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Overview of Taylor County, Florida

Original title: Taylor County, Florida - Wikipedia
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This document provides the official baseline data for Taylor County's population, land area, and administrative history, which informs local governance and regional planning.

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Summary

This document provides a factual overview of Taylor County, Florida, including its history, geography, and demographic data. It serves as a general reference for the county's administrative and physical characteristics.

Key Facts

  • Taylor County was established on December 23, 1856, from Madison County.
  • The county seat is Perry, Florida.
  • The total area of the county is 1,232 square miles, consisting of 1,043 square miles of land and 189 square miles of water.
  • The 2020 U.S. Census recorded the county population at 21,796.
  • The 2025 population estimate for the county is 21,210.
  • The county is located in Florida's 2nd Congressional District.
  • The county is designated as the 'Tree Capital of the South' since 1965.
  • The county is named after Zachary Taylor, the 12th President of the United States.
  • The county is situated in the Eastern Time Zone (UTC-5, or UTC-4 during Daylight Saving Time).
  • Adjacent counties include Jefferson, Madison, Lafayette, and Dixie.

Why It Matters

This document provides the official baseline data for Taylor County's population, land area, and administrative history, which informs local governance and regional planning.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Taylor County located?
Taylor County is located in the region of northern Florida.
What is the county seat of Taylor County?
The is Perry, Florida.
When was Taylor County founded?
Taylor County was created on December 23, 1856.

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Simultaneous County Creation

Taylor County and Lafayette County were both created from Madison County on the same day, December 23, 1856.

Taylor CountyLafayette CountyMadison County

Connected Entities

locationPerry“The county seat of Taylor County.”Map →
locationTaylor County“The subject of the document.”Map →
personW. Haydon Burns“Former Governor of Florida who designated the county as the 'Tree Capital of the”Map →
personWilliam Strickland“Leader of the 'Royal Rangers' during the American Civil War.”Map →
personZachary Taylor“The 12th U.S. President for whom the county is named.”Map →

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