Lookout Mountain, Georgia facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Lookout Mountain, Georgia
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High Falls at Rock City
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Location in Walker County and the state of Georgia
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| Country | United States | |
| State | Georgia | |
| County | Walker | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 2.66 sq mi (6.89 km2) | |
| • Land | 2.66 sq mi (6.89 km2) | |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) | |
| Elevation | 1,801 ft (549 m) | |
| Population
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| • Total | 1,641 | |
| • Density | 617.15/sq mi (238.29/km2) | |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) | |
| ZIP code |
30750
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| Area code(s) | 706/762 | |
| FIPS code | 13-47336 | |
| GNIS feature ID | 0332265 | |
Lookout Mountain is a city located in Walker County, Georgia, United States. It shares a border with its sister town, Lookout Mountain, Tennessee. This city is part of the larger Chattanooga metropolitan area.
In 2020, about 1,641 people lived here. The city is built on Lookout Mountain, which is famous for fun places like Rock City. While some people think Covenant College is in Lookout Mountain, Georgia, it's actually in nearby Dade County.
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Exploring Lookout Mountain, Georgia
Lookout Mountain, Georgia, is a unique city because it sits on top of a mountain. It's a great place to live and visit, known for its natural beauty and attractions.
Where is Lookout Mountain?
The city of Lookout Mountain is located at coordinates 34.975307 degrees North and 85.354826 degrees West. It covers an area of about 2.7 square miles (6.9 square kilometers). All of this area is land, with no large bodies of water inside the city limits.
Who Lives in Lookout Mountain?
The number of people living in Lookout Mountain has changed over the years. Here's how the population has looked according to the U.S. Census:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1970 | 1,538 | — | |
| 1980 | 1,505 | −2.1% | |
| 1990 | 1,636 | 8.7% | |
| 2000 | 1,617 | −1.2% | |
| 2010 | 1,602 | −0.9% | |
| 2020 | 1,641 | 2.4% | |
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In 2020, the city had 1,641 residents. There were 612 households and 465 families living in Lookout Mountain. Most residents identify as White (non-Hispanic). There are also smaller groups of people from other backgrounds, including Black or African American, Native American, Asian, and those of mixed heritage. About 1.65% of the population identifies as Hispanic or Latino.
Colleges Near Lookout Mountain
Covenant College is a private college located very close to Lookout Mountain, Georgia. It's actually in the neighboring county, Dade County. This college is connected with the Presbyterian Church in America (PCA). It offers many different study programs for students.
See also
In Spanish: Lookout Mountain (Georgia) para niños
