Bascom, Florida facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Bascom, Florida
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Location of Bascom in Jackson County, Florida
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Florida |
| County | Jackson |
| Settled | c. Early 1900s |
| Incorporated | 1961 |
| Government | |
| • Type | Mayor-Council |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.24 sq mi (0.62 km2) |
| • Land | 0.24 sq mi (0.62 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 141 ft (43 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 87 |
| • Density | 362.50/sq mi (139.83/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
32423
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| Area code(s) | 850 |
| FIPS code | 12-03725 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0278143 |
Bascom is a small town in Jackson County, Florida, in the United States. It is located in the Florida Panhandle, which is the northwestern part of the state. Bascom is about 5 miles (8 km) south of the Alabama border. In 2020, 87 people lived there.
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Where is Bascom Located?
Bascom is in the northeastern part of Jackson County. You can find it at these coordinates: 30°55′44″N 85°7′1″W / 30.92889°N 85.11694°W.
The town is close to other places in Florida:
- About 4 miles (6 km) southeast of Malone.
- About 5 miles (8 km) northeast of Greenwood.
- About 14 miles (23 km) northeast of Marianna, which is the main city of Jackson County.
Bascom is a very small town in terms of land area. It covers about 0.24 square miles (0.62 square kilometers), and all of it is land.
What is Bascom's Climate Like?
Bascom has a climate known as a humid subtropical climate. This means the summers are hot and humid, and the winters are usually mild.
How Many People Live in Bascom?
The number of people living in Bascom has changed over the years. Here's a quick look at the population from different years:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1970 | 87 | — | |
| 1980 | 134 | 54.0% | |
| 1990 | 90 | −32.8% | |
| 2000 | 106 | 17.8% | |
| 2010 | 121 | 14.2% | |
| 2020 | 87 | −28.1% | |
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Who Lives in Bascom?
The United States Census Bureau collects information about the people living in towns like Bascom. This helps us understand the community better.
In 2020, there were 87 people living in Bascom. These people made up 47 households, and 36 of those were families.
In 2010, there were 121 people in Bascom. At that time, there were 70 households, with 52 of them being families.
Here's a breakdown of the different groups of people living in Bascom in 2010 and 2020:
| Race | Number in 2010 | Number in 2020 | Percentage in 2010 | Percentage in 2020 |
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| White | 105 | 74 | 86.78% | 85.06% |
| Black or African American | 12 | 9 | 9.92% | 10.34% |
| Native American or Alaska Native | 0 | 0 | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Asian | 0 | 0 | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian | 0 | 0 | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Some other race | 0 | 0 | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Two or more races | 0 | 0 | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 4 | 4 | 3.31% | 4.60% |
| Total Population | 121 | 87 |
Who Are Some Famous People from Bascom?
- Henry Bidleman Bascom was a famous preacher who traveled a lot. He also served as a chaplain for the United States Congress. Later, he became the president of Madison College and Transylvania University before becoming a Methodist bishop.
- Faye Dunaway (born in 1941) is a well-known actress.
See also
In Spanish: Bascom (Florida) para niños
