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Hamilton County


Origin of the Name

Hamilton County was named after James Hamilton Jr., who served as governor of South Carolina from 1830 to 1832 and provided financial aid to the Republic of Texas.

Hamilton County

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County Seat Hamilton

Established 1856

Population 8,222

Median Age 45.0

Land Area 835.92 sq mi

Water Area 0.48 sq mi

Total Area 836.39 sq mi

Percent Rural 100%

Latitude, Longitude 31.6369° N, 98.2213° W