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| The city of '''Vienna''' ({{IPAc-en|v|aɪ|ˈ|ɛ|n|ə}})<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.cityofvienna.org/Assets/Files/DOWNTOWN%20BROCHURE.pdf|title=Visit Historic Vienna, Georgia|publisher=City of Vienna|access-date=October 4, 2019}}</ref> is the ]<ref name="GR6">{{cite web| url=http://www.naco.org/Counties/Pages/FindACounty.aspx| access-date=2011-06-07| title=Find a County| publisher=National Association of Counties}}</ref> of ], ], United States. The population was |
The city of '''Vienna''' ({{IPAc-en|v|aɪ|ˈ|ɛ|n|ə}})<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.cityofvienna.org/Assets/Files/DOWNTOWN%20BROCHURE.pdf|title=Visit Historic Vienna, Georgia|publisher=City of Vienna|access-date=October 4, 2019}}</ref> is the ]<ref name="GR6">{{cite web| url=http://www.naco.org/Counties/Pages/FindACounty.aspx| access-date=2011-06-07| title=Find a County| publisher=National Association of Counties}}</ref> of ], ], United States. The population was 2,928 in 2020. Vienna is situated on the ]. It was established as '''Berrien''' in 1826. In 1833, its name was changed to '''Drayton'''. In 1841, it was renamed '''Vienna'''. Vienna was disincorporated at the time they changed the city's name to '''Vienna'''. The present name is after ], in Austria.<ref>{{cite book | url=http://www.kenkrakow.com/gpn/v.pdf| title=Georgia Place-Names: Their History and Origins | publisher=Winship Press | author=Krakow, Kenneth K. | year=1975 | location=Macon, GA | pages=242 | isbn=0-915430-00-2}}</ref> | ||
| ==History== | ==History== | ||
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| Vienna is located in southern Dooly County. ] passes through the center of town as Third Street, leading north {{convert|13|mi}} to ] and south {{convert|9|mi|0}} to ]. ] passes {{convert|2|mi|0}} east of the center of town (and forms the eastern border of the city), with access from Exits 109 and 112. I-75 leads north {{convert|55|mi}} to ] and south {{convert|49|mi}} to ]. | Vienna is located in southern Dooly County. ] passes through the center of town as Third Street, leading north {{convert|13|mi}} to ] and south {{convert|9|mi|0}} to ]. ] passes {{convert|2|mi|0}} east of the center of town (and forms the eastern border of the city), with access from Exits 109 and 112. I-75 leads north {{convert|55|mi}} to ] and south {{convert|49|mi}} to ]. | ||
| According to the ], Vienna has a total area of {{convert|14.2|km2|order=flip}}, of which {{convert|0.07|km2|order=flip|2}}, or 0.46%, is water.<ref name="Census 2010"/> | According to the ], Vienna has a total area of {{convert|14.2|km2|order=flip}}, of which {{convert|0.07|km2|order=flip|2}}, or 0.46%, is water.<ref name="Census 2010">{{cite web |title=Geographic Identifiers: 2010 Demographic Profile Data (G001): Vienna city, Georgia |url=http://factfinder2.census.gov/bkmk/table/1.0/en/DEC/10_DP/G001/1600000US1379444 |access-date=October 23, 2015 |publisher=U.S. Census Bureau, American Factfinder}}{{dead link|bot=medic|date=April 2020}}{{cbignore|bot=medic}}</ref> | ||
| ===Climate=== | ===Climate=== | ||
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| |footnote=U.S. Decennial Census<ref name="DecennialCensus">{{cite web|url=https://www.census.gov/programs-surveys/decennial-census.html|title=Census of Population and Housing|publisher=Census.gov|access-date=June 4, 2015}}</ref> | |footnote=U.S. Decennial Census<ref name="DecennialCensus">{{cite web|url=https://www.census.gov/programs-surveys/decennial-census.html|title=Census of Population and Housing|publisher=Census.gov|access-date=June 4, 2015}}</ref> | ||
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| ===2020 census=== | |||
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| |+Vienna racial composition<ref>{{Cite web|title=Explore Census Data|url=https://data.census.gov/cedsci/table?g=1600000US1379444&tid=DECENNIALPL2020.P2|access-date=2021-12-18|website=data.census.gov}}</ref> | |+Vienna racial composition as of 2020<ref>{{Cite web|title=Explore Census Data|url=https://data.census.gov/cedsci/table?g=1600000US1379444&tid=DECENNIALPL2020.P2|access-date=2021-12-18|website=data.census.gov}}</ref> | ||
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| As of the ], there were 2,928 people, 1,492 households, and 1,015 families residing in the city. | As of the ], there were 2,928 people, 1,492 households, and 1,015 families residing in the city. | ||
| ===2000 census=== | |||
| As of the ]<ref name="GR2" /> of 2000, there were 2,973 people, 1,068 households, and 761 families residing in the city. The population density was {{convert|566.2|PD/sqmi|PD/km2|sp=us|adj=off}}. There were 1,180 housing units at an average density of {{convert|224.7|/sqmi|/km2|sp=us|adj=off}}. The racial makeup of the city was 66.87% ], 27.68% ], 0.20% ], 0.40% ], 0.44% ], 3.77% from ], and 0.64% from two or more races. ] or ] of any race were 5.58% of the population. | |||
| There were 1,068 households, out of which 36.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 36.8% were ] living together, 28.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 28.7% were non-families. 25.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 11.0% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.75 and the average family size was 3.27. | |||
| In the city, the population was spread out, with 30.8% under the age of 18, 12.3% from 18 to 24, 26.1% from 25 to 44, 20.5% from 45 to 64, and 10.3% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 30 years. For every 100 females, there were 85.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 80.2 males. | |||
| The median income for a household in the city was $24,276, and the median income for a family was $30,574. Males had a median income of $24,063 versus $17,664 for females. The ] for the city was $12,419. About 24.5% of families and 29.0% of the population were below the ], including 34.1% of those under age 18 and 31.2% of those age 65 or over. | |||
| ==Arts and culture== | ==Arts and culture== | ||
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City in Georgia, United States
| Vienna, Georgia | |
|---|---|
| City | |
 Vienna City Hall | |
 Location in Dooly County and the state of Georgia | |
| Coordinates: 32°6′N 83°48′W / 32.100°N 83.800°W / 32.100; -83.800 | |
| Country | United States |
| State | Georgia |
| County | Dooly |
| Government | |
| • Mayor | Eddie Daniels |
| Area | |
| • Total | 5.57 sq mi (14.44 km) |
| • Land | 5.55 sq mi (14.37 km) |
| • Water | 0.03 sq mi (0.07 km) |
| Elevation | 331 ft (101 m) |
| Population | |
| • Total | 2,928 |
| • Density | 527.66/sq mi (203.72/km) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code | 31092 |
| Area code | 229 |
| FIPS code | 13-79444 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0324707 |
| Website | www |
The city of Vienna (/vaɪˈɛnə/) is the county seat of Dooly County, Georgia, United States. The population was 2,928 in 2020. Vienna is situated on the Flint River. It was established as Berrien in 1826. In 1833, its name was changed to Drayton. In 1841, it was renamed Vienna. Vienna was disincorporated at the time they changed the city's name to Vienna. The present name is after Vienna, in Austria.
History
Vienna was founded in 1826 as the seat of Dooly County as Berrien. Its name was later changed to Drayton. The county seat moved to Drayton (it retained the same name), Georgia along the Flint River (Georgia) in 1836. It was later re-designated county seat in 1841. It was incorporated as a town in 1854 and as a city in 1901.
Geography
Vienna is located in southern Dooly County. U.S. Route 41 passes through the center of town as Third Street, leading north 13 miles (21 km) to Unadilla and south 9 miles (14 km) to Cordele. Interstate 75 passes 2 miles (3 km) east of the center of town (and forms the eastern border of the city), with access from Exits 109 and 112. I-75 leads north 55 miles (89 km) to Macon and south 49 miles (79 km) to Tifton.
According to the United States Census Bureau, Vienna has a total area of 5.5 square miles (14.2 km), of which 0.03 square miles (0.07 km), or 0.46%, is water.
Climate
The climate in this area is characterized by relatively high temperatures and evenly distributed precipitation throughout the year. According to the Köppen Climate Classification system, Vienna has a humid subtropical climate, abbreviated "Cfa" on climate maps.
Demographics
| Census | Pop. | Note | %± |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1890 | 536 | — | |
| 1900 | 1,035 | 93.1% | |
| 1910 | 1,003 | −3.1% | |
| 1920 | 1,103 | 10.0% | |
| 1930 | 1,203 | 9.1% | |
| 1940 | 2,063 | 71.5% | |
| 1950 | 2,202 | 6.7% | |
| 1960 | 2,099 | −4.7% | |
| 1970 | 2,341 | 11.5% | |
| 1980 | 2,886 | 23.3% | |
| 1990 | 2,708 | −6.2% | |
| 2000 | 2,973 | 9.8% | |
| 2010 | 4,011 | 34.9% | |
| 2020 | 2,928 | −27.0% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census | |||
| Race | Num. | Perc. |
|---|---|---|
| White (non-Hispanic) | 439 | 14.99% |
| Black or African American (non-Hispanic) | 2,078 | 70.97% |
| Native American | 10 | 0.34% |
| Asian | 13 | 0.44% |
| Pacific Islander | 1 | 0.03% |
| Other/Mixed | 36 | 1.23% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 351 | 11.99% |
As of the 2020 United States census, there were 2,928 people, 1,492 households, and 1,015 families residing in the city.
Arts and culture
The Big Pig Jig takes place in Vienna. It is the Southeast's largest and Georgia's oldest official barbecue cooking contest. The Big Pig Jig was named to the Discovery Travel Channel's top ten list of "World's Best Barbecue Contests" for four consecutive years (2002–2005).
The Georgia State Cotton Museum is located in Vienna.
Education
The Dooly County School District holds pre-school to grade twelve, and consists of one elementary school, a middle school, and a high school. The district has 92 full-time teachers and over 1,545 students. The schools are:
- Fullington Academy
- Dooly County Elementary School
- Dooly County Middle School
- Dooly County High School
Notable people
Vienna is the birthplace of Georgia governor George Busbee and the late Hollywood film director Vincent Sherman. Another notable person from Vienna is Roger Kingdom, winner of two Olympic gold medals. Florida legislator Perry Earl Murray was born in Vienna.
Senator Walter F George was from Vienna.
Former left fielder for the Cincinnati Reds and Los Angeles Dodgers Kal Daniels was born in Vienna.
Glen Cassell, a great basketball coach, coached Vienna High School to 4 state championships in the 50's & 60's
See also
References
- "Elected Officials". City of Vienna, GA. Retrieved May 4, 2023.
- "2020 U.S. Gazetteer Files". United States Census Bureau. Retrieved December 18, 2021.
- "U.S. Census website". United States Census Bureau. Retrieved January 31, 2008.
- "US Board on Geographic Names". United States Geological Survey. October 25, 2007. Retrieved January 31, 2008.
- "Visit Historic Vienna, Georgia" (PDF). City of Vienna. Retrieved October 4, 2019.
- "Find a County". National Association of Counties. Retrieved June 7, 2011.
- Krakow, Kenneth K. (1975). Georgia Place-Names: Their History and Origins (PDF). Macon, GA: Winship Press. p. 242. ISBN 0-915430-00-2.
- Hellmann, Paul T. (May 13, 2013). Historical Gazetteer of the United States. Routledge. p. 251. ISBN 978-1135948597. Retrieved November 30, 2013.
- "Geographic Identifiers: 2010 Demographic Profile Data (G001): Vienna city, Georgia". U.S. Census Bureau, American Factfinder. Retrieved October 23, 2015.
- "Vienna, Georgia Travel Weather Averages (Weatherbase)". Weatherbase.
- "Census of Population and Housing". Census.gov. Retrieved June 4, 2015.
- "Explore Census Data". data.census.gov. Retrieved December 18, 2021.
- Georgia Board of Education, Retrieved June 8, 2010.
- School Stats, Retrieved June 8, 2010.
- Cash, William Thomas (1938). "The Story of Florida".
External links
- City of Vienna official website
- South Georgia Historic Newspapers Archive, Digital Library of Georgia. Includes issues of the Vienna News and Vienna Progress newspapers.
| Municipalities and communities of Dooly County, Georgia, United States | ||
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| County seat: Vienna | ||
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