Aragon, Georgia facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
The City of Aragon
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Street in Aragon
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Location in Polk County and the state of Georgia
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| Country | United States | ||
| State | Georgia | ||
| County | Polk | ||
| Established | December 1899 | ||
| Government | |||
| • Type | Mayor-Council | ||
| Area | |||
| • Total | 1.11 sq mi (2.87 km2) | ||
| • Land | 1.09 sq mi (2.82 km2) | ||
| • Water | 0.02 sq mi (0.05 km2) | ||
| Elevation | 741 ft (226 m) | ||
| Population
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| • Total | 1,571 | ||
| • Density | 1,323.53/sq mi (510.97/km2) | ||
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) | ||
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) | ||
| ZIP code |
30104
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| Area codes | 770/678/470 | ||
| FIPS code | 13-02592 | ||
| GNIS feature ID | 0354383 | ||
Aragon is a small city in Polk County, Georgia, United States. It is a friendly place where people live and work. In 2020, about 1,440 people called Aragon home.
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History
How Aragon Got Its Name
Aragon got its name from a special mineral called aragonite. This mineral was found in the area. A post office opened in Aragon in 1899. The city officially became a city in 1914.
Past and Present
Aragon used to have a large mill. This mill was an important part of the city's history. Today, the mill is closed. In 2008, a very strong storm, an EF3 tornado, hit the northern part of the city. Sadly, two people lost their lives.
Geography
Where is Aragon Located?
Aragon is located in the state of Georgia. You can find it at these coordinates: 34 degrees, 2 minutes, 43 seconds North and 85 degrees, 3 minutes, 27 seconds West.
Size of the City
The city of Aragon is not very big. It covers a total area of about 2.82 square kilometers (1.09 square miles). All of this area is land.
Demographics
Population Changes Over Time
The number of people living in Aragon has changed over the years. Here is a quick look at how the population has grown:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1950 | 1,272 | — | |
| 1960 | 1,023 | −19.6% | |
| 1980 | 855 | — | |
| 1990 | 899 | 5.1% | |
| 2000 | 1,039 | 15.6% | |
| 2010 | 1,249 | 20.2% | |
| 2020 | 1,440 | 15.3% | |
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Aragon was first counted as a city in the 1980 U.S. Census. Before that, it was considered a smaller community.
Who Lives in Aragon?
In 2020, there were 1,440 people living in Aragon. These people lived in 505 households. A household is a group of people living together in one home. About 357 of these households were families.
The people in Aragon come from different backgrounds. Most residents are White. There are also people who identify as Black or African American, Native American, Asian, and people of mixed races. Some residents are also of Hispanic or Latino origin.
Daily Life in Aragon
In Aragon, about 27% of the people are under 18 years old. This means there are many kids and teenagers in the city. The average age of people in Aragon is 34 years old.
The average income for a family in Aragon was about $39,167. This helps us understand the economic situation of the city's residents.
See also
In Spanish: Aragon (Georgia) para niños
