Coolidge, Georgia facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Coolidge, Georgia
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Coolidge City Hall Municipal Building
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Location in Thomas County and the state of Georgia
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| Country | United States |
| State | Georgia |
| County | Thomas |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.82 sq mi (2.12 km2) |
| • Land | 0.82 sq mi (2.12 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.01 km2) |
| Elevation | 249 ft (76 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 528 |
| • Density | 646.27/sq mi (249.64/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
31738
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| Area code(s) | 229 |
| FIPS code | 13-19392 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0331455 |
Coolidge is a small city located in Thomas County, Georgia, in the United States. In 2020, the city had a population of 528 people.
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History of Coolidge
Coolidge began its story in the year 1900. This was when a railway line, called the Tifton, Thomasville and Gulf Railway, was built through the area. The community was named after an important person who worked for the railroad.
Just one year later, in 1901, the Georgia General Assembly officially recognized Coolidge as a town. This meant it could have its own local government.
Where is Coolidge Located?
Coolidge is found in the state of Georgia. Its exact location is at coordinates 31.010744 degrees North and 83.866594 degrees West.
According to the United States Census Bureau, which collects information about places in the U.S., Coolidge covers a total area of about 0.8 square miles (2.1 square kilometers). All of this area is land.
People of Coolidge
How Many People Live Here?
The number of people living in Coolidge has changed over the years. Here's a quick look at the population from different census counts:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1910 | 303 | — | |
| 1920 | 485 | 60.1% | |
| 1930 | 498 | 2.7% | |
| 1940 | 608 | 22.1% | |
| 1950 | 764 | 25.7% | |
| 1960 | 679 | −11.1% | |
| 1970 | 717 | 5.6% | |
| 1980 | 736 | 2.6% | |
| 1990 | 610 | −17.1% | |
| 2000 | 552 | −9.5% | |
| 2010 | 525 | −4.9% | |
| 2020 | 528 | 0.6% | |
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In the year 2000, there were 552 people living in Coolidge. These people made up 218 households, with 137 of them being families. By 2020, the population had slightly changed to 528 people.
Famous People from Coolidge
Even small towns can be home to interesting people! Here are a couple of notable individuals connected to Coolidge:
- Ken Terrell - He was born in Coolidge. Ken became known in Hollywood as a stuntman and also appeared in many movies as a minor actor.
- Mike Keown - Mike is a Baptist minister. He also once ran for a seat in the U.S. House of Representatives.
See also
In Spanish: Coolidge (Georgia) para niños
