Deepstep, Georgia facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Deepstep, Georgia
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United Methodist Church
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Location in Washington County and the state of Georgia
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| Country | United States |
| State | Georgia |
| County | Washington |
| Government | |
| • Type | Mayor-council government |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.88 sq mi (2.29 km2) |
| • Land | 0.82 sq mi (2.11 km2) |
| • Water | 0.07 sq mi (0.18 km2) |
| Elevation | 312 ft (95 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 117 |
| • Density | 143.38/sq mi (55.38/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
31082
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| Area code(s) | 478 |
| FIPS code | 13-22108 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0331534 |
Deepstep is a small town in Washington County, Georgia, United States. In 2020, about 117 people lived there. It's a quiet place with a rich history.
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History of Deepstep
When Deepstep Began
Deepstep got its name from Deepstep Creek. A post office opened in the town in 1886. This was an important step for the community.
Becoming a Town
The state government of Georgia officially made Deepstep a town in 1900. This meant it could have its own local government. It was then known as the "Town of Deepstep."
Geography of Deepstep
Where is Deepstep Located?
Deepstep is located in the state of Georgia. You can find it at these coordinates: 33°1′19″N 82°58′6″W / 33.02194°N 82.96833°W. This means it's in the northern hemisphere.
Land and Water Area
The town of Deepstep covers a total area of about 0.8 square miles (2.1 km2). Most of this area is land. Only a small part, about 0.04 square miles (0.10 km2), is water. This water area makes up about 2.53% of the town.
Deepstep Population Facts
Understanding Demographics
Demographics is the study of a population. It looks at how many people live in a place. It also checks how the population changes over time.
Population Changes Over Time
The population of Deepstep has changed over the years. Here's a quick look at how many people lived there during different census years:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1910 | 149 | — | |
| 1920 | 184 | 23.5% | |
| 1930 | 180 | −2.2% | |
| 1940 | 174 | −3.3% | |
| 1950 | 159 | −8.6% | |
| 1960 | 139 | −12.6% | |
| 1970 | 107 | −23.0% | |
| 1980 | 120 | 12.1% | |
| 1990 | 111 | −7.5% | |
| 2000 | 132 | 18.9% | |
| 2010 | 131 | −0.8% | |
| 2020 | 117 | −10.7% | |
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In the year 2000, there were 132 people living in Deepstep. These people lived in 54 households. About 40 of these households were families. By 2020, the population had slightly decreased to 117 people.
