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Ty Ty, Georgia
Ty Ty City Hall
Ty Ty City Hall
Location in Tift County and Georgia
Location in Tift County and Georgia
Country United States
State Georgia
County Tift
Area
 • Total 0.80 sq mi (2.07 km2)
 • Land 0.79 sq mi (2.04 km2)
 • Water 0.01 sq mi (0.03 km2)
Elevation
315 ft (96 m)
Population
 (2020)
 • Total 641
 • Density 813.45/sq mi (314.18/km2)
Time zone UTC-5 (Eastern (EST))
 • Summer (DST) UTC-4 (EDT)
ZIP code
31795
Area code(s) 229
FIPS code 13-78100
GNIS feature ID 0333293

Ty Ty is a small city located in Tift County, Georgia, in the United States. In 2020, about 641 people lived there. The city gets its unique name from a nearby stream called Ty Ty Creek.

Where is Ty Ty Located?

Ty Ty is found at coordinates 31°28′16″N 83°38′56″W / 31.47111°N 83.64889°W / 31.47111; -83.64889. This means it's in the southern part of Georgia.

How Big is Ty Ty?

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city covers a total area of about 2.07 square kilometers (or 0.8 square miles). Almost all of this area is land.

How Many People Live in Ty Ty?

The number of people living in Ty Ty has changed over the years. Here's a look at the population from different census years:

Historical population
Census Pop.
1890 353
1910 276
1920 403 46.0%
1930 452 12.2%
1940 442 −2.2%
1950 478 8.1%
1960 461 −3.6%
1970 447 −3.0%
1980 618 38.3%
1990 579 −6.3%
2000 716 23.7%
2010 725 1.3%
2020 641 −11.6%
U.S. Decennial Census
1850-1870 1870-1880
1890-1910 1920-1930
1940 1950 1960
1970 1980 1990
2000 2010

What is the Population of Ty Ty Like?

The 2020 United States census showed that 641 people lived in Ty Ty. These people made up 260 households and 202 families.

Different Backgrounds in Ty Ty

The city of Ty Ty is home to people from many different backgrounds. Here's a breakdown of the population in 2020:

Ty Ty racial composition as of 2020
Race Num. Perc.
White (non-Hispanic) 317 49.45%
Black or African American (non-Hispanic) 203 31.67%
Native American 2 0.31%
Asian 2 0.31%
Other/Mixed 17 2.65%
Hispanic or Latino 100 15.6%

Famous People from Ty Ty

Ty Ty has been home to some talented individuals who have achieved great things.

Darby Cottle Veazey: A Softball Star

Darby Cottle Veazey was born and grew up in Ty Ty. She became a very successful softball player. She was named an All-American twice, which means she was one of the best players in the country. Her number was even retired at Florida State University, a rare honor for athletes. In 1981, the USOC named her the "Best Amateur Softball Player" in the nation. She also won the important Broderick Award.

James "Big Chief" Wetherington: A Gospel Music Voice

Ty Ty is also the hometown of James “Big Chief” Wetherington. He was a famous bass singer known for his deep voice. He sang with many gospel music groups, and he was especially well-known for his time with The Statesmen.

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