The population and steets of Claxton City can be found in the City Directory of Georgia. The city was incorporated in 1894, with the petition approved by the Tattnall Superior Court. Claxton is a thriving community with many historic buildings and churches. Its growth spurred a railroad station. Although the railroad company initially opposed his plans for a railroad station, W.R. Hendricks was persistent, presenting the railroad with a free water well and a free water pump. In late June of 1890, actual construction began.
The city has a total area of 1.7 square miles (4.5 square kilometers), and is located in the coastal plain region of Georgia. The climate of Claxton is humid subtropical, with warm, humid summers and cool, moderate winters. Winter storms are rare in this area. The population of Claxton is roughly equal to the number of residents in nearby towns. The average household income per household is $19,036.
There are 5 bank branches in Claxton. The most popular one is Glennville Bank, followed by South Georgia Bank. A total of 62,775 people live in Claxton City. The city has a median age of 36. Its population is diverse and has a population of almost 900. A little over 7% of its residents are children. The other one percent of the population is comprised of singles.