Georgia

Charlton

12,518
2020 population
1860
first census record
17
census records

About Charlton

Charlton, Georgia, first appears in the United States federal census in 1860, when it recorded a population of 1,780. At the most recent census, in 2020, its population stood at 12,518.

The county's recorded population has risen across the decades to its highest level in 2020.

On the ground today, 2 documented military engagements have been recorded within the county, among them Battle of Alligator Creek Bridge, Battle of Alligator Creek Bridge (FL border), and 4 places are listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Population by decade

Census YearPopulationChart
202012,518
201012,171
200010,282
19908,496
19807,343
19705,680
19605,313
19504,821
19405,256
19304,381
19204,536
19104,722
19003,592
18903,335
18802,154
18701,897
18601,780
Source

Population data from the United States decennial census, U.S. Census Bureau (public domain).

Battles & engagements in Charlton

Military engagements that took place in Charlton, Georgia.

Battle of Alligator Creek Bridge
1778
Battle of Alligator Creek Bridge (FL border)
1778

Historic places in Charlton

National Register of Historic Places listings in Charlton, Georgia.

Mizell, William, Sr., House
Folkston
Charlton County Courthouse
Folkston
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Frequently asked about Charlton

When does Charlton first appear in the US census?
Charlton, Georgia first appears in the federal census in 1860, with a recorded population of 1,780.
What is the population of Charlton?
At the most recent federal census (2020), Charlton had a recorded population of 12,518.
Were any battles fought in Charlton?
2 documented military engagements took place in Charlton, including Battle of Alligator Creek Bridge, Battle of Alligator Creek Bridge (FL border).
How many historic places are in Charlton?
4 sites are listed on the National Register of Historic Places in Charlton, Georgia.
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