Jefferson County
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- Population
- 15,091
- Area
- 598.08 sq mi (1,549.02 km²), 74.54 sq mi water
- Median age
- 47.6
- Households
- 5,751
- Persons per household
- 2.4
- Median household income
- $61,212
- Median house value
- $232,600
Demographics: 2020–2024 ACS
Jefferson County, nestled in the northern part of Florida's Panhandle, is rich in both history and natural beauty. The county seat, Monticello, with its charming downtown and historic architecture, offers a glimpse into the past. For those who enjoy the outdoors, Jefferson County provides ample opportunities for fishing, hunting, hiking, and kayaking. The county's natural beauty is a major draw, attracting visitors and residents alike. Beyond recreation, Jefferson County boasts a thriving agricultural industry. Farms throughout the county produce a variety of crops and livestock.
Cities & Towns in Jefferson County
Local News
Monticello News / ECB Publishing
Published 19 hours agoJefferson Pregnancy Center offers resources for local families
Story Submitted Since April 2025, Mondays on the Monticello Church of the Nazarene property have been a little busier. From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. every Monday, the nonprofit Jefferson Pregnancy Center...
Greene Publishing (Madison County Carrier)
Published October 02Debbie Snapp’s Snapphappy Cat Sanctuary
Autumn Raulerson reporter2@greenepublishing.com Snapp’s Snapphappy Cat Sanctuary is a thriving 15-acre sanctuary and 501(c)(3) nonprofit in Jefferson County that provides food, shelter and medical care to countless cats that would be otherwise...
Monticello News / ECB Publishing
Published October 01Let them shine, let them shine, let them shine!
Rev. John Hicks Guest Columnist There are times in our lives when we have opportunities to reach out and touch people in special ways. October is one of those months which gives...
Monticello News / ECB Publishing
Published October 01SnappHappy Feral Cat Sanctuary never says “no”
Autumn Raulerson ECB Publishing, Inc. Debbie Snapp’s SnappHappy Feral Cat Sanctuary is a thriving 15-acre sanctuary and 501(c)(3) nonprofit in Jefferson County that provides food, shelter and medical care to countless cats...
Monticello News / ECB Publishing
Published October 01Spread the word and peanut butter!
It's time for the annual UF/IFAS Extension Peanut Butter Challenge! Donations locations include UF/IFAS Extension Office, Trophy Creek, Renasant Bank, Tupelo's, Gulf Coast Lumber, Jefferson County K-12, Aucilla Christian Academy Franklin Academy and...