Sharon, Georgia facts for kids
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Sharon, Georgia
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Location in Taliaferro County and the state of Georgia
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| Country | United States |
| State | Georgia |
| County | Taliaferro |
| Incorporated (city) | 1884 |
| Government | |
| • Type | Mayor-council government |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.78 sq mi (2.03 km2) |
| • Land | 0.78 sq mi (2.02 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.01 km2) |
| Elevation | 600 ft (183 m) |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 104 |
| • Density | 133.33/sq mi (51.46/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
30664
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| Area code(s) | 706 |
| FIPS code | 13-69896 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0322779 |
Sharon is a small city located in Taliaferro County, Georgia, in the United States. In 2020, about 104 people lived there.
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History of Sharon, Georgia
The community of Sharon has been shown on maps since at least 1865. The name "Sharon" comes from the Plain of Sharon, a place mentioned in the Hebrew Bible.
How Sharon Became a City
In 1884, the Georgia General Assembly officially made Sharon a town. This means it was given the power to govern itself.
The Electric Health Resort
In the 1890s, Sharon was a busy place. Thousands of people visited a special spot nearby called the Electric Health Resort. People believed that touching the bedrock in an underground room there could help them heal. The resort had a hotel, a lake, and even its own post office. Sadly, the resort later burned down.
Geography of Sharon
Sharon is located at 33°33′31″N 82°47′38″W / 33.55861°N 82.79389°W. This means it is in the northern hemisphere, west of the Prime Meridian.
Area and Size
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city covers about 0.8 square miles (2.03 square kilometers). Almost all of this area is land.
Population and Demographics
The population of Sharon has changed over the years. Here's how many people have lived there during different census counts:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1890 | 172 | — | |
| 1900 | 319 | 85.5% | |
| 1910 | 293 | −8.2% | |
| 1920 | 282 | −3.8% | |
| 1930 | 253 | −10.3% | |
| 1940 | 282 | 11.5% | |
| 1950 | 224 | −20.6% | |
| 1960 | 264 | 17.9% | |
| 1970 | 160 | −39.4% | |
| 1980 | 140 | −12.5% | |
| 1990 | 94 | −32.9% | |
| 2000 | 105 | 11.7% | |
| 2010 | 140 | 33.3% | |
| 2020 | 104 | −25.7% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census 1850-1870 1870-1880 1890-1910 1920-1930 1940 1950 1960 1970 1980 1990 2000 2010 2020 |
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In 2000, 105 people lived in Sharon. By 2020, the population was 104 people.
Notable People from Sharon
- Lloyd D. Brown was a United States Army Major General. A Major General is a very high-ranking officer in the army. He led the 28th Infantry Division during World War II.
See also
In Spanish: Sharon (Georgia) para niños
