Gallaway, Tennessee facts for kids
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Gallaway
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Location of Gallaway in Fayette County, Tennessee.
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| Country | United States |
| State | Tennessee |
| County | Fayette |
| Area | |
| • Total | 5.30 sq mi (13.72 km2) |
| • Land | 5.30 sq mi (13.72 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 282 ft (86 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 528 |
| • Density | 99.68/sq mi (38.49/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
38036
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| Area code(s) | 901 |
| FIPS code | 47-28560 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1285101 |
Gallaway is a small city in Fayette County, Tennessee, United States. In 2020, about 528 people lived there. It's a quiet place with a rich history.
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Exploring Gallaway's Location
Gallaway is found in the northwestern part of Fayette County. It's located at coordinates 35.326725 degrees North and -89.616484 degrees West.
Roads and Nearby Towns
Two main roads, U.S. Route 70 and U.S. Route 79, go through the northwest side of Gallaway. These roads lead to other towns:
- Northeast to Braden, which is about 5 miles (8 km) away.
- Southwest to Arlington, about 4 miles (6.4 km) away.
If you travel about 30 miles (48 km) southwest, you'll reach downtown Memphis. Another road, Tennessee State Route 196, goes south for about 6.5 miles (10.5 km) to Hickory Withe.
Land and Water Features
The city of Gallaway covers an area of about 5.9 square miles (15.9 square kilometers). All of this area is land. The Loosahatchie River flows through the southern part of the city. This river is a branch of the mighty Mississippi River.
Gallaway's Population Over Time
The number of people living in Gallaway has changed quite a bit over the years. Here's a quick look at how the population has grown and shrunk:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1880 | 91 | — | |
| 1890 | 81 | −11.0% | |
| 1900 | 77 | −4.9% | |
| 1970 | 304 | — | |
| 1980 | 804 | 164.5% | |
| 1990 | 762 | −5.2% | |
| 2000 | 666 | −12.6% | |
| 2010 | 680 | 2.1% | |
| 2020 | 528 | −22.4% | |
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Who Lives in Gallaway?
The United States Census Bureau collects information about who lives in different cities. In 2020, Gallaway had a population of 528 people. Most people in Gallaway are from two main groups:
- About 58% of the people are Black or African American.
- About 35% of the people are White.
There are also smaller groups of people from other backgrounds, including Native American, Asian, and those who identify as more than one race. A small percentage of the population is also of Hispanic or Latino origin.
Local Businesses in Gallaway
One of the biggest places to work in Gallaway is Medical Action Industries. This company makes plastic medical supplies and items used by patients in hospitals.
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Location of Gallaway in Fayette County, Tennessee.
