Callahan, Florida facts for kids
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Callahan, Florida
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| Town of Callahan | |
Downtown Callahan
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| Motto(s):
"Cross Roads to the Future"
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Location in Nassau County and the state of Florida
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Florida |
| County | Nassau |
| Incorporated | 1911 |
| Government | |
| • Type | Commission-Manager |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.81 sq mi (4.69 km2) |
| • Land | 1.81 sq mi (4.69 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 20 ft (6 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 1,526 |
| • Density | 843.56/sq mi (325.72/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
32011
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| Area code(s) | 904 |
| FIPS code | 12-09700 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0279841 |
Callahan is a friendly town located in Nassau County, Florida. It's right next to Duval County. In 2020, about 1,526 people lived here. Callahan is also part of the larger Jacksonville area. It's known for hosting the Northeast Florida Fair!
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A Glimpse into Callahan's Past
Callahan has a cool history! A long time ago, during the American Revolutionary War, a battle called the Battle of Alligator Bridge happened near here on June 30, 1778. This was a big fight in an effort to take over British East Florida. The Town of Callahan officially became a town in 1911.
Where is Callahan?
Callahan is located in a part of Florida known as the First Coast. Its exact location is 30°33′39″N 81°49′51″W / 30.56083°N 81.83083°W. The town covers about 1.81 square miles (4.69 square kilometers) of land.
Callahan's Weather
The weather in Callahan is usually warm and sunny. It has a humid subtropical climate, which means it has hot, humid summers and winters that are generally mild.
Who Lives in Callahan?
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1920 | 511 | — | |
| 1930 | 637 | 24.7% | |
| 1940 | 685 | 7.5% | |
| 1950 | 722 | 5.4% | |
| 1960 | 782 | 8.3% | |
| 1970 | 772 | −1.3% | |
| 1980 | 869 | 12.6% | |
| 1990 | 946 | 8.9% | |
| 2000 | 962 | 1.7% | |
| 2010 | 1,123 | 16.7% | |
| 2020 | 1,526 | 35.9% | |
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The number of people living in Callahan has grown over the years. In 2010, there were 1,123 people, and by 2020, the population grew to 1,526.
A Look at the Population
In 2020, there were 1,526 people living in Callahan. These people made up 565 households and 396 families. Most residents were White (82.70%), followed by Black or African American (7.21%). About 4% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
Learning in Callahan
The Nassau County School District helps educate students in Callahan.
Public Schools
- Callahan Elementary School and Callahan Intermediate School teach students from kindergarten to 5th grade.
- Callahan Middle School is for students in grades 6 to 8.
- West Nassau High School serves students from 9th to 12th grade.
Private School
- SonShine Christian Academy is a private school that teaches students from Pre-Kindergarten all the way through 12th grade. It is connected with the Assembly of God church.
Library
If you love to read, Callahan has its own branch of the Nassau County Public Library! It's a great place to find books and learn new things.
Getting Around Callahan
Callahan is a hub for travel, with several important roads and railroads passing through it.
Roads
Many major roads meet in Callahan, making it easy to get to other places. These include US 1, US 23, and US 301. Also, Florida State Road A1A and Florida State Road 200 start or pass through here. These roads connect Callahan to cities like Jacksonville and even other states.
US 1 / US 23 (New Kings Road)
US 301 (First Avenue)
SR A1A (First Avenue)
SR 115 (Lem Turner Road)
SR 200 (First Avenue)
CR 108 (Saint George Road /North Brandies Avenue)
CR 115 (Kings Road)
Railroads
Two important railroad lines run through Callahan:
- The CSX Nahunta Subdivision goes from Jacksonville to Savannah, Georgia.
- The CSX Callahan Subdivision goes south to a junction in Baldwin.
Air Travel
The Hilliard Airpark is a small airstrip nearby. It's mainly for personal planes and can also be used by helicopters for emergencies.
Fire Department
Nassau County Fire Rescue has Station 50 located right in Callahan, ready to help keep everyone safe.
Famous People from Callahan
Callahan has been home to some talented athletes!
- Howie Kendrick is a former professional baseball player who played for teams like the Anaheim Angels and Washington Nationals.
- Frank Murphy was a professional American football player for teams such as the Chicago Bears and Houston Texans.
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