Oconee County

Oconee County is part of what was once Franklin County. It was creat­ed in 1875 and named for the river that sets its eastern boundary. Watkinsville, the county seat , is named for an Augusta lawyer who helped compile the first Digest of Georgia Laws.

Contact Information

Address P.O. Box 145, Watkinsville GA 30677
Telephone 706.769.5120
Fax 706.769.0705
Website http://www.oconeecounty.com

Statistics and Rates

2008 Population 32221 (State Rank: 54)
Incorporated Millage Rate 7.456
Unincorporated Millage Rate 6.686
County Bond 0
School Maintenance/Operations 16.5
School Bond 1
Total Incorporated 24.956
Total Unincorporated 24.186

 

County Officials