Helena, Georgia facts for kids
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Helena, Georgia
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Helena Water Tower
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Location in Telfair County and the state of Georgia
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| Country | United States |
| State | Georgia |
| Counties | Telfair, Wheeler |
| Area | |
| • Total | 2.1 sq mi (5.5 km2) |
| • Land | 2.1 sq mi (5.5 km2) |
| • Water | 0 sq mi (0 km2) |
| Elevation | 240 ft (73 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 2,883 |
| • Density | 1,098.6/sq mi (419.5/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
31037
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| Area code(s) | 229 |
| FIPS code | 13-37816 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0315302 |
Helena was a city in the state of Georgia, United States. It was located in Telfair and Wheeler counties. In 2010, about 2,883 people lived there. This number was higher than in previous years.
On January 1, 2015, Helena joined with the nearby city of McRae. Together, they formed a new city called McRae-Helena.
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History of Helena
How Helena Began
The Georgia General Assembly, which is like the state's law-making group, officially made Helena a town in 1890. No one knows for sure why the name "Helena" was chosen for this community.
Joining with McRae
By 2013, Helena faced challenges managing its city services. The city's water system was becoming too big to handle easily. If Helena had only given its water services to McRae, it would have lost many other important city functions.
So, the leaders of Helena and McRae decided to combine their cities. This idea was approved by law on April 10, 2014. At midnight on January 1, 2015, Helena and McRae officially became one city, now known as McRae-Helena.
Where Helena Was Located
Helena was located at 32°4′29″N 82°54′46″W / 32.07472°N 82.91278°W. This means it was in the southern part of Georgia.
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city covered a total area of about 2.1 square miles (5.5 square kilometers). All of this area was land, with no large bodies of water inside the city limits.
Population and People
Population Changes Over Time
The number of people living in Helena changed quite a bit over the years.
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1900 | 604 | — | |
| 1910 | 890 | 47.4% | |
| 1920 | 928 | 4.3% | |
| 1930 | 963 | 3.8% | |
| 1940 | 1,073 | 11.4% | |
| 1950 | 1,027 | −4.3% | |
| 1960 | 1,290 | 25.6% | |
| 1970 | 1,230 | −4.7% | |
| 1980 | 1,390 | 13.0% | |
| 1990 | 1,256 | −9.6% | |
| 2000 | 2,307 | 83.7% | |
| 2010 | 2,883 | 25.0% | |
| 2018 (est.) | 2,893 | 0.3% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census 1850-1870 1870-1880 1890-1910 1920-1930 1940 1950 1960 1970 1980 1990 2000 2010 |
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In 2000, there were 2,307 people living in Helena. This included 520 households and 322 families. The city had about 1,092 people per square mile.
Diversity in Helena
In 2000, the people living in Helena came from different backgrounds. About 42% were White, and about 54% were African American. A small number of people were Asian or from other races. About 3% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
Households and Families
Of the 520 households in 2000, about 30% had children under 18 living with them. About 37% were married couples. Some households (20%) had a female head without a husband. About 34% of households were individuals living alone. About 15% of these were people aged 65 or older.
The average household had about 2.38 people. The average family had about 3.04 people.
Age Distribution
The population of Helena in 2000 included people of all ages. About 14% were under 18 years old. About 44% were between 25 and 44 years old. About 7% were 65 years or older. The average age in the city was 33 years.
Income Levels
In 2000, the average income for a household in Helena was $22,212 per year. For families, the average income was $25,543. The average income per person in the city was $9,520. About 25% of families and 29% of all people lived below the poverty line. This included many children and some older adults.
Images for kids
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Helena Water Tower
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Location of Helena in Telfair County, Georgia
See also
In Spanish: Helena (Georgia) para niños
