East Ridge, Tennessee facts for kids
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East Ridge, Tennessee
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Gateway to Tennessee
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Location of East Ridge in Hamilton County, Tennessee.
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| Country | United States | ||
| State | Tennessee | ||
| County | Hamilton | ||
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| • Total | 8.28 sq mi (21.45 km2) | ||
| • Land | 8.28 sq mi (21.45 km2) | ||
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) | ||
| Elevation | 778 ft (237 m) | ||
| Population
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| • Total | 22,167 | ||
| • Density | 2,676.53/sq mi (1,033.42/km2) | ||
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) | ||
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) | ||
| ZIP code |
37412
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| Area code(s) | 423 | ||
| FIPS code | 47-22720 | ||
| GNIS feature ID | 1283400 | ||
East Ridge is a city located in Hamilton County, Tennessee, in the United States. In 2020, about 22,167 people lived there. It's surrounded by the city of Chattanooga on three sides and borders the state of Georgia to the south. East Ridge is part of the larger Chattanooga metropolitan area. Its name comes from its location, just east of a place called Missionary Ridge. The Bachman Tubes, which are tunnels under Missionary Ridge, connect East Ridge to downtown Chattanooga.
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Where is East Ridge Located?
East Ridge is found at coordinates 34°59′48″N 85°14′15″W / 34.99667°N 85.23750°W. The United States Census Bureau says the city covers a total area of about 8.3 square miles (21.45 square kilometers), and all of it is land.
How Many People Live in East Ridge?
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1930 | 2,152 | — | |
| 1940 | 2,939 | 36.6% | |
| 1950 | 9,645 | 228.2% | |
| 1960 | 19,570 | 102.9% | |
| 1970 | 21,799 | 11.4% | |
| 1980 | 21,236 | −2.6% | |
| 1990 | 21,101 | −0.6% | |
| 2000 | 20,640 | −2.2% | |
| 2010 | 20,979 | 1.6% | |
| 2020 | 22,167 | 5.7% | |
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East Ridge Population in 2020
In 2020, the city of East Ridge had 22,167 residents. There were 9,027 households and 5,086 families living in the city.
| Group | Percentage |
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| White (not Hispanic) | 66.5% |
| Black or African American (not Hispanic) | 13.36% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 13.0% |
| Asian | 1.79% |
| Other/Mixed | 5.1% |
| Native American | 0.24% |
| Pacific Islander | 0.02% |
What to Do in East Ridge: Arts and Culture
The East Ridge City Library is located inside the City Hall building. In 2008, the East Ridge History Center opened. It shows off the local history and culture of the area. There is also a community center that everyone can use. It's next to City Hall and the Pioneer Frontier Playground. The center offers different programs for the community.
Sports in East Ridge
East Ridge is home to several professional soccer teams. They play their games at CHI Memorial Stadium. This stadium has 2,500 seats and will eventually hold 5,500 people. It was the first stadium built just for soccer in Tennessee. It opened on August 1, 2020.
- The Chattanooga Red Wolves SC is a men's team. They play in USL League One, which is the third level of professional men's soccer in the U.S.
- The Chattanooga Lady Red Wolves is a women's team. They started playing in 2023 in the USL W League. This is the second level of professional women's soccer in the U.S.
- The Dalton Red Wolves play in USL League Two. This is a semi-professional league for developing soccer players.
Parks and Fun Places in East Ridge
Camp Jordan is a large local park and arena. The arena hosts special events and sports games. Camp Jordan has many features for outdoor fun:
- 13 ball fields
- 9 soccer fields
- An amphitheater for performances
- RV spaces for campers
- A sand volleyball court
- Picnic pavilions
- A fishing pond
- A playground
- A walking track
East Ridge also has the East Ridge Soccer Association. This group offers soccer programs for both kids and adults. The East Ridge Baseball/Softball Association supports baseball and softball games for boys and girls.
The Pioneer Frontier Playground is located near City Hall on Tombras Avenue. It has a fun splash pad that opened in 2022, perfect for cooling off in the summer!
Schools in East Ridge
East Ridge has four public schools. They are part of the Hamilton County Schools system:
- East Ridge Elementary
- Spring Creek Elementary
- East Ridge Middle School
- East Ridge High School
There are also two private schools in East Ridge:
- Belvoir Christian Academy
- Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic School
City Services in East Ridge
The East Ridge Police Department keeps the city safe. It is a full-service agency that is certified by the state. They also help the nearby city of Ridgeside. The City of East Ridge Animal Services Division helps animals in the city. They have animal control services and an animal shelter.
Utilities and Services
Different companies provide public services to East Ridge:
- Chattanooga Gas Company (for gas)
- Tennessee American Water Company (for water)
- AT&T (for phone and internet)
- EPB (for electricity and internet)
- Comcast (for cable and internet)
Notable People from East Ridge
- Elbert Eugene Spriggs (1937-2021), who founded the Twelve Tribes religious group.
See also
In Spanish: East Ridge (Tennessee) para niños
