Edison, Georgia facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Edison, Georgia
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Edison City Hall
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Location in Calhoun County and the state of Georgia
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| Country | United States | |
| State | Georgia | |
| County | Calhoun | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 2.34 sq mi (6.06 km2) | |
| • Land | 2.34 sq mi (6.06 km2) | |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) | |
| Elevation | 292 ft (89 m) | |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 1,230 | |
| • Density | 525.64/sq mi (202.93/km2) | |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) | |
| ZIP codes |
31746, 39846
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| Area code(s) | 229 | |
| FIPS code | 13-26448 | |
| GNIS feature ID | 0355643 | |
Edison is a city located in Calhoun County, Georgia, in the United States. In 2020, about 1,230 people lived there. A special part of the city, the Edison Commercial Historic District, is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This means it's an important historical area.
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History of Edison
The city of Edison was officially created in 1902. It was named after Thomas Edison, a famous American inventor. He is known for inventing things like the light bulb.
Where is Edison Located?
Edison is in the northwestern part of Calhoun County. You can find it at these coordinates: 31°33′39″N 84°44′17″W / 31.56083°N 84.73806°W. It is about 40 miles (64 km) west of Albany. It is also about 20 miles (32 km) east of the Alabama state line, near Fort Gaines.
The United States Census Bureau says that Edison covers a total area of about 2.34 square miles (6.1 square kilometers). All of this area is land.
People in Edison
The number of people living in Edison has changed over the years. Here's a quick look at the population from different census reports:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1910 | 841 | — | |
| 1920 | 885 | 5.2% | |
| 1930 | 1,321 | 49.3% | |
| 1940 | 1,241 | −6.1% | |
| 1950 | 1,247 | 0.5% | |
| 1960 | 1,232 | −1.2% | |
| 1970 | 1,210 | −1.8% | |
| 1980 | 1,128 | −6.8% | |
| 1990 | 1,182 | 4.8% | |
| 2000 | 1,340 | 13.4% | |
| 2010 | 1,531 | 14.3% | |
| 2020 | 1,230 | −19.7% | |
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In 2000, there were 1,340 people living in Edison. By the 2020 census, the population was 1,230.
Education in Edison
Students in Edison are part of the Calhoun County School System. The main school for older students is Calhoun County High School-Middle School. This school serves students from Edison and nearby towns like Arlington, Leary, and Morgan. Younger students attend Calhoun County Elementary School, which is located in Arlington.
Famous People from Edison
Some well-known people have come from Edison:
- Bobby Dews – He used to play and coach in Major League Baseball.
- Rodney Dent – He was a professional basketball player for the Orlando Magic in the NBA.
See also
In Spanish: Edison (Georgia) para niños
