Joppa, Alabama facts for kids
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Joppa, Alabama
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Census-designated place
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Reconstructed Joppa Collegiate Normal Institute
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Location in Cullman and Marshall counties, Alabama
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 Joppa, Alabama
Location in Alabama
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| Country | United States |
| State | Alabama |
| Counties | Cullman, Marshall |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.97 sq mi (5.11 km2) |
| • Land | 1.94 sq mi (5.04 km2) |
| • Water | 0.03 sq mi (0.07 km2) |
| Elevation | 997 ft (304 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 556 |
| • Density | 286.01/sq mi (110.40/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| GNIS feature ID | 2628595 |
| FIPS code | 01-39064 |
Joppa is a small community in Alabama, United States. It is located in both Cullman and Marshall counties. Joppa is known as a census-designated place (CDP). This means it's an area that the government counts for population, but it's not officially a city or town. In 2020, about 556 people lived there.
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History of Joppa
Joppa got its name from an old city called Jaffa. This city is located in a different part of the world.
Early Years and Census Records
In the early 1900s, Joppa was an official town. The U.S. Census counted its population from 1900 to 1920. After 1920, it was no longer listed as an official town. It didn't appear on the census again until 2010. That's when it became a census-designated place (CDP).
2011 Tornado Event
On April 27, 2011, a powerful tornado touched down near Joppa. This tornado was part of a very large storm system. It was called the 2011 Super Outbreak.
Geography of Joppa
Joppa is found in the northeastern part of Cullman County. A small part of the community also reaches north into Marshall County.
Size and Water Areas
The total area of Joppa is about 5.1 square kilometers (or 1.97 square miles). Most of this area is land. Only a small part, about 0.1 square kilometers (or 0.03 square miles), is water.
Nearby Locations and Roads
Joppa is located along Alabama State Route 69. This road helps people travel to and from the community. The city of Arab is about 3 miles northeast of Joppa. The town of Baileyton is about 4 miles southwest.
Population Information
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1900 | 130 | — | |
| 1910 | 167 | 28.5% | |
| 1920 | 166 | −0.6% | |
| 2010 | 501 | — | |
| 2020 | 556 | 11.0% | |
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The population of Joppa has changed over the years. In 1900, there were 130 people living there. By 2020, the population had grown to 556 people. These numbers come from the U.S. Census. The census helps us understand how many people live in different areas.
Notable People from Joppa
- Jack Lively, a former Major League Baseball pitcher for the Detroit Tigers.
See also
In Spanish: Joppa (Alabama) para niños
