creates a jagged, hazy suggestion against the sky. Residents often spend their leisure hours at V S Hughey Park, where the canopy of trees offers a reprieve from the humidity. A mile away, the stillness of Jefferson City Lake mirrors the shifting colors of the clouds at dusk.

Jefferson maintains a steady rhythm born from a history of agricultural roots and a transition into a modern regional hub. While the soil once demanded the labor of traditional farming, the local economy now encompasses a broader range of industrial and commercial ventures. The pace of work here remains rooted in the practical, honest output of its residents who value stability and consistent growth. Longleaf pines stand as silent witnesses to the changing landscape as commerce flows along the arterial roads that connect the region. Business in Jefferson relies on the careful management of land and resources to ensure prosperity for those who settle here. Industry finds a natural home in this environment, supported by a workforce that appreciates the balance of hard labor and the quietude of the surrounding plains.

Jefferson cultivates a cultural identity centered on the tight-knit traditions of the courthouse square and the seasonal gatherings that mark the passing year. The community values the preservation of its heritage, often highlighted during local festivals that bring neighbors together under the heavy, humid air of late summer. Notable landmarks anchor the center of life, serving as points of orientation for travelers and locals alike who navigate the grid of the streets. While the town remains modest in its claims, it has been the home of figures such as Crawford Long, whose pioneering work in anesthesia changed the trajectory of medical history. Everyday life in Jefferson moves with the measured cadence of a place that understands its own worth without needing to shout it. The light at the end of the day softens the edges of the buildings, casting a warm, amber glow that settles over the porch swings and quiet avenues.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Jefferson Rec. Complex (Local Recreation) — 1.2 mi, 221° SW
Greenspace Program Acquisition (Local Recreation) — 1.5 mi, 220° SW
Jackson County Greenspace (Local Park) — 1.5 mi, 220° SW
City of Jefferson Lake (Local Conservation Area) — 1.6 mi, 097° E
Jackson County Confederate Statue (Public Artwork) — 2.1 mi, 128° SE
V S Hughey Park (Local Park) — 2.2 mi, 129° SE
Pendergrass Flea Market (Attraction) — 3.3 mi, 289° W
Boy scout (Monument) — 3.7 mi, 289° W
Hoschton Train Depot (Monument) — 9.5 mi, 254° W
Hardman Memorial Forest Park (State Conservation Area) — 9.9 mi, 114° SE
Commerce Cinemas (Cinema) — 11.4 mi, 046° NE
Colleen Q Williams Community Theater (Theatre) — 12.1 mi, 214° SW
Allen Creek Wildlife Management Area (State Conservation Area) — 12.1 mi, 303° NW
Train Caboose Museum (Museum) — 12.1 mi, 215° SW
Fort Yargo State Park (State Park) — 12.5 mi, 213° SW
Chicopee Woods Nature Preserve (Nature Reserve) — 15.0 mi, 299° NW
Walnut Creek Overlook (Viewpoint) — 15.1 mi, 300° NW
Williams Family Cemetery (Monument) — 15.1 mi, 092° E
Kissing Rock (Historic Ruins) — 16.3 mi, 136° SE
Breneau Ballet Center (Arts Centre) — 16.9 mi, 313° NW
Breneau Athletes Artwork (Arts Centre) — 16.9 mi, 313° NW
Breneau Outdoor Theater (Theatre) — 17.0 mi, 313° NW
The Sun (Attraction) — 17.1 mi, 311° NW
Gallery on the Square (Gallery) — 17.1 mi, 311° NW
Mercury (Attraction) — 17.1 mi, 311° NW
Tiny ATH Gallery (Gallery) — 17.2 mi, 132° SE
Don Carter State Park (State Park) — 18.5 mi, 335° NW
Chattahoochee National Forest (National Forest) — 23.9 mi, 013° N · 752k acres
Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area (National Recreation Area) — 26.8 mi, 270° W · 5,036 acres
Oconee National Forest (National Forest) — 31.7 mi, 158° S · 116k acres

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