Mount Zion, Georgia Facts for Kids

Mount Zion is a small city located in Carroll County, Georgia, in the United States. It's a friendly community with a rich history. In 2020, about 1,766 people called Mount Zion home.

History of Mount Zion
Geography and Location
- Where is Mount Zion?
- Natural Surroundings
Population and People
- How Many People Live Here?
- Community Life
Notable People from Mount Zion
See also

History of Mount Zion

How Mount Zion Began

The city of Mount Zion was started in 1852. A man named Reverend Thomas Hicks Martin founded it. His family settled on land that once belonged to the Creek Confederacy.

At first, the area was known as Turkey Creek Mills. This name came from the many wild turkeys found there. Later, the community's name changed to Mount Zion. This new name came from the local Mount Zion Methodist Episcopal Church, which was started in 1865. The church quickly became a central part of the community. In 1878, Turkey Creek Mills officially became Mount Zion.

Education and City Status

In 1877, Reverend James Mitchell came to Mount Zion. He founded the Mount Zion Seminary. This school was the beginning of what is now Mount Zion High School.

The Georgia General Assembly officially made Mount Zion a town in 1912. It was re-established as a city in 1953 and again in 1978.

The City Flag

Mount Zion is one of the few places in the United States with a unique city flag. Its flag includes elements from the 1956 Georgia state flag. This design was inspired by the city flag of Trenton, Georgia. Mount Zion's city flag began flying on April 10, 2007.

Geography and Location

Where is Mount Zion?

Mount Zion is in the northern part of Carroll County. You can find it at coordinates 33°37′52″N 85°10′48″W. It is about 8 miles (13 km) northwest of Carrollton, which is the county seat. The city is also about 5 miles (8 km) southwest of Interstate 20 in Bremen.

Natural Surroundings

John Tanner Park is located just south of the city limits. It's a great place for outdoor activities. The park is easily accessible from Highway 16.

According to the United States Census Bureau, Mount Zion covers a total area of about 9.8 square miles (25.5 square kilometers). Most of this area, about 9.7 square miles (25.1 square kilometers), is land. The remaining 0.1 square miles (0.4 square kilometers) is water.

Population and People

How Many People Live Here?

Historical population
Census	Pop.	%±
1920	131	—
1930	121	−7.6%
1940	84	−30.6%
1950	141	67.9%
1960	211	49.6%
1970	264	25.1%
1980	445	68.6%
1990	511	14.8%
2000	1,275	149.5%
2010	1,696	33.0%
2020	1,766	4.1%
2023 (est.)	2,022	19.2%
U.S. Decennial Census

The population of Mount Zion has changed over the years. In 2000, there were 1,275 people living in the city. By 2010, the population grew to 1,696. The most recent count in 2020 showed 1,766 residents.

Community Life

In 2000, there were 434 households in Mount Zion. Many families lived there, with 44.5% of households having children under 18. About 63.6% of households were married couples. The average household had about 2.94 people.

The people in Mount Zion are of different ages. In 2000, about 31.3% of the population was under 18. About 34.4% were between 25 and 44 years old. The median age was 31 years, meaning half the population was younger and half was older.

Notable People from Mount Zion

Mount Zion has been home to some important individuals:

Walter Terry Colquitt: He was a Methodist preacher. He also served as a Representative and Senator for Georgia.
James Mitchell: He was a Methodist minister. He also worked as a U.S. Commissioner for President Abraham Lincoln.

Mount Zion, Georgia facts for kids

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