McIntyre, Georgia facts for kids
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McIntyre, Georgia
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Location in Wilkinson County and the state of Georgia
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| Country | United States |
| State | Georgia |
| County | Wilkinson |
| Area | |
| • Total | 5.37 sq mi (13.90 km2) |
| • Land | 5.18 sq mi (13.42 km2) |
| • Water | 0.18 sq mi (0.48 km2) |
| Elevation | 259 ft (79 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 575 |
| • Density | 110.94/sq mi (42.83/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
31054
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| Area code(s) | 478 |
| FIPS code | 13-48848 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0317929 |
McIntyre is a small town located in Wilkinson County, Georgia, in the United States. In 2020, the town had a population of 575 people. It is a quiet community with a history linked to the development of railroads in the area.
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History of McIntyre
McIntyre began as a small stop along the Central of Georgia Railway. This railway was very important for moving goods and people across the state. The town was named after Thomas McIntyre, who was an important official for the railroad company. The government of Georgia, called the Georgia General Assembly, officially made McIntyre a town in 1910.
Geography of McIntyre
McIntyre is located in the state of Georgia. Its exact coordinates are 32.847173 degrees North and 83.202057 degrees West. The town covers a total area of about 5.4 square miles (which is about 13.9 square kilometers). Most of this area, about 5.2 square miles (13.4 square kilometers), is land. The rest, about 0.2 square miles (0.5 square kilometers), is water. This means that a small part of the town's area is made up of rivers or other water bodies.
Population and People in McIntyre
Demographics is the study of a population, including how many people live somewhere and their different backgrounds. Here's how McIntyre's population has changed over the years:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1930 | 170 | — | |
| 1940 | 209 | 22.9% | |
| 1950 | 194 | −7.2% | |
| 1960 | 316 | 62.9% | |
| 1970 | 471 | 49.1% | |
| 1980 | 386 | −18.0% | |
| 1990 | 552 | 43.0% | |
| 2000 | 718 | 30.1% | |
| 2010 | 650 | −9.5% | |
| 2020 | 575 | −11.5% | |
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In 2000, there were 718 people living in McIntyre. These people lived in 253 households, and 180 of those were families. By 2020, the population had changed to 575 people.
Racial and Ethnic Makeup
The table below shows the different racial and ethnic groups living in McIntyre over time. The U.S. Census counts people based on their race and also tracks if they are of Hispanic or Latino background.
| Race / Ethnicity | Pop 2000 | Pop 2010 | Pop 2020 | % 2000 | % 2010 | % 2020 |
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| White (not Hispanic) | 261 | 187 | 135 | 36.35% | 28.77% | 23.48% |
| Black or African American (not Hispanic) | 413 | 403 | 376 | 57.52% | 62.00% | 65.39% |
| Mixed race or Multiracial (not Hispanic) | 5 | 6 | 18 | 0.70% | 0.92% | 3.13% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 38 | 54 | 46 | 5.29% | 8.31% | 8.00% |
| Total Population | 718 | 650 | 575 | 100.00% | 100.00% | 100.00% |
Notable People from McIntyre
Some well-known individuals have come from McIntyre:
- Kevin Brown – He is a famous baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball.
- Travis Jones – He is an assistant coach for the defensive line with the Atlanta Falcons, a professional American football team.
- Shannon family – This family became known for appearing on the TLC reality show called Here Comes Honey Boo Boo.
See also
In Spanish: McIntyre (Georgia) para niños
