Tiger, Georgia facts for kids
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Tiger, Georgia
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Town Hall in Tiger
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Location in Rabun County and the state of Georgia
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| Country | United States |
| State | Georgia |
| County | Rabun |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.83 sq mi (2.15 km2) |
| • Land | 0.83 sq mi (2.15 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,962 ft (598 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 422 |
| • Density | 509.66/sq mi (196.71/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
30576
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| Area code(s) | 706 |
| FIPS code | 13-76504 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2406733 |
Tiger is a small town located in Rabun County, Georgia, in the United States. In 2020, about 422 people lived there. This was an increase from 408 people in 2010.
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The Story of Tiger
Tiger became an official town in 1904. This means the Georgia General Assembly (like a state government) made it a real town.
There are two interesting stories about how Tiger got its name. One story says it was named after a Cherokee chief called Tiger Tail. The other, more likely story, is that the name came from the sounds of panthers roaming the area.
Where is Tiger Located?
Tiger is in the very northeastern part of Georgia. It is only a few miles west of the border with South Carolina. It is also a few miles south of the border with North Carolina.
The town is about 1,962 feet (598 meters) above sea level. Some wooded hills nearby reach even higher, up to 2,100 to 2,200 feet. Tiger sits at the bottom of Tiger Mountain, which is 2,856 feet tall. This mountain is a big part of the Blue Ridge Mountains.
According to the United States Census Bureau, the town covers an area of about 0.8 square miles (2.1 square kilometers). All of this area is land.
How Many People Live in Tiger?
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1910 | 125 | — | |
| 1920 | 167 | 33.6% | |
| 1930 | 137 | −18.0% | |
| 1940 | 289 | 110.9% | |
| 1950 | 269 | −6.9% | |
| 1960 | 277 | 3.0% | |
| 1970 | 312 | 12.6% | |
| 1980 | 299 | −4.2% | |
| 1990 | 301 | 0.7% | |
| 2000 | 316 | 5.0% | |
| 2010 | 408 | 29.1% | |
| 2020 | 422 | 3.4% | |
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In 2000, there were 316 people living in Tiger. These people lived in 137 households. About 77 of these households were families. The population density was about 384 people per square mile.
Most people in Tiger were White (98.10%). A small number were African American (1.90%). About 1.90% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
Households and Families
Out of the 137 households, 25.5% had children under 18 living there. Almost half (46.0%) were married couples living together. About 8.8% had a female head of household with no husband present.
Many households (38.0%) were made up of just one person. About 15.3% of households had someone aged 65 or older living alone. The average household had 2.23 people. The average family had 3.01 people.
Age Groups
The population in Tiger was spread out across different age groups.
- 21.5% were under 18 years old.
- 7.3% were from 18 to 24 years old.
- 23.1% were from 25 to 44 years old.
- 27.8% were from 45 to 64 years old.
- 20.3% were 65 years or older.
The median age in Tiger was 44 years. This means half the people were younger than 44 and half were older.
Education in Tiger
The main offices for the Rabun County Board of Education are in Tiger. They are located in the building that used to be South Rabun Elementary School.
Just southeast of Tiger, you can find several schools:
- Rabun County High School (for grades 9-12)
- Rabun County Middle School (for grades 7-8)
- Rabun County Elementary School (for grades 3-6)
- Rabun County Primary School (for pre-kindergarten to grade 2)
What to Do in Tiger
Tiger has several interesting places to visit and things to do.
- Tiger Drive-In: An old-fashioned movie theater where you watch movies from your car.
- Goats on the Roof: A fun place with goats living on the roof!
- Tiger Mountain Vineyards and Stonewall Creek Vineyards: Places where grapes are grown to make wine.
Tiger is also home to important community places. These include the county senior center and an assisted living center called Traces of Tiger. Camp Covecrest, a Life Teen retreat center, is also located here. It is a place for summer camps and missions.
Famous People from Tiger
Some notable people have connections to Tiger:
- Matt Gurtler: A state representative, which means he helps make laws for Georgia.
- Charlie Woerner: A tight end who plays professional football for the Atlanta Falcons.
- Gunner Stockton: A quarterback who plays college football for the University of Georgia Bulldogs.
See also
In Spanish: Tiger (Georgia) para niños
