Georgiana, Alabama facts for kids
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Georgiana, Alabama
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Location of Georgiana in Butler County, Alabama.
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| Country | United States |
| State | Alabama |
| County | Butler |
| Area | |
| • Total | 6.24 sq mi (16.15 km2) |
| • Land | 6.24 sq mi (16.15 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 292 ft (89 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 1,324 |
| • Density | 212.28/sq mi (81.96/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
36033
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| Area code | 334 |
| FIPS code | 01-29560 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0118914 |
Georgiana is a small town located in Butler County, Alabama, in the United States. It's a friendly place with a rich history. According to the 2020 United States Census, about 1,324 people live there.
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Where is Georgiana Located?
Georgiana is in the southern part of Butler County. It's found at a latitude of 31.64 degrees North and a longitude of 86.74 degrees West.
A major highway, Interstate 65, runs near the town. You can get to Georgiana from exit 114. Another important road, U.S. Route 31, goes through the eastern side of town.
Georgiana is about 16 miles north of Greenville, which is the main city in Butler County. If you travel on I-65, it's about 58 miles north to Montgomery, the capital city of Alabama. It's also about 110 miles southwest to Mobile.
The town covers a total area of about 6.3 square miles (16.3 square kilometers). All of this area is land.
How Many People Live Here?
The population of Georgiana has changed over the years. Here's how many people have lived in the town during different census counts:
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1880 | 277 | — | |
| 1890 | 456 | 64.6% | |
| 1900 | 567 | 24.3% | |
| 1910 | 999 | 76.2% | |
| 1920 | 1,550 | 55.2% | |
| 1930 | 1,480 | −4.5% | |
| 1940 | 1,627 | 9.9% | |
| 1950 | 1,596 | −1.9% | |
| 1960 | 2,093 | 31.1% | |
| 1970 | 2,148 | 2.6% | |
| 1980 | 1,993 | −7.2% | |
| 1990 | 1,933 | −3.0% | |
| 2000 | 1,737 | −10.1% | |
| 2010 | 1,738 | 0.1% | |
| 2020 | 1,324 | −23.8% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census 2013 Estimate |
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Population in 2020
In the 2020 United States Census, Georgiana had 1,324 residents. There were 524 households and 319 families living in the town.
Here's a look at the different groups of people living in Georgiana in 2020:
| Race | Number of People | Percentage |
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| White | 321 | 24.24% |
| Black or African American | 960 | 72.51% |
| Native American | 3 | 0.23% |
| Other/Mixed | 31 | 2.34% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 9 | 0.68% |
Population in 2010
Back in the 2010 United States Census, Georgiana had 1,738 people. Most residents were either Black or African American (65.4%) or White (33.1%). A small number of people were Native American or from two or more races.
In 2010, about 21.3% of the population was under 18 years old. About 24.1% of the people were 65 years old or older.
Famous People from Georgiana
Even though Georgiana is a small town, some notable people have connections to it:
- Amasa Coleman Lee – He was a lawyer and a lawmaker in Alabama.
- Tom Morrow – He used to play professional football as a safety for the Oakland Raiders.
- Hank Williams – A very famous country music singer and songwriter. He is a legend in country music history.
- William Herbert York – He was the bass player in Hank Williams' band, the Drifting Cowboys.
- Fredrick Smith – An American fashion model and actor.
See also
In Spanish: Georgiana (Alabama) para niños
