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 George, Washington
Location in Washington (state)
George, Washington
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Washington |
| County | Grant |
| Government | |
| • Type | Mayor–council |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.38 sq mi (3.57 km2) |
| • Land | 1.38 sq mi (3.57 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,224 ft (373 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 809 |
| • Density | 374.73/sq mi (144.64/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-8 (Pacific (PST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-7 (PDT) |
| ZIP codes |
98824, 98848
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| Area code | 509 |
| FIPS code | 53-26455 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2410581 |
George is a small city in Grant County, Washington, United States. It's famous for its fun name, which is a "humorous homage" (a playful tribute) to the first U.S. President, George Washington. In 2020, about 809 people lived here.
George is also well-known for being close to The Gorge Amphitheatre, a popular outdoor concert venue sometimes called "The Gorge at George." The city loves to celebrate national holidays like the Fourth of July and Washington's Birthday. They even bake the world's largest cherry pie every year on July 4th and share it with everyone!
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A Look at George's Past
George started as a large farming area that needed a lot of water, part of the Columbia Basin Irrigation Project. In the early 1950s, people realized they needed a town to support all the local farms and businesses. The government set aside about 339 acres (1.37 square kilometers) for this new town.
How George Got Its Name
A local pharmacist named Charlie Brown was the only one to bid on the land. He invested his own money and got help from a University of Washington instructor to plan the town, including streets and utilities. When it was time to officially name the town, Brown decided to honor President George Washington.
The people of George have named their streets after different kinds of cherries grown nearby, like Bing and Royal Anne. The town officially became a city on November 4, 1957. There was a big celebration with the Governor, Albert Rosellini, and a huge 1,000-pound (450 kg) cherry pie!
George's Location and Weather
George covers about 1.33 square miles (3.45 square kilometers) of land. It's known for being very close to the famous Gorge Amphitheatre, which is a fantastic place for concerts and events.
The Climate of George
George has a cold desert climate. This means it usually has hot, dry summers and cold winters with some snow. The area doesn't get a lot of rain throughout the year.
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| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Year |
| Record high °F (°C) | 63 (17) |
73 (23) |
78 (26) |
92 (33) |
99 (37) |
113 (45) |
109 (43) |
107 (42) |
100 (38) |
89 (32) |
75 (24) |
64 (18) |
113 (45) |
| Mean daily maximum °F (°C) | 36 (2) |
44 (7) |
55 (13) |
64 (18) |
73 (23) |
81 (27) |
88 (31) |
88 (31) |
78 (26) |
64 (18) |
47 (8) |
37 (3) |
63 (17) |
| Mean daily minimum °F (°C) | 22 (−6) |
27 (−3) |
32 (0) |
38 (3) |
46 (8) |
52 (11) |
58 (14) |
57 (14) |
48 (9) |
37 (3) |
30 (−1) |
23 (−5) |
39 (4) |
| Record low °F (°C) | −29 (−34) |
−25 (−32) |
0 (−18) |
14 (−10) |
21 (−6) |
33 (1) |
34 (1) |
37 (3) |
26 (−3) |
9 (−13) |
−15 (−26) |
−19 (−28) |
−29 (−34) |
| Average precipitation inches (mm) | 0.95 (24) |
0.75 (19) |
0.71 (18) |
0.49 (12) |
0.66 (17) |
0.55 (14) |
0.39 (9.9) |
0.33 (8.4) |
0.41 (10) |
0.57 (14) |
1.08 (27) |
1.22 (31) |
8.11 (206) |
| Average snowfall inches (cm) | 4.8 (12) |
1.5 (3.8) |
0.3 (0.76) |
0 (0) |
0 (0) |
0 (0) |
0 (0) |
0 (0) |
0 (0) |
0 (0) |
1.2 (3.0) |
5 (13) |
12.8 (33) |
Who Lives in George?
George's Population Over Time
The city of George has seen its population change over the years. Here's how many people have lived there during different census counts:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1970 | 273 | — | |
| 1980 | 261 | −4.4% | |
| 1990 | 253 | −3.1% | |
| 2000 | 528 | 108.7% | |
| 2010 | 501 | −5.1% | |
| 2020 | 809 | 61.5% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census 2020 Census |
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A Snapshot of George in 2020
According to the 2020 census, George had a population of 809 people. The average age of residents was about 24.4 years old. Many young people live in George, with almost 40% of residents being under 18. About 6.6% of residents were 65 years or older.
George is a diverse community. The census showed that 89.2% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino. People from various backgrounds make up the city's vibrant community.
Learning in George
Students in George attend schools that are part of the Quincy School District.
See also
In Spanish: George (Washington) para niños
