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Eatonton, GA

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Population
6,749
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
569 ft
Median Home Value
$167,400
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$954/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$56,250
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
Overall rating out of 100

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About Eatonton

Eatonton sits in the heart of Georgia’s Lake Country, positioned right between Madison and Milledgeville. Home to around 6,300 residents, this historic Putnam County seat offers a relaxed small-town feel surrounded by rolling farmland and scenic waterfronts. With Lake Oconee to the north and Lake Sinclair to the south, residents enjoy quick access to boating, fishing, and peaceful lakeside living.

Putnam County Courthouse, Eatonton, GA

Downtown Eatonton features a classic courthouse square, leafy residential streets, and local gathering spots like the Plaza Arts Center. Community traditions run deep here, especially during the annual Dairy Festival that brings neighbors together for parades, crafts, and live music. For newcomers seeking quiet Southern charm, friendly neighbors, and plenty of time on the water, Eatonton offers an easy place to settle down.

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Lower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0ratingBright SkiesA95.8ratingNearby Hospital Emergency DepartmentsA94.2rating

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