For pre-formatted natality & mortality data please see Vital Statistics Reports (VSR).

For other health data resources please see the Health Data & Info section.

Health Care
In 1999, the number of physicians in Banks County per 10,000 persons was 2.3, compared to the state average of 19.3. For more community indicators, please go to OASIS .

History*

Banks County was created in 1858 from parts of Franklin and Habersham counties. It was named after Dr. Richard E. Banks, a circuit-riding physician who treated settlers and Native Americans of northern Georgia and South Carolina.

The first county courthouse was completed in 1863, constructed of hand-made bricks in the Greek Revival style. It is on the National Register of Historical Places and now serves as a museum and office space.

The northern boundary of Banks County is the Chattahoochee National Forest and much of the county is woodlands.