Greenville, Florida facts for kids
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Greenville, Florida
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| Town of Greenville | |
Historic Bishop-Andrews Hotel
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Location in Madison County and the state of Florida
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Florida |
| County | Madison |
| Settled (Sandy Ford) |
1850 |
| Settled (Station Five) |
1861–1865 |
| Incorporated (Town of Greenville) |
1907 |
| Government | |
| • Type | Mayor-Council |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.32 sq mi (3.41 km2) |
| • Land | 1.32 sq mi (3.41 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 98 ft (30 m) |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 746 |
| • Density | 566.44/sq mi (218.78/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
32331
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| Area code(s) | 850 |
| FIPS code | 12-27575 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0283426 |
Greenville is a small town located in Madison County, Florida, in the United States. It's a quiet community with a rich history. In 2020, about 746 people lived there.
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History of Greenville
Greenville was first settled in 1850. It was originally called "Sandy Ford". During the American Civil War, it was renamed "Station Five". This name came from its spot along the Pensacola and Georgia Railroad.
How Greenville Got Its Name
The town was officially made a town in 1907. It was named "Town of Greenville" because of a special reason. During the US Civil War, a group of women in the community had a sewing circle. They helped sew for Confederate soldiers. After the war, the postmaster and other residents decided to name the town after the birthplace of Mrs. U.M. Roberts. She was the president of that sewing circle, and she was from Greenville, North Carolina.
Famous Residents
The famous musician Ray Charles lived with his mother in Greenville during his childhood. There is even a statue of him in Greenville Park today.
Geography of Greenville
Greenville is located in the western part of Madison County. Its exact coordinates are 30.467 degrees North latitude and 83.635 degrees West longitude.
Roads and Travel
Several important roads pass through or near Greenville:
- U.S. Route 90 goes through the north side of town. It leads east about 13 miles to Madison, which is the county seat. It goes northwest about 16 miles to Monticello.
- U.S. Route 221 runs through the center of Greenville. It goes south about 26 miles to Perry and north about 24 miles to Quitman, Georgia.
- Interstate 10 is about 2 miles south of town. You can get onto US-221 at Exit 241. I-10 goes west about 41 miles to Tallahassee, the state capital. It goes east about 63 miles to Lake City.
Land Area
The town of Greenville covers a total area of about 1.3 square miles (3.4 square kilometers). All of this area is land.
Climate in Greenville
The weather in Greenville has hot and humid summers. The winters are usually mild. According to the Köppen climate classification system, Greenville has a humid subtropical climate (Cfa). This means it has warm temperatures and plenty of rain throughout the year.
Greenville's Population
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1910 | 751 | — | |
| 1920 | 668 | −11.1% | |
| 1930 | 904 | 35.3% | |
| 1940 | 1,114 | 23.2% | |
| 1950 | 1,163 | 4.4% | |
| 1960 | 1,318 | 13.3% | |
| 1970 | 1,141 | −13.4% | |
| 1980 | 1,096 | −3.9% | |
| 1990 | 950 | −13.3% | |
| 2000 | 837 | −11.9% | |
| 2010 | 843 | 0.7% | |
| 2020 | 746 | −11.5% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census | |||
The population of Greenville has changed over the years. In 2010, there were 843 people living in the town. By 2020, the population had decreased slightly to 746 people.
Households and Families
In 2020, there were 746 people living in Greenville. These people lived in 378 households, and 218 of these were families.
Education in Greenville
Students in Greenville attend schools that are part of the District School Board of Madison County.
Local Schools
- Greenville Elementary School serves younger students.
- Older students go to Madison County Central School for middle school grades.
- For high school, students attend Madison County High School.
Public Library
The Suwanee River Regional Library System also runs the Greenville Library. This library provides books and resources for everyone in the community.
Notable People from Greenville
Greenville has been home to several well-known individuals:
- Ray Charles: A legendary R&B musician. He spent part of his childhood here.
- Geno Hayes: A former professional NFL linebacker. He played for teams like the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Jacksonville Jaguars. He also played for the Florida State Seminoles.
- Chris Thompson: Another former NFL running back. He played for the Washington Redskins and the Jacksonville Jaguars, and also for the Florida State Seminoles.
See also
In Spanish: Greenville (Florida) para niños
