Madison County Map, Florida, U.S.

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Map of Madison County - Madison County is a county located in the U.S. state of Florida. It's county seat is Madison. Madison County Map showing cities, highways, important places and water bodies.

Map of Madison County, Florida

Map of Madison County, Florida

About Madison County Map, Florida: The map showing the county boundary, county seat, major cities, highways, water bodies and neighbouring counties.

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  • About Madison County, Florida

    Madison County is located in the north-central part of Florida, in the state of the United States. The county was established in 1827 and was named after James Madison, the fourth President of the United States. The county seat and largest city is Madison. Madison County is primarily rural and is known for its agricultural production, forested landscapes, and small-town communities.

    Population

    According to the United States Census Bureau, the population of Madison County is 18,649 as recorded in the 2020 Census, and the population density is approximately 27 people per square mile.

    Area and Geography

    According to the United States Census Bureau, Madison County covers a total area of approximately 716 square miles (about 1,854 square kilometers), including about 696 square miles (1,803 square kilometers) of land and 20 square miles (52 square kilometers) of water. The county features farmland, pine forests, rivers, and rolling terrain typical of inland North Florida.

    Bordering Counties

    Madison County shares boundaries with Georgia to the north, Hamilton County to the east, Suwannee County to the southeast, Lafayette County to the south, Taylor County to the southwest, and Jefferson County to the west.

    Major Cities and Communities

    Major cities and towns include Madison, Greenville, Lee, and Pinetta.

    Attractions and Recreation

    Madison County offers outdoor recreation opportunities including fishing, boating, and camping along local rivers and forested areas. The county’s agricultural heritage and historic downtown Madison reflect its rural character.

    Transportation

    Madison County is served by Interstate 10, which runs east-west across the county, and U.S. Highway 90, providing regional connectivity within North Florida. These routes connect the county to neighboring communities and states.

    Explore more counties in Florida Counties or view the complete USA States Map section for additional geographic information.

    Sources:

    Population and area data sourced from the United States Census Bureau (2020 Census). General county information referenced from the Official Madison County Government Website.

    Facts about Madison County, Florida

    CountryUnited States
    StateFlorida
    RegionNorth Florida
    County SeatMadison
    Named AfterJames Madison
    Established1827
    Organized1827
    Coordinates30.4704° N, 83.4126° W
    Total Area695 sq mi
    Land Area692 sq mi
    Water Area3 sq mi
    Population (2020)18,903
    Population RankSmall, rural county in North Florida
    Major CityMadison
    Main IndustriesAgriculture, Forestry, Manufacturing, Public Services
    Major AirportMadison County Airport
    Time ZoneEastern Time (UTC−05:00)
    Known ForSuwannee River, rural landscapes, historic downtown Madison
    Websitehttps://www.madisonfl.org

    Ctities in Madison county

    City NameTypePopulation (2020)Pop. DensityAreaIncorporated
    GreenvilleTown746 1.3 sq mi (3.4 km2)1907
    LeeTown375 1.2 sq mi (3.2 km2)1909
    MadisonCity2,912 2.5 sq mi (6.7 km2)1945
    GurleyTown816231.8/sq mi (89.5/km2)3.52 sq mi (9.1 km2) 
    New HopeCity2,889333.6/sq mi (128.8/km2)8.66 sq mi (22.4 km2) 
    Owens Cross RoadsCity2,594312.5/sq mi (120.7/km2)8.3 sq mi (21.5 km2) 
    TrianaTown2,8902,312.0/sq mi (892.7/km2)1.25 sq mi (3.2 km2) 
    MadisonCity56,9331,924.1/sq mi (742.9/km2)29.59 sq mi (76.6 km2) 
    HuntsvilleCity215,0061,028.5/sq mi (397.1/km2)209.05 sq mi (541.4 km2)

    Top Attractions in Madison County, Florida

    • Madison Blue Spring State Park – Clear spring swimming.
    • Suwannee River – Canoeing, fishing, and scenic views.
    • Downtown Madison – Historic shops and charm.
    • Madison County Courthouse – Historic courthouse landmark.
    • Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park – Family camping and activities.
    • Cherry Lake – Fishing and outdoor recreation.
    • Four Freedoms Trail – Walking trail and memorials.
    • North Florida College Area – Cultural and community events.
    • Rural Farmland Drives – Scenic countryside views.
    • Local Nature Trails – Walking and wildlife viewing.

    Highways in Madison

    Interstate 10, US 19/27, US 90, US 221, State Road 6, State Road 14, State Road 53, State Road 145.

    Nearest Airports

    Nearest airport of Madison is Valdosta Regional Airport (VLD / KVLD).