Gadsden County

Gadsden County is a county in north-central Florida that combines farmland, small towns, and villages across its landscape, with Quincy serving as the main administrative hub. The area includes several interconnected communities with local shops, schools, and services distributed throughout.

The county was established in 1832 during the early American settlement of north Florida and named after James Gadsden, a military officer important to the region's development. Its founding marked the beginning of American territorial organization in this part of the state.

The county is Florida's only majority African-American region, and this heritage shapes local traditions, music, art, and community gatherings you encounter throughout the area. Walking through towns and villages, you notice how this cultural identity influences daily life and the character of neighborhoods.

Interstate 10 and US Highway 90 run through the county and connect its communities for driving. Local bus services offer some transportation options, though having a car makes getting around much easier for most activities.

The region was once a major tobacco growing area, and farming operations shaped the local economy across multiple generations and left their mark on the landscape. You can still see traces of this agricultural past in older farm structures and land patterns.

Location: Florida

Inception: June 24, 1832

Capital city: Quincy

Reference: 12-039

Shares border with: Decatur County, Seminole County, Grady County, Leon County, Liberty County, Calhoun County, Jackson County

Website: http://gadsdengov.net

GPS coordinates: 30.58000,-84.61000

Latest update: December 19, 2025 22:46