Troup County

Troup County is an administrative division in West Central Georgia that combines urban communities with rural areas. The landscape includes sections of a major lake along the western edge, and several towns distribute population throughout the territory.

The Georgia General Assembly established this county in 1826, naming it after George Troup, a former governor of Georgia. The creation marked part of the state's administrative expansion during the early 1800s.

The county maintains eleven elementary schools, three middle schools, and five high schools, serving approximately 11,779 students through its educational system.

LaGrange serves as the main hub and county seat, while Hogansville and West Point offer additional services and attractions. Planning a visit should focus on these three towns as starting points for exploring the wider area.

The county connects with Chambers County, Alabama across the state line through shared economic and business ties. This cross-border relationship demonstrates how regional commerce operates beyond administrative boundaries.

Location: Georgia

Inception: June 8, 1825

Capital city: LaGrange

Shares border with: Heard County, Harris County, Coweta County, Meriwether County, Chambers County, Randolph County

Website: http://troupcountyga.org

GPS coordinates: 33.03000,-85.03000

Latest update: December 7, 2025 10:01