Baker County Map, Florida
Explore the definitive interactive map and reference guide to Baker County, Florida. With a population of 28,259 living across 585 square miles of land, Baker County is one of 8 counties in the Northeast Florida region. The county seat is Macclenny, and the county carries the FIPS identifier 12003 in U.S. Census and USGS datasets.
A rural, forested county on Jacksonville's western edge, Baker is dominated by the Osceola National Forest and pine flatwoods. Macclenny sits along the I-10/US-90 corridor and functions as the commercial center.
Baker County at a glance
A concise reference summary of Baker County's key statistics — useful for research, real estate, relocation, travel planning, GIS workflows, journalism, and civics education.
- Official name
- Baker County
- County seat
- Macclenny
- FIPS code
- 12003
- Region
- Northeast Florida
- Established
- 1861
- Named for
- James McNair Baker, Confederate senator and Florida judge.
- Land area
- 585 sq mi
- Water area
- 3 sq mi
- Total area
- 588 sq mi
- Population (2020)
- 28,259
- Population density
- 48 / sq mi
- Time zone
- Eastern Time
Where is Baker County, Florida?
Baker County is located in the Northeast Florida region of Florida, one of 67 counties that make up the state. Its county seat, Macclenny, is the administrative hub — home to the courthouse, county commission chambers, tax collector, property appraiser, supervisor of elections, and clerk of the circuit court.
The county spans a total of 588 square miles — 585 of land and 3 of water — and operates on Eastern Time. Federal agencies including the U.S. Census Bureau, USGS, and FEMA reference the county by its FIPS code, 12003, in datasets, boundary files, and hazard mapping.
Baker County shares borders with 5 neighboring counties: Nassau County, Duval County, Union County, Bradford County, Columbia County. Use the interactive map above to explore where those boundaries meet or jump directly to any neighboring county page for a side-by-side comparison.
Baker County geography & landscape
Flat pine flatwoods, cypress domes, and the headwaters of the St. Marys River define Baker. The Osceola National Forest covers a large share of the county.
The county's overall footprint — 585 square miles of land plus 3 square miles of water — places it in the mid-range of Florida's 67 counties by area. Elevation across most of Florida is modest, and land-use, drainage basins, and habitat corridors defined by state and federal agencies (Florida Department of Environmental Protection, U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service, and the Water Management Districts) shape how growth and conservation coexist here.
Economy & industry in Baker County
Forestry, agriculture, timber, and correctional employment anchor the local economy, complemented by commuters heading into greater Jacksonville. Small manufacturing and logistics have grown along I-10.
Employment, tax base, and land use in Baker County reflect its location in Northeast Florida and its position in the state's middle tier of population. Economic development authorities, chambers of commerce, and the Florida Department of Economic Opportunity publish updated employer and workforce data for the county on their portals.
History of Baker County
Split from New River County in 1861, Baker saw the Battle of Olustee in nearby Columbia County — the largest Civil War battle in Florida. The Bellamy Road and later the Seaboard Air Line Railroad shaped early settlement patterns.
Established in 1861, Baker County is one of Florida's 19th-century counties. Its boundaries, seat, and government have evolved through territorial, statehood, Reconstruction, and modern eras — a lineage documented by the Florida Historical Society, the State Archives of Florida, and the Baker County Historical Commission or equivalent local body.
Tourism & things to do in Baker County
Ocean Pond Recreation Area, Olustee Battlefield (adjacent), and hunting/fishing in the national forest are the main draws.
Whether you're planning a weekend trip, a longer stay, or a day drive from a neighboring county, Baker County offers a mix of natural, cultural, and community attractions tied to its Northeast Florida identity. For the latest hours, admission fees, and seasonal events, check the county's official tourism development council and the Florida State Parks portal (floridastateparks.org).
Cities, towns & communities in Baker County
Baker County contains the following incorporated cities, towns, and notable census-designated places. Each municipality provides local services, zoning, and police protection within the broader county jurisdiction. Use the ZIP code lookupto jump between Florida counties instantly.
Getting to Baker County
Access routes and regional transportation infrastructure serving Baker County.
- I-10
- US-90
- US-301
- SR-121
- SR-228
- Jacksonville International (JAX) nearby
Baker County GIS, parcel & boundary data
Baker County's authoritative boundary lines, parcel data, zoning layers, flood zones, and land-use inventories are maintained by county government and state agencies. Use the official links in the sidebar for parcel lookups, appraiser searches, and record requests. For statewide GIS, the Florida Geographic Data Library (FGDL) and the Florida Department of Environmental Protection publish downloadable layers keyed to FIPS 12003.
You can download this county's outline as SVG, PNG, or a printable PDF factsheet using the export tools in the sidebar — perfect for reports, presentations, classroom handouts, or planning documents.
Frequently asked about Baker County
Population figures reflect the U.S. Census Bureau 2020 decennial count with ACS 5-year updates where noted. Land and water areas come from the U.S. Census Bureau TIGER/Line boundary files. Highway designations use Florida Department of Transportation route inventories. County establishment dates and namesakes are drawn from the Florida Association of Counties and State Archives of Florida. See our methodology page.
Nearby Florida counties
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