Population-2007 US Census Estimate	County 50,728	Georgia 9,544,750
Population Percent Change April 2000 - July 1, 2007	35.1%	16.6%
Population 2000	37,535	8,186,453

 

 

 

Effingham County - Quick Look 

• Created in 1777 from the colonial parishes of St. Mathew and St. Phillip as Georgia's 4th county and one of the oldest settlements in America.
  
• Eastern border of county formed by a length of 314-mile-long Savannah River
  
• Ranks 34th in the state in square miles at 482.9
  
• Top crops in 2002 included corn, oats, rye and soybeans (National Agricultural Statistic Service for the US Department of Agriculture)
  
• 2007 US Census estimates ranked Effingham 44th fastest growing county
  

City of Guyton
Incorporated:                         1838
Population:                              917
Total Area:                                   1.2 square miles
Web Site: www.cityofguyton.com

Contact Information:
Address: 310 Central Ave., Guyton, GA 31312
Phone: 912-772-3353         Fax: 912-772-3152
Email: cityofguyton(at)planters.net

City of Guyton - Located in Effingham County's western interior, Guyton offers a unique liveability featuring country living at its best while having access to modern services, culture and the arts.

Guyton Community Events - This community of some 1,000 residents features a number of festivals and specia events throughout the year.
May - Londsome Whistle Band Hometown Bluegrass Festival
July 4th - Parade
Dec - Christmas Tour of Homes
2008 events will be announced. Go to: www.cityofguyton.com for latest schedule.

Guyton Areas of Interest:

Guyton Old School Park
This park is open year around..

Mossy Oak Music Park
533 Old Louisville Rd., Guyton
912-772-5142

Guyton Walking Trail.
Enjoy nature's best views along portions
of Central Blvd. and Gracen Rd.

City of Rincon
Incorporated:                            1927
Population:                              4,376
Total Area:                                        6.7 square miles
Web Site: www.cityofrincon.com

Contact Information:
Address: 302 S. Columbia Ave., Rincon, GA 31326
Phone: 912-826-5745                  Fax: 912-826-2083
Email: whendrix(at)cityofrincon.com

City of Rincon – Rincon is Effingham’s largest city with over 4,300 residents, and Effingham County’s largest retail center. Within the last 12 months, the city has seen record development of several new retail outlets, including a number of nationally recognized stores at Ft. Howard Square, construction of a new Lowe’s, Walgreens, CVS and others. These new retail investments total over $25 million and have brought 250 new jobs to the area.

Rincon Community Events - Rincon hosts a number of Special Events each year.
July 4th - Parade
Sept. 1 - Heritage Day Festival - Jeruslam Lutheran Church
Dec. - Lion's Christmas Parade
Events for 2008 will be posted as they are announced by City of Rincon officials. Go to www.cityofrincon.com for details.

Areas of Interest::

New Ebenezer Retreat & Conference Center 
2887 Ebenezer Rd. Rincon, GA 31326
Phone: 912-754-9242
www.newebenezer.org 
For information on Ebenezer Alive: http://www.newebenezer.org/ebenezer-alive.htm

Georgia Salzsburger Society Museum & Gifts
Museum Hours: Wed., Sat. and Sun. 3 p.m.-5 p.m. 2980 Ebenezer Rd.
or by appointment Rincon, GA 312326 Phone:912-754-9001
For more information go to: www.georgiasalzburgers.com

City of Springfield               (County Seat)
Incorporated:                               1838
Population:                                  1,821
Total Area:                                            2.3 square miles
Web Site: www.cityofspringfield.com

Contact Information:
Address: 130 S. Laurel Street, Springfield, GA 31329
Phone: 912-754-6666                       Fax: 912-754-7261
Email: gpaquet(at)cityofspringfield.com

Springfield – This quaint community of 1,800 residents is the County Seat for Effingham. Steeped in a rich history, Springfield offers a friendly small town atmosphere that personifies the region.

Springfield Community Events:
April 18 & 19 - Olde Effingham Days
July 4th - Fireworks
Oct. - Effingham County Fair
Events will be posted as they are announced by City of Springfield officials.
Contact: gpaquet(at)cityofspringfield.com

Springfield Areas of Interest:

Effingham Museum & Living History Site
Hours: Mon. – Fri. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sun. 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.
1002 Pine St., Springfield, GA 31329
Phone: 912-754-2170

Veterans Park
Hwy. 21 South and W. First St., Springfield, GA 31329

(Source: State of Georgia – http://georgia.gov