Cleveland, Virginia facts for kids
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Cleveland, Virginia
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Cleveland on Christmas Day, December 2010
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Location of Cleveland, Virginia
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| Country | United States | ||
| State | Virginia | ||
| County | Russell | ||
| Area | |||
| • Total | 0.14 sq mi (0.35 km2) | ||
| • Land | 0.13 sq mi (0.33 km2) | ||
| • Water | 0.01 sq mi (0.03 km2) | ||
| Elevation | 1,526 ft (465 m) | ||
| Population
(2010)
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| • Total | 202 | ||
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(2019)
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175 | ||
| • Density | 1,388.89/sq mi (536.83/km2) | ||
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) | ||
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) | ||
| ZIP code |
24225
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| Area code(s) | 276 | ||
| FIPS code | 51-17296 | ||
| GNIS feature ID | 1464978 | ||
Cleveland is a small town located in the middle of Russell County, Virginia, in the United States. In 2010, about 128 people lived there. It's a quiet place with a rich history.
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History of Cleveland
Cleveland has an interesting past. One important historical site is Jessees Mill. This old mill was recognized for its historical value in 2005. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places. This list helps protect important buildings and places across the country.
Geography of Cleveland
Cleveland is found at specific geographic coordinates: 36.943674 degrees North and 82.152334 degrees West. These numbers help pinpoint its exact spot on a map.
The town is quite small in size. According to official measurements, Cleveland covers about 0.1 square mile (0.4 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, about 0.1 square mile (0.3 square kilometers). A very small part, about 0.04 square miles (0.1 square kilometers), is water. This means Cleveland is a compact town.
Cleveland's Population Over Time
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1910 | 252 | — | |
| 1950 | 388 | — | |
| 1960 | 415 | 7.0% | |
| 1970 | 357 | −14.0% | |
| 1980 | 360 | 0.8% | |
| 1990 | 214 | −40.6% | |
| 2000 | 148 | −30.8% | |
| 2010 | 202 | 36.5% | |
| 2019 (est.) | 175 | −13.4% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census | |||
Understanding the demographics of a town means looking at its population. This includes how many people live there and what groups they belong to.
Population Changes
The number of people living in Cleveland has changed a lot over the years.
- In 1910, there were 252 residents.
- The population grew to its highest point in 1960, with 415 people.
- After that, the number of residents started to decrease.
- By 2000, only 148 people lived in Cleveland.
- However, the population increased again to 202 people by 2010.
- In 2019, it was estimated that about 175 people lived in the town.
Who Lives in Cleveland?
In 2000, there were 148 people living in Cleveland. Most of the people living in Cleveland were White. A small number of people identified as being from two or more racial backgrounds.
There were 81 households in the town. A household is a group of people living together.
- About 11% of households had children under 18.
- Many households (43%) were married couples.
- Some households (6%) had a female head without a husband.
- Almost half (45%) were non-family households. This means people living alone or with roommates.
- About 42% of households were just one person.
- Nearly 20% of households were single people aged 65 or older.
The average household had 1.83 people. The average family had 2.45 people.
Age Groups in Cleveland
The people in Cleveland in 2000 were of different ages.
- About 8.8% were under 18 years old.
- About 6.8% were between 18 and 24 years old.
- About 23% were between 25 and 44 years old.
- About 28.4% were between 45 and 64 years old.
- The largest group, about 33.1%, was 65 years or older.
The average age in Cleveland was 55 years old. This shows it was an older community. For every 100 females, there were about 102.7 males.
Economic Life
In 2000, the average income for a household in Cleveland was $11,346 per year. For families, the average income was $14,688. Some families and individuals faced economic challenges. This means they had lower incomes compared to the average.
See also
In Spanish: Cleveland (Virginia) para niños
