Geiger, Alabama facts for kids
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Geiger, Alabama
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Location of Geiger in Sumter County, Alabama.
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| Country | United States |
| State | Alabama |
| County | Sumter |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.95 sq mi (2.46 km2) |
| • Land | 0.94 sq mi (2.45 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.01 km2) |
| Elevation | 167 ft (51 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 155 |
| • Density | 164.02/sq mi (63.32/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
35459
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| Area code(s) | 205, 659 |
| FIPS code | 01-29392 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0118884 |
Geiger is a small town located in Sumter County, Alabama, in the United States. It became an official town in 1912. In 2020, about 155 people lived there.
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Geography of Geiger
Geiger is located in the western part of Alabama. Its exact coordinates are 32.868543 degrees North and 88.306061 degrees West.
The U.S. Census Bureau says the town covers about 1 square mile (2.6 square kilometers). All of this area is land.
People and Population in Geiger
This section tells you about the people who live in Geiger. It covers how many people live there and their different backgrounds.
Population Changes Over Time
The number of people living in Geiger has changed over many years. Here is a quick look at its population history:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1920 | 116 | — | |
| 1930 | 121 | 4.3% | |
| 1940 | 192 | 58.7% | |
| 1950 | 133 | −30.7% | |
| 1960 | 104 | −21.8% | |
| 1970 | 120 | 15.4% | |
| 1980 | 200 | 66.7% | |
| 1990 | 270 | 35.0% | |
| 2000 | 161 | −40.4% | |
| 2010 | 170 | 5.6% | |
| 2020 | 155 | −8.8% | |
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Who Lives in Geiger? (2020 Census)
The 2020 United States Census collected information about the people in Geiger. It showed that:
- Most people (about 71%) were Black or African American.
- About 15% of the people were White.
- A small number (about 10%) were Hispanic or Latino. This group can be of any race.
- Some people identified as Mixed Race (about 3%) or Asian (less than 1%).
Geiger Households and Families (2000 Census)
In 2000, there were 56 households in Geiger. A household is a group of people living together in one home.
- About 32% of these households had children under 18 years old.
- Many households (45%) were married couples living together.
- Some households (18%) were led by a female without a husband present.
- About 23% of households were single people living alone.
- The average household had about 2.9 people.
The population was spread out by age:
- About 30% of the people were under 18 years old.
- About 14% were 65 years old or older.
- The average age in Geiger was 36 years.
Famous People from Geiger
Some well-known people have connections to Geiger:
- Jimmie Rodgers: He was a famous country singer in the early 1900s. He was known for his unique yodeling style.
- Bobby Williams: He used to play American football professionally in the National Football League.
See also
In Spanish: Geiger (Alabama) para niños
