Pooler, Georgia facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Pooler, Georgia
City
Pooler City, Georgia
Pooler Parkway & Tanger Outlets Blvd.
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Motto(s):  Pride, Family, Honor
Location in Chatham County and the state of Georgia
Country	United States
State	Georgia
County	Chatham
First settled	1838
Incorporated as a town	1907
Incorporated as a city	1976
Government
• Type	Council-manager government
Area
• Total	27.90 sq mi (72.25 km2)
• Land	27.71 sq mi (71.76 km2)
• Water	0.19 sq mi (0.49 km2)
Elevation	20 ft (6 m)
Population  (2020)
• Total	25,711
• Estimate  (2023)	29,544
• Density	921.54/sq mi (355.862/km2)
Time zone	UTC−5 (Eastern (EST))
• Summer (DST)	UTC−4 (EDT)
ZIP Code	31322
Area code(s)	912
FIPS code	13-62104
GNIS feature ID	0332725

Pooler is a growing city in Chatham County, Georgia, in the United States. It's located northwest of Savannah. Pooler is known for its fast growth and being a key part of the Savannah metropolitan area. In 2020, about 25,711 people lived here. This was a big jump from its population in 2010.

History of Pooler

Pooler got its name from Robert William Pooler, who worked for the railroad.

Pooler During the Civil War

During the Civil War, Pooler was an important railway stop. It was called Pooler's Station. This was the last stop before reaching Savannah on the Central of Georgia Railway. In December 1864, Union Army officers met in Pooler. They were led by William Tecumseh Sherman. They talked with Savannah leaders to arrange the peaceful surrender of the city.

Geography of Pooler

Welcome to Pooler, Georgia.

Pooler is located in the northwestern part of Chatham County. It is next to Port Wentworth to the north and Garden City to the east. Savannah is to its north and south. Bloomingdale is to the west.

How to Get Around Pooler

U.S. Route 80 crosses Interstate 95 just east of Pooler's center. US 80 goes about 9 miles east to downtown Savannah. Interstate 95 goes north into South Carolina. It also goes south about 132 miles to Jacksonville, Florida.

Size of Pooler

The city of Pooler covers a total area of about 27.90 square miles (72.25 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, about 27.71 square miles (71.76 square kilometers). A small part, about 0.19 square miles (0.49 square kilometers), is water.

Population in Pooler

Pooler has grown a lot over the years. In 2020, there were 25,711 people living in the city. There were 8,794 households and 6,130 families.

Population Growth Over Time

• 1910: 337 people
• 1920: 443 people
• 1930: 499 people
• 1940: 736 people
• 1950: 818 people
• 1960: 1,073 people
• 1970: 1,517 people
• 1980: 2,540 people
• 1990: 4,453 people
• 2000: 6,239 people
• 2010: 19,140 people
• 2020: 25,711 people

The city's population has increased greatly, especially since 2000. This shows how fast Pooler is growing.

Economy of Pooler

Pooler has attracted many big companies. This has helped the city's economy grow.

Major Companies in Pooler

• JCB: This company makes construction equipment. Its North American headquarters are in Pooler.
• Blue Force Gear: This company makes tactical gear. It is also based in Pooler.
• Gulfstream Aerospace: This company is near the Savannah-Hilton Head International Airport. It is one of the biggest private jet makers in the United States. It provides many jobs in the area.
• Hyundai Motor Group Metaplant America: This large car factory is being built nearby. It will create many jobs when it is finished.

Shopping and Community

Pooler is also a popular place for shopping. You can find places like Tanger Outlets and Costco here. A new Wawa convenience store is also planned. The city is growing fast because it has a low crime rate and a friendly community feel.

Notable People from Pooler

• Jared Wade, a country music singer-songwriter
• Buddy Carter, a U.S. representative for Georgia's 1st district

See also

In Spanish: Pooler para niños