Cities, Towns and Villages in Banks County, Georgia

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A complete list of Cities, Towns and Villages in Banks County, Georgia

Banks County, located in the northeastern part of Georgia, is a vibrant community, and historical significance. Established on December 11, 1858, the county was named in honor of Dr. Richard Banks, a local physician and renowned leader.

List of Cities, Towns, and Villages in Banks County, Georgia:

Cities

  1. Homer
  2. Maysville
  3. Alto
  4. Lula

Towns

  1. Arp
  2. Banks Crossing
  3. Carlan
  4. Erastus
  5. Hebron

Villages

  1. Jewelville
  2. Uvena
  3. Pinefield Crossroads
  4. Hollingsworth

Quick Facts

Here is a table of quick facts about Banks County, Georgia

Fact Information
County Seat Homer
Established December 11, 1858
Named For Dr. Richard Banks, a local physician and leader
Population Approximately 19,000 (as of the last update)
Official Website https://www.bankscountyga.org/

 

Banks County, Georgia map and seal
Banks County, Georgia map and seal

 

What is Banks County known for?

  • Banks County is the home of the Atlanta Dragway, located near Banks Crossing. Banks County is also known for being the home of the former world’s largest Easter egg hunt.

What towns are in Banks County Georgia?

  • Homer, which replaced New Lebanon as the county seat, was incorporated in 1859, and is reported to have been named after Homer Jackson, an early settler. Parts of other incorporated towns lie in the county: Alto (once known as Lulah), Baldwin, Gillsville, Lula, and Maysville.

Are there towns is Banks County?

  • Banks County is a county located in the northeastern part of the U.S. state of Georgia. As of the 2020 census, the population was 18,035, down from 18,395 in 2010. The county seat is Homer.

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