Chauncey, Georgia facts for kids
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Chauncey, Georgia
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Chauncey City Hall at Old Chauncey School
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Location in Dodge County and the state of Georgia
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| Country | United States |
| State | Georgia |
| County | Dodge |
| Government | |
| • Type | Mayor-Council |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.73 sq mi (4.47 km2) |
| • Land | 1.73 sq mi (4.47 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 308 ft (94 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 289 |
| • Density | 167.44/sq mi (64.66/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
31011
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| Area code(s) | 229, 478 |
| FIPS code | 13-15648 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0312593 |
Chauncey is a small city located in Dodge County, Georgia, in the United States. In 2020, about 289 people lived there. The city grew up around a train station, number twelve, on the old Macon and Brunswick Railroad line.
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History of Chauncey
How Chauncey Became a Town
The "Town of Chauncey" was officially made a city in 1883. This happened when the Georgia General Assembly, which is like Georgia's state government, passed a law to make it a town.
Who Was Chauncey Named After?
The community got its name from William Chauncey. He was a businessperson who worked in the local lumber industry. This means he was involved in cutting down trees and processing wood in the area.
Geography of Chauncey
Where is Chauncey Located?
Chauncey is found in the southeastern part of Dodge County. You can find its exact spot using coordinates: 32 degrees, 6 minutes, 18 seconds North and 83 degrees, 3 minutes, 58 seconds West.
Roads and Nearby Towns
Two main roads, U.S. Routes 23 and 341, go right through the middle of Chauncey. If you travel northwest on these roads for about 9 miles (14.5 kilometers), you will reach Eastman. Eastman is the main town, or county seat, for Dodge County. If you go east for about 10 miles (16 kilometers), you will arrive in McRae.
Land and Water
A small stream called Sugar Creek flows along the southwest edge of the city. According to the United States Census Bureau, Chauncey covers a total area of about 1.73 square miles (4.5 square kilometers). All of this area is land, meaning there are no large lakes or rivers within the city limits.
Population and People of Chauncey
How Many People Live Here?
The population of Chauncey has changed over the years. In 1890, there were 683 people. By 2020, the population was 289 people. This information comes from the U.S. Decennial Census, which counts everyone in the United States every ten years.
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1890 | 683 | — | |
| 1900 | 422 | −38.2% | |
| 1910 | 350 | −17.1% | |
| 1920 | 408 | 16.6% | |
| 1930 | 397 | −2.7% | |
| 1940 | 387 | −2.5% | |
| 1950 | 348 | −10.1% | |
| 1960 | 330 | −5.2% | |
| 1970 | 308 | −6.7% | |
| 1980 | 350 | 13.6% | |
| 1990 | 312 | −10.9% | |
| 2000 | 295 | −5.4% | |
| 2010 | 342 | 15.9% | |
| 2020 | 289 | −15.5% | |
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Who Lives in Chauncey?
In 2020, there were 289 people living in Chauncey. These people lived in 143 different homes, and 89 of those homes were families. The city is home to people from different backgrounds. Most residents are White (about 58.5%), and a significant number are Black or African American (about 34.6%). There are also smaller groups of Asian people and people of other or mixed backgrounds. About 4.5% of the population is Hispanic or Latino.
