Oconee, Georgia facts for kids
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Oconee, Georgia
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Location in Washington County and the state of Georgia
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| Country | United States |
| State | Georgia |
| County | Washington |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.30 sq mi (3.36 km2) |
| • Land | 1.30 sq mi (3.36 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 230 ft (70 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 197 |
| • Density | 151.77/sq mi (58.60/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
31067
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| Area code(s) | 478 |
| FIPS code | 13-57456 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0332556 |
Oconee is a small city in Washington County, Georgia, in the United States. In 2020, about 197 people lived there. It's a quiet place with a rich history connected to a Native American tribe.
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What's in a Name? The History of Oconee
The name "Oconee" comes from the Oconee people. They were a Native American tribe who spoke a language called Hitchiti. They lived in central Georgia between 1692 and 1715. The Oconee tribe first lived in a place called Oconee Old Town. Later, in the early 1700s, they moved closer to the Chattahoochee River. You might see their name spelled in different ways, like Ocone or Oconi.
The city of Oconee got its name from the Oconee River, which was named after the tribe. The city started in the early 1840s. This was when the railroad reached that area, helping the town grow. In 1876, the Georgia General Assembly officially made Oconee a town.
Famous People from Oconee
Oconee is the hometown of some important people in music history. Berry Gordy Sr. and his wife, Bertha Fuller Gordy, lived here. They are the parents of Berry Gordy Jr., who is a legendary music producer. Berry Gordy Jr. founded Motown Records, a very famous music company. His parents left Oconee in 1922.
Where is Oconee Located?
Oconee is located at 32°51′23″N 82°57′16″W / 32.85639°N 82.95444°W. This means it's in a specific spot on the map. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city covers about 1.1 square miles (2.8 square kilometers) of land. There is no water area within the city limits.
How Many People Live in Oconee?
The number of people living in Oconee has changed over the years. Here's a look at the population from different census reports:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1970 | 262 | — | |
| 1980 | 306 | 16.8% | |
| 1990 | 234 | −23.5% | |
| 2000 | 280 | 19.7% | |
| 2010 | 252 | −10.0% | |
| 2020 | 197 | −21.8% | |
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In 2000, there were 280 people living in Oconee. These people lived in 94 households, and 67 of those were families. By 2020, the population had become 197 people.
See also
In Spanish: Oconee (Georgia) para niños
