Rossville, Georgia facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Rossville, Georgia
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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 | 1.81 sq mi (4.68 km2) | ||
| • Land | 1.81 sq mi (4.68 km2) | ||
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.01 km2) | ||
| Elevation | 699 ft (213 m) | ||
| Population
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| • Total | 3,980 | ||
| • Density | 2,203.77/sq mi (850.87/km2) | ||
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) | ||
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) | ||
| ZIP code |
30741
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| Area code(s) | 706/762, 423 | ||
| FIPS code | 13-67256 | ||
| GNIS feature ID | 0332928 | ||
Rossville is a city located in Walker County, Georgia, in the United States. In 2020, about 3,980 people lived there. It is part of the larger Chattanooga area, which includes parts of both Tennessee and Georgia.
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History of Rossville
A post office has been open in Rossville since 1817. The city is named after Cherokee Chief John Ross. He lived here before his people were forced to move to Oklahoma. This difficult journey is known as the Trail of Tears. The city officially became a city in 1905.
The John Ross House is a historic log cabin in Rossville. It was named a National Historic Landmark in 1973. This means it is a very important place in American history.
Geography and Location
Rossville is a suburb of Chattanooga, Tennessee. The state line between Tennessee and Georgia separates the two cities. The city sits in a wide valley. To the east is Missionary Ridge, and to the west is Lookout Mountain.
Fort Oglethorpe and the Chickamauga and Chattanooga National Military Park are located southeast of Rossville. They are just across Missionary Ridge. U.S. Route 27 is a main road that connects Rossville to Chattanooga and Fort Oglethorpe. The city covers about 1.8 square miles (4.68 square kilometers) of land.
Population and People
Rossville has seen its population change over the years.
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1910 | 1,059 | — | |
| 1920 | 1,427 | 34.7% | |
| 1930 | 3,230 | 126.3% | |
| 1940 | 3,538 | 9.5% | |
| 1950 | 3,892 | 10.0% | |
| 1960 | 4,665 | 19.9% | |
| 1970 | 3,957 | −15.2% | |
| 1980 | 3,849 | −2.7% | |
| 1990 | 3,601 | −6.4% | |
| 2000 | 3,511 | −2.5% | |
| 2010 | 4,105 | 16.9% | |
| 2020 | 3,980 | −3.0% | |
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Population in 2020
In 2020, there were 3,980 people living in Rossville. There were 1,457 households and 1,051 families. Most people identified as White, with a significant number identifying as Black or African American. There were also people of Native American, Asian, and other backgrounds. About 5.65% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
Population in 2010
In 2010, Rossville had 4,105 people. There were 1,507 households. About 29.6% of these households had children under 18. The average household had 2.26 people. The average family had 2.85 people.
The population was spread out by age. About 24.6% were under 18. About 20.4% were 65 or older. The average age was 37 years old.
Famous People from Rossville
Many interesting people have come from Rossville.
- Lauren Alaina - A popular country music singer.
- Kane Brown - Another well-known country music singer.
- Bob Burcham - A professional racing driver.
- Ashley Harkleroad - A professional tennis player.
- Martin Scott - A politician who served in the Georgia House of Representatives.
- Terry Gordy - A professional wrestler.
See also
In Spanish: Rossville (Georgia) para niños
