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Rains County


Origin of the Name

Rains County got its name from Emory Rains (1800–1878), a state senator and surveyor who played a significant role in the development of the future county.

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County Seat Emory

Established 1870

Population 12,164

Median Age 47.3

Land Area 229.45 sq mi

Water Area 29.37 sq mi

Total Area 258.83 sq mi

Percent Rural 100%

Latitude, Longitude 32.9009° N, 95.7721° W