Baker County
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- Population
- 28,430
- Area
- 585.23 sq mi (1,515.74 km²), 3.74 sq mi water
- Median age
- 38.1
- Households
- 9,165
- Persons per household
- 2.8
- Median household income
- $79,836
- Median house value
- $256,700
Demographics: 2020–2024 ACS
Nestled in Northeast Florida, Baker County borders Georgia and boasts a rich history dating back to 1861. Macclenny serves as the county seat. With the St. Marys River gracing its northern border, Baker County offers outdoor enthusiasts opportunities for fishing, boating, and exploration. Nature lovers will find solace in Osceola National Forest, encompassing a sizable portion of the county and providing ample opportunities for hiking, camping, and wildlife viewing.
Cities & Towns in Baker County
Local News
Bradford County Telegraph
Published September 29Bradford FFA’s Lemire enters speech contest
BY EMMA DRAKE Bradford FFA Chapters Reporter Bradford FFA’s Koledon “K.B.” Lemire participated in a Florida Farm Bureau speech contest held at Christian Temple Church Fellowship Hall in Macclenny on Sept. 10. Lemire’s speech focused on invasive species, specifically invasive hogs…
Palatka Daily News
Published September 19Prep football: Wildcats follow Blue Devils script, run way past Panthers, 22-7
Somehow, it was as if the Baker County High School football coaches and players watched Palatka’s 35-0 loss to Clay on tape rather intently. In that game, Clay’s Blue Devils dominated the front line and went for 264 yards rushing in a 35-0 triumph. The Wildcats may not have…
Palatka Daily News
Published September 17Football Friday: Week 5
BAKER COUNTY (3-1) AT PALATKA (1-3) When, where: 7:00, Friday, at Bennett-Cooper Field at Veterans Memorial Stadium. (Radio: WIYD-AM/FM, 1260/104.9). Series: Palatka leads series, 10-1, but Baker County won the last meeting, 28-21, in 2018. Last week’s results: Baker County…
Jacksonville Today
Published August 31State expands bear hunt permits and adds private lands
The bear hunt is set for Dec. 5 to 27 in four areas, including Baker, Clay, Putnam and St. Johns counties.