Grayson, Georgia facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Grayson, Georgia
|
|||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Grayson City Hall
|
|||||
|
|||||
| Motto(s):
"Steadfast and True"
|
|||||
Location in Gwinnett County and the state of Georgia
|
|||||
| Country | United States | ||||
| State | Georgia | ||||
| County | Gwinnett | ||||
| Area | |||||
| • Total | 2.57 sq mi (6.66 km2) | ||||
| • Land | 2.51 sq mi (6.50 km2) | ||||
| • Water | 0.06 sq mi (0.16 km2) | ||||
| Elevation | 1,079 ft (329 m) | ||||
| Population
(2020)
|
|||||
| • Total | 4,730 | ||||
| • Density | 1,884.46/sq mi (727.70/km2) | ||||
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) | ||||
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) | ||||
| ZIP code |
30017
|
||||
| Area code(s) | 770 | ||||
| FIPS code | 13-34596 | ||||
| GNIS feature ID | 2403733 | ||||
Grayson is a friendly city located in Gwinnett County, Georgia, United States. It's a growing community with a motto that says, "Steadfast and True." In 2020, about 4,730 people called Grayson home. This number has grown quite a bit from 2,666 people in 2010 and just 765 people in 2000!
Contents
History of Grayson: How the City Got Its Name
The city of Grayson wasn't always called Grayson. Its first name was Trip!
In 1901, a local leader named John Ellery Jacobs, who was also the postmaster, wanted to change the city's name. He asked the post office if they could change Trip, Georgia, to Berkley, Georgia.
On December 6, 1901, the state of Georgia officially agreed to make Trip a town and change its name. However, soon after, Mr. Jacobs found out there was already a Berkley, Georgia.
He then suggested the name Graymount because you could see Stone Mountain clearly from the area. But that name was also already taken! Finally, he suggested the name Grayson, Georgia, and that's the name that stuck.
Geography: Where is Grayson Located?
Grayson is found in the southeastern part of Gwinnett County. You can find it at these coordinates: 33°53′36″N 83°57′20″W / 33.89333°N 83.95556°W.
Main Roads and Nearby Cities
Georgia State Route 20 is the main road that goes through Grayson.
- It leads north about 5 miles (8 km) to Lawrenceville, which is the main city of the county.
- It also goes southeast about 5 miles (8 km) to Loganville.
Another important road is Georgia State Route 84, also known as Grayson Parkway. This road goes southwest about 5 miles (8 km) to Snellville.
Size of Grayson
The city of Grayson covers a total area of about 2.57 square miles (6.66 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, about 2.51 square miles (6.50 square kilometers). A small part, about 0.06 square miles (0.16 square kilometers), is water.
Climate: What's the Weather Like in Grayson?
Grayson has a humid subtropical climate. This means it has hot, humid summers and mild winters. The weather is generally pleasant for outdoor activities.
| Climate data for Grayson, Georgia | |||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Year |
| Mean daily maximum °F (°C) | 51.6 (10.9) |
55.5 (13.1) |
63.7 (17.6) |
71.9 (22.2) |
79.1 (26.2) |
85.4 (29.7) |
88.3 (31.3) |
87.5 (30.8) |
82.1 (27.8) |
73.0 (22.8) |
62.6 (17.0) |
54.3 (12.4) |
71.3 (21.8) |
| Mean daily minimum °F (°C) | 31.7 (−0.2) |
34.5 (1.4) |
40.5 (4.7) |
48.2 (9.0) |
57.3 (14.1) |
65.3 (18.5) |
68.8 (20.4) |
68.0 (20.0) |
61.9 (16.6) |
50.7 (10.4) |
39.8 (4.3) |
34.7 (1.5) |
50.1 (10.1) |
| Average precipitation inches (mm) | 4.88 (124) |
4.77 (121) |
5.0 (130) |
4.16 (106) |
3.85 (98) |
4.71 (120) |
4.84 (123) |
4.4 (110) |
3.86 (98) |
3.55 (90) |
4.18 (106) |
4.73 (120) |
52.93 (1,344) |
In 1994, a strong tornado hit Grayson. The city has grown a lot since the late 1990s and 2000s, with more people moving to the eastern part of Gwinnett County.
Demographics: Who Lives in Grayson?
| Historical population | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1910 | 278 | — | |
| 1920 | 322 | 15.8% | |
| 1930 | 245 | −23.9% | |
| 1940 | 228 | −6.9% | |
| 1950 | 227 | −0.4% | |
| 1960 | 282 | 24.2% | |
| 1970 | 366 | 29.8% | |
| 1980 | 464 | 26.8% | |
| 1990 | 529 | 14.0% | |
| 2000 | 765 | 44.6% | |
| 2010 | 2,666 | 248.5% | |
| 2020 | 4,730 | 77.4% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census | |||
The table below shows the different groups of people living in Grayson as of the 2020 census.
| Race | Num. | Perc. |
|---|---|---|
| White (non-Hispanic) | 1,691 | 35.75% |
| Black or African American (non-Hispanic) | 1,827 | 38.63% |
| Native American | 14 | 0.3% |
| Asian | 576 | 12.18% |
| Pacific Islander | 3 | 0.06% |
| Other/Mixed | 223 | 4.71% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 396 | 8.37% |
In 2020, there were 4,730 people living in Grayson. These people made up 1,245 households, with 1,049 of them being families.
Arts and Culture: Fun Events in Grayson
One of the most exciting events in Grayson is the Grayson Day Festival. This festival happens every year on a Saturday at the end of April. It's similar to the Snellville Days festival in nearby Snellville.
The Grayson Day Festival includes:
- A lively parade that goes down Main Street.
- Many food vendors selling tasty treats.
- Stands with crafts made by local artists.
- Live music performances for everyone to enjoy.
The city and local businesses help put on this event. It mostly takes place in the Grayson City Park, which is right in the middle of town. Students from Grayson High School, including the football team, marching band, and cheerleaders, often take part in the parade. Other local groups and politicians also join in, making the parade a favorite tradition for people living in Grayson.
Education: Schools and Libraries
The public schools in Grayson are part of the Gwinnett County Public Schools system. This system manages all the public schools in Gwinnett County.
For reading and learning, the Gwinnett County Public Library operates the Grayson Library Branch. It's a great place to find books, use computers, and attend programs.
Notable People: Famous Faces from Grayson
Grayson has been home to several interesting people who have made a name for themselves.
- Joyce Chandler - She is an educator and a politician. She was a member of the Georgia House of Representatives.
- Austin Meadows - A professional baseball player who grew up in Grayson.
- Nikki Merritt - A politician who is a member of the Georgia State Senate.
- Chuck Robbins - He is the chairman and CEO (Chief Executive Officer) of Cisco Systems, a big technology company. He was born in Grayson.
- Robert Nkemdiche - An NFL (National Football League) football player. He grew up in Grayson and started his football career at Grayson High School.
See also
In Spanish: Grayson (Georgia) para niños
