Clio, Alabama facts for kids
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Clio
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Location of Clio in Barbour County, Alabama.
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| Country | United States | ||
| State | Alabama | ||
| County | Barbour | ||
| Area | |||
| • Total | 10.08 sq mi (26.09 km2) | ||
| • Land | 10.07 sq mi (26.07 km2) | ||
| • Water | 0.01 sq mi (0.02 km2) | ||
| Elevation | 525 ft (160 m) | ||
| Population
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| • Total | 1,220 | ||
| • Density | 121.20/sq mi (46.80/km2) | ||
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) | ||
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) | ||
| ZIP code |
36017
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| Area code(s) | 334 | ||
| FIPS code | 01-15640 | ||
| GNIS feature ID | 0157921 | ||
Clio is a small city in Barbour County, Alabama, United States. In 2020, about 1,220 people lived there. Clio is famous for being the hometown of important people. These include George C. Wallace, a former governor of Alabama. It's also where Don Sutton, a Baseball Hall of Famer, was born.
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Where is Clio?
Clio is located in southeastern Alabama. It covers about 26 square kilometers (10 square miles). Most of this area is land, with only a tiny bit of water.
The city center is where two main roads meet. These are Alabama State Route 10 and Alabama State Route 51. Highway 10 goes west to Brundidge and east to Blue Springs. Highway 51 goes south to Ariton and north to Louisville. It also leads to Clayton, which is the county seat.
Clio's Population Over Time
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1900 | 326 | — | |
| 1910 | 580 | 77.9% | |
| 1920 | 838 | 44.5% | |
| 1930 | 867 | 3.5% | |
| 1940 | 841 | −3.0% | |
| 1950 | 840 | −0.1% | |
| 1960 | 929 | 10.6% | |
| 1970 | 1,065 | 14.6% | |
| 1980 | 1,224 | 14.9% | |
| 1990 | 1,365 | 11.5% | |
| 2000 | 2,206 | 61.6% | |
| 2010 | 1,399 | −36.6% | |
| 2020 | 1,220 | −12.8% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census 2013 Estimate |
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The number of people living in Clio has changed over many years. The U.S. Census Bureau counts the population every ten years. In 1900, only 326 people lived in Clio. The population grew steadily for many years. It reached its highest point in 2000 with 2,206 residents. By 2020, the population was 1,220.
Who Lives in Clio? (2020 Census)
The 2020 census showed that 1,220 people lived in Clio. There were 442 households and 238 families. People from different backgrounds make up the city.
| Race | Num. | Perc. |
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| White (non-Hispanic) | 246 | 20.16% |
| Black or African American (non-Hispanic) | 466 | 38.2% |
| Asian | 8 | 0.66% |
| Other/Mixed | 29 | 2.38% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 471 | 38.61% |
Clio's Community (2010 Census)
In 2010, Clio had 1,399 people. There were 514 households, which are groups of people living together. About 28.8% of households had children under 18. Many different groups of people lived in Clio. This included Black or African American, White, Native American, Asian, and Pacific Islander residents. A large part of the population was also Hispanic or Latino.
The average age of people in Clio was about 31.8 years old. This means many young people and families lived there. About 26.2% of the population was under 18.
Famous People from Clio
Clio is the birthplace or home of several notable individuals:
- McDowell Lee: He was a member of the Alabama House of Representatives. He also served as the Mayor of Clio.
- George Corley Wallace: A very well-known politician. He was the Governor of Alabama four times. He also ran for U.S. President four times.
- Don Sutton: A famous baseball player. He is in the Major League Baseball Hall of Fame.
- Elton Bryson Stephens, Sr.: He founded a large company called EBSCO Industries.
Places to Visit in Clio
- Blue Springs State Park: A beautiful park where you can enjoy nature. It has clear blue springs.
- Easterling Correctional Facility: This is a state prison.
Images for kids
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Clio Town Hall
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Clio Post Office (ZIP Code: 36017)
See also
In Spanish: Clio (Alabama) para niños
