Fruithurst, Alabama facts for kids
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Fruithurst, Alabama
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Location of Fruithurst in Cleburne County, Alabama.
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| Country | United States |
| State | Alabama |
| County | Cleburne |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.00 sq mi (2.59 km2) |
| • Land | 1.00 sq mi (2.59 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,079 ft (329 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 235 |
| • Density | 235.00/sq mi (90.71/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
36262
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| Area code(s) | 256 |
| FIPS code | 01-28432 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0118739 |
Fruithurst is a small town located in Cleburne County, Alabama, in the United States. In 2020, about 235 people lived there. It is a quiet community found in the eastern part of Alabama.
Where is Fruithurst?
Fruithurst is located in eastern Alabama. Its exact location is 33 degrees, 43 minutes, 51 seconds North and 85 degrees, 25 minutes, 54 seconds West.
The U.S. Census Bureau states that the town covers an area of about 1 square mile (2.59 square kilometers). All of this area is land, with no large bodies of water.
Fruithurst's Past
Fruithurst has an interesting history, especially concerning traffic laws. Years ago, the town was known for its strict traffic enforcement on US Highway 78.
In 1975, the Alabama Attorney General, Bill Baxley, even opened an office in Fruithurst. This was to help people who felt they were unfairly stopped for minor traffic violations.
Who Lives in Fruithurst?
The population of Fruithurst has changed over the years. Here's a look at how many people have lived there during different census counts:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1900 | 374 | — | |
| 1910 | 257 | −31.3% | |
| 1920 | 223 | −13.2% | |
| 1930 | 225 | 0.9% | |
| 1940 | 281 | 24.9% | |
| 1950 | 318 | 13.2% | |
| 1960 | 255 | −19.8% | |
| 1970 | 229 | −10.2% | |
| 1980 | 239 | 4.4% | |
| 1990 | 177 | −25.9% | |
| 2000 | 270 | 52.5% | |
| 2010 | 284 | 5.2% | |
| 2020 | 235 | −17.3% | |
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According to the 2000 census, there were 270 people living in Fruithurst. These people lived in 107 households, with 74 of them being families.
The average household had about 2.41 people. The average family size was about 2.93 people. In 2000, the median age in Fruithurst was 38 years old.
See also
In Spanish: Fruithurst para niños
