Savannah, Ohio facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Savannah, Ohio
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Houses on South Main Street
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Location of Savannah, Ohio
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Location of Savannah in Ashland County
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| Country | United States |
| State | Ohio |
| County | Ashland |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.57 sq mi (1.47 km2) |
| • Land | 0.56 sq mi (1.45 km2) |
| • Water | 0.01 sq mi (0.02 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,102 ft (336 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 329 |
| • Density | 587.50/sq mi (226.67/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
44874
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| Area code(s) | 419 |
| FIPS code | 39-70576 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2399764 |
Savannah is a small village located in Ashland County, Ohio, in the United States. In 2020, about 329 people lived there.
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Discovering Savannah's Past
Savannah was first planned and settled in 1818. A post office opened in the village in 1839. This helped people send and receive mail.
Exploring Savannah's Geography
Savannah is located along the Vermilion River. This river adds to the natural beauty of the area.
The village covers a total area of about 0.58 square miles (1.47 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, with a very small part being water.
Savannah's Population Story
The number of people living in Savannah has changed over the years. Here's a quick look at how the population has grown and shrunk:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1860 | 2,230 | — | |
| 1870 | 394 | −82.3% | |
| 1880 | 342 | −13.2% | |
| 1890 | 325 | −5.0% | |
| 1900 | 290 | −10.8% | |
| 1910 | 262 | −9.7% | |
| 1920 | 268 | 2.3% | |
| 1930 | 338 | 26.1% | |
| 1940 | 358 | 5.9% | |
| 1950 | 407 | 13.7% | |
| 1960 | 409 | 0.5% | |
| 1970 | 361 | −11.7% | |
| 1980 | 351 | −2.8% | |
| 1990 | 363 | 3.4% | |
| 2000 | 372 | 2.5% | |
| 2010 | 413 | 11.0% | |
| 2020 | 329 | −20.3% | |
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What the 2010 Census Showed
In 2010, there were 413 people living in Savannah. These people lived in 139 households. A household is a group of people living together in one home.
Most of the people in Savannah were White (97.3%). A small number were African American (1.2%) or Native American (1.0%). About 1.7% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
The average age of people in the village was about 33.3 years old. About 29.8% of residents were under 18 years old. Also, 9.4% were 65 years old or older. The population was almost evenly split between males (49.4%) and females (50.6%).
Famous People from Savannah
Some notable individuals have connections to Savannah:
- Sarah Hearst Black: A social reformer who worked to improve society.
- Eunice Lea Kettering: A talented composer who created music.
See also
In Spanish: Savannah (Ohio) para niños
