Stanton, Tennessee facts for kids
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Stanton, Tennessee
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Location of Stanton in Haywood County, Tennessee.
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| Country | United States |
| State | Tennessee |
| County | Haywood |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.52 sq mi (1.34 km2) |
| • Land | 0.52 sq mi (1.34 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 315 ft (96 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 417 |
| • Density | 808.14/sq mi (311.93/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
38069
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| Area code(s) | 731 |
| FIPS code | 47-70820 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1303800 |
| Website | Stanton, TN |
Stanton is a small town located in Haywood County, Tennessee. In 2020, about 417 people lived there.
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Where is Stanton Located?
Stanton is found at these coordinates: 35°27′45″N 89°24′5″W / 35.46250°N 89.40139°W. It covers a total area of about 0.5 square miles (1.3 square kilometers), and all of it is land.
A Look at Stanton's History
How Stanton Began
Stanton's story started in the early 1830s. A man named Joseph Blackwell Stanton bought the land for about $3.50 per acre. He used his influence to make sure the railroad line passed through his property. This brought many families to the area from a nearby community called Wesley.
The first businesses in Stanton included a train depot run by Corydon Spencer and a store owned by F.W. Chaney. Mr. Chaney also became the town's first postmaster.
Growth and Early Buildings
After Joseph Blackwell Stanton passed away, his land went to his daughter, who was married to Colonel Nathan Adams. They started selling lots in town. Many businesses and homes from Wesley then moved to Stanton. Mrs. Adams was against alcohol and made sure that selling whiskey was not allowed in the town.
Over time, a hotel was built in the downtown area, though it no longer exists. The first Baptist church was built on land given by F.W. Chaney. This church also served as the town's first school. Later, the Methodist church was built on land from Mr. Somervell, bringing together the congregation from Wesley's Methodist church. The Presbyterian church was built in 1872, and the Church of Christ was established in 1952. The Masonic Lodge was built in 1871. The top floor was for the Masons, and the bottom floor was used as a school.
Challenges and Recovery
Stanton faced tough times during the Civil War. Many men from Stanton joined the Confederate Army. During the war, a Union general named W. H. L. Wallace and his troops camped near Corydon Spencer's property. They were fired upon by Confederate soldiers. General Wallace was reportedly angry and wanted to destroy the town, but Mr. Spencer convinced him not to.
Even though the town was saved from destruction, it suffered from two big fires later on. In 1874, a fire destroyed the lower part of the business area. Much of it was rebuilt with bricks. Another part of town was destroyed by a fire in 1922.
The town also faced a health crisis in 1878. Many families left the area due to fear, even though there were not many deaths in Stanton. One person who did pass away was John J. Ashe, who had returned to Stanton to help the sick.
Despite these difficulties, Stanton recovered and continued to grow. Many new homes and businesses were built. In 1927, Stanton officially became an incorporated town in Haywood County.
Who Lives in Stanton?
Population Changes Over Time
The number of people living in Stanton has changed quite a bit over the years. Here's a quick look at the population from different census counts:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1880 | 254 | — | |
| 1890 | 250 | −1.6% | |
| 1930 | 503 | — | |
| 1940 | 500 | −0.6% | |
| 1950 | 503 | 0.6% | |
| 1960 | 458 | −8.9% | |
| 1970 | 372 | −18.8% | |
| 1980 | 540 | 45.2% | |
| 1990 | 487 | −9.8% | |
| 2000 | 615 | 26.3% | |
| 2010 | 452 | −26.5% | |
| 2020 | 417 | −7.7% | |
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Stanton's Diverse Community (2020)
The table below shows the different groups of people who lived in Stanton in 2020. The US Census counts people based on their race and whether they are of Hispanic or Latino origin.
| Race / Ethnicity (NH = Non-Hispanic) | Pop 2000 | Pop 2010 | Pop 2020 | % 2000 | % 2010 | % 2020 |
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| White alone (NH) | 196 | 133 | 121 | 31.87% | 29.42% | 29.02% |
| Black or African American alone (NH) | 414 | 314 | 286 | 67.32% | 69.47% | 68.59% |
| Native American or Alaska Native alone (NH) | 1 | 1 | 3 | 0.16% | 0.22% | 0.72% |
| Asian alone (NH) | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.24% |
| Pacific Islander alone (NH) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0.16% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Some Other Race alone (NH) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Mixed race or Multiracial (NH) | 0 | 2 | 4 | 0.00% | 0.44% | 0.96% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 3 | 2 | 2 | 0.49% | 0.44% | 0.48% |
| Total | 615 | 452 | 417 | 100.00% | 100.00% | 100.00% |
Stanton's Economy and Future
A "Megasite" for Industry
Near Stanton, there's a very large piece of land, about 3,836 acres (1,552 hectares), set aside for a special industrial area. This "megasite" is meant for a huge factory or business, like a car assembly plant. In 2009, the state of Tennessee approved spending $40 million to buy this land.
Blue Oval City: A Big Investment
On September 27, 2021, a huge announcement was made! Ford and SK Innovation decided to build a massive complex called "Blue Oval City" at the megasite. This facility will make electric vehicles and their batteries.
This project is expected to cost around $5.6 billion, making it the biggest single investment in Tennessee's history! It's planned to start working in 2025 and will create about 5,700 jobs.
See also
In Spanish: Stanton (Tennessee) para niños
