Brooklet, Georgia facts for kids
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Brooklet, Georgia
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Location in Bulloch County and the state of Georgia
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| Country | United States | |
| State | Georgia | |
| County | Bulloch | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 3.37 sq mi (8.72 km2) | |
| • Land | 3.29 sq mi (8.53 km2) | |
| • Water | 0.07 sq mi (0.19 km2) | |
| Elevation | 151 ft (46 m) | |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 1,704 | |
| • Density | 517.30/sq mi (199.73/km2) | |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) | |
| ZIP code |
30415
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| Area code(s) | 912 | |
| FIPS code | 13-11000 | |
| GNIS feature ID | 0311827 | |
| Website | https://cityofbrooklet.org/ | |
Brooklet is a city in Bulloch County, Georgia, United States. It is located about 9 miles (14 km) east of Statesboro. In 2020, the city had a population of 1,704 people.
Brooklet is home to the Southeast Bulloch School system. It is also located along US Highway 80. The city was officially made a town by the Georgia General Assembly in 1906.
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Where is Brooklet Located?
Brooklet is located in the state of Georgia. Its exact location is 32°22′56″N 81°39′53″W.
The city covers a total area of about 3.37 square miles (8.7 square kilometers). Most of this area, about 3.29 square miles (8.5 square kilometers), is land. A small part, about 0.07 square miles (0.2 square kilometers), is water.
What is the Climate Like?
The climate in Brooklet, Georgia, is generally warm. Summers are hot and humid, while winters are mild. The city gets a good amount of rain throughout the year.
| Climate data for Brooklet, Georgia (1991–2020 normals, extremes 1925–present) | |||||||||||||
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| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Year |
| Record high °F (°C) | 87 (31) |
86 (30) |
94 (34) |
98 (37) |
102 (39) |
106 (41) |
109 (43) |
107 (42) |
107 (42) |
99 (37) |
93 (34) |
86 (30) |
109 (43) |
| Mean maximum °F (°C) | 76.0 (24.4) |
78.6 (25.9) |
83.5 (28.6) |
88.7 (31.5) |
94.0 (34.4) |
97.6 (36.4) |
98.2 (36.8) |
97.9 (36.6) |
94.0 (34.4) |
88.0 (31.1) |
82.5 (28.1) |
77.1 (25.1) |
99.6 (37.6) |
| Mean daily maximum °F (°C) | 60.7 (15.9) |
64.2 (17.9) |
71.0 (21.7) |
78.5 (25.8) |
85.9 (29.9) |
90.6 (32.6) |
92.8 (33.8) |
91.7 (33.2) |
86.8 (30.4) |
79.4 (26.3) |
70.0 (21.1) |
62.8 (17.1) |
77.9 (25.5) |
| Daily mean °F (°C) | 49.1 (9.5) |
52.2 (11.2) |
58.5 (14.7) |
65.6 (18.7) |
73.7 (23.2) |
79.9 (26.6) |
82.2 (27.9) |
81.3 (27.4) |
76.5 (24.7) |
67.5 (19.7) |
57.6 (14.2) |
51.4 (10.8) |
66.3 (19.1) |
| Mean daily minimum °F (°C) | 37.5 (3.1) |
40.2 (4.6) |
46.0 (7.8) |
52.8 (11.6) |
61.5 (16.4) |
69.2 (20.7) |
71.6 (22.0) |
70.9 (21.6) |
66.3 (19.1) |
55.5 (13.1) |
45.1 (7.3) |
40.0 (4.4) |
54.7 (12.6) |
| Mean minimum °F (°C) | 22.6 (−5.2) |
26.1 (−3.3) |
30.3 (−0.9) |
39.5 (4.2) |
49.1 (9.5) |
62.0 (16.7) |
67.1 (19.5) |
64.7 (18.2) |
55.0 (12.8) |
40.6 (4.8) |
30.7 (−0.7) |
26.3 (−3.2) |
20.4 (−6.4) |
| Record low °F (°C) | 1 (−17) |
14 (−10) |
15 (−9) |
30 (−1) |
40 (4) |
49 (9) |
57 (14) |
55 (13) |
35 (2) |
29 (−2) |
13 (−11) |
7 (−14) |
1 (−17) |
| Average precipitation inches (mm) | 3.60 (91) |
3.77 (96) |
3.72 (94) |
3.27 (83) |
3.18 (81) |
5.62 (143) |
4.75 (121) |
6.33 (161) |
4.05 (103) |
2.64 (67) |
2.66 (68) |
3.39 (86) |
46.98 (1,193) |
| Average precipitation days | 7.7 | 7.4 | 6.7 | 6.3 | 6.8 | 10.2 | 10.4 | 10.3 | 7.4 | 5.3 | 5.3 | 7.4 | 91.2 |
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How Many People Live in Brooklet?
The number of people living in Brooklet has grown over the years. Here's how the population has changed:
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1910 | 361 | — | |
| 1920 | 600 | 66.2% | |
| 1930 | 536 | −10.7% | |
| 1940 | 503 | −6.2% | |
| 1950 | 536 | 6.6% | |
| 1960 | 557 | 3.9% | |
| 1970 | 683 | 22.6% | |
| 1980 | 1,035 | 51.5% | |
| 1990 | 1,013 | −2.1% | |
| 2000 | 1,113 | 9.9% | |
| 2010 | 1,395 | 25.3% | |
| 2020 | 1,704 | 22.2% | |
| 2023 (est.) | 2,063 | 47.9% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census | |||
As of the 2020 census, there were 1,704 people living in Brooklet. These people made up 699 households, with 492 of them being families.
Who Lives in Brooklet?
The people living in Brooklet come from different backgrounds. Here's a look at the racial makeup of the city in 2020:
| Race | Number of People | Percentage |
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| White (not Hispanic) | 1,331 | 78.11% |
| Black or African American (not Hispanic) | 219 | 12.85% |
| Native American | 7 | 0.41% |
| Asian | 7 | 0.41% |
| Pacific Islander | 1 | 0.06% |
| Other/Mixed Race | 74 | 4.34% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 65 | 3.81% |
What is the Peanut Festival?
The Brooklet Peanut Festival is a fun event held every year. It takes place on the third Saturday of September.
The first festival was in 1990. It brought about 2,000 people to the town. Money raised helped create a town park with benches, a gazebo, and a fountain. This park was officially given to Brooklet at the 6th festival in 1995.
The festival has many exciting activities:
- An annual parade
- A beauty pageant
- A Peanut Run race
- Booths with food and crafts
- Live entertainment
- A slow tractor race
The festival has become more popular each year.
Peanut Festival Parade
The parade route is about 2 miles (3 km) long. Many local schools, groups, and businesses take part in the parade.
Peanut Festival Beauty Pageant
The beauty pageant has many age groups for contestants. These range from babies (0–6 months) up to adults (16 years and over). The person who wins in the 16 and over category is crowned Miss Peanut Queen.
Peanut Run Race
The Brooklet Peanut Run is a 5K (3.1-mile) race. It used to be held on the same day as the festival. Now, it takes place in August, while the festival is in September. The race starts and finishes at Brooklet Elementary School. Around 300 people usually join the race each year.
Festival Entertainment
The festival offers live and free entertainment. Past performers include the Southern Dance Academy and the Southeast Bulloch High School band. Many local bands also perform.
Tractor Races
The slow tractor race is a unique event. Tractors try to go as slowly as possible. The last tractor to cross the finish line wins! There's also a Kiddie Pedal Tractor race for children. They race small, pedal-powered tractors.
Who are Some Famous People from Brooklet?
- Cecil B. Day: He was the person who started Days Inn hotels.
- Jan Tankersley: She is a member of the Georgia House of Representatives. She also used to be a member of the Brooklet City Council.
See also
In Spanish: Brooklet (Georgia) para niños
