Bolton, Mississippi facts for kids
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Bolton, Mississippi
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Location of Bolton, Mississippi
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 Bolton, Mississippi
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Mississippi |
| County | Hinds |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.52 sq mi (3.93 km2) |
| • Land | 1.52 sq mi (3.93 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 226 ft (69 m) |
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| • Total | 441 |
| • Density | 290.32/sq mi (112.08/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
39041
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| Area code(s) | 601 |
| FIPS code | 28-07540 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2405299 |
Bolton is a small town located in Hinds County, Mississippi, in the United States. In 2020, about 441 people lived there. It is part of the larger Jackson area.
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Exploring Bolton's Location and Size
Bolton is found in the northern part of Hinds County. It sits in a valley near Bakers Creek. This creek is part of the Big Black River system.
How to Get to Bolton
Interstate 20 (I-20) runs through the northern part of Bolton. You can get into town from Exit 27. If you drive east on I-20, you will reach Jackson, the state capital, in about 18 miles. Driving west for about 25 miles will take you to Vicksburg.
Bolton's Land Area
According to the United States Census Bureau, Bolton covers a total area of about 3.9 square kilometers. All of this area is land, with no water.
Understanding Bolton's Population
The number of people living in Bolton has changed over the years. Here is a look at the population from different census counts:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1880 | 440 | — | |
| 1900 | 600 | — | |
| 1910 | 632 | 5.3% | |
| 1920 | 494 | −21.8% | |
| 1930 | 441 | −10.7% | |
| 1940 | 627 | 42.2% | |
| 1950 | 741 | 18.2% | |
| 1960 | 797 | 7.6% | |
| 1970 | 787 | −1.3% | |
| 1980 | 664 | −15.6% | |
| 1990 | 637 | −4.1% | |
| 2000 | 629 | −1.3% | |
| 2010 | 567 | −9.9% | |
| 2020 | 441 | −22.2% | |
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Bolton's Population in 2020
The 2020 United States census counted 441 people living in Bolton. There were 271 households and 201 families in the town.
Racial Makeup in 2020
The census also looks at the different groups of people living in a town. Here is a breakdown of the racial makeup in Bolton in 2020:
| Race | Number of People | Percentage |
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| White (not Hispanic or Latino) | 112 | 25.4% |
| Black or African American (not Hispanic or Latino) | 320 | 72.56% |
| Other/Mixed | 6 | 1.36% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 3 | 0.68% |
Bolton's Population in 2010
In the 2010 United States Census, there were 567 people living in Bolton. Most of the people (73.2%) were Black. About 26.3% were White. A small number (0.4%) were from two or more races. About 0.2% of the people were Hispanic or Latino.
Education in Bolton
Students in Bolton attend schools managed by the Hinds County School District. Younger students go to Bolton/Edwards Elementary-Middle School. Older students attend Raymond High School in Raymond.
The town also has a public library. The Annie Thompson Jeffers Library is part of the Jackson/Hinds Library System.
Famous People from Bolton
Many interesting people have come from Bolton, Mississippi. These include:
- Bo Carter, an early blues singer and guitarist.
- Sam Chatmon, a talented Delta blues guitarist.
- Robert Crook, a lawyer and politician from Mississippi.
- Deborah Butler Dixon, who served in the Mississippi House of Representatives.
- Sasha Goodlett, a professional basketball player.
- Cleveland Green, a former player in the NFL for the Miami Dolphins.
- Alan Huffman, a writer and journalist known for his book Mississippi in Africa.
- Charley Patton, an important early blues musician.
- Calvin Smith, an Olympic athlete who won gold and bronze medals.
- Lucille Spann, a well-known Chicago Blues singer.
- Bennie Thompson, a member of the United States House of Representatives.
- Cap Tyson, a player in the Negro league baseball.
- Walter Vinson, a Memphis blues singer, guitarist, and songwriter.
See also
In Spanish: Bolton (Misisipi) para niños
