Clio, Alabama
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| Name | Clio |
| Settlement type | City |
| Pushpin label | Clio |
| Subdivision type | Country |
| Subdivision name | United States |
| Subdivision type1 | State |
| Subdivision name1 | Alabama |
| Subdivision type2 | County |
| Subdivision name2 | Barbour |
| Established title | Incorporated |
| Established date | 1893 |
| Government type | Mayor-Council |
| Leader title | Mayor |
| Area total sq mi | 10.10 |
| Area land sq mi | 10.08 |
| Area water sq mi | 0.02 |
| Elevation ft | 531 |
| Population as of | 2020 |
| Population total | 1,214 |
| Population density sq mi | auto |
| Timezone | Central (CST) |
| Utc offset | -6 |
| Timezone DST | CDT |
| Utc offset DST | -5 |
| Coordinates | 31, 42, 38, N... |
| Postal code type | ZIP code |
| Postal code | 36017 |
| Area code | 334 |
| Blank name | FIPS code |
| Blank info | 01-15664 |
| Blank1 name | GNIS feature ID |
| Blank1 info | 0116005 |
| Website | http://www.clioalabama.com/ |
Clio, Alabama. Clio is a city in Barbour County, Alabama, United States, situated in the southeastern region of the state. Incorporated in 1893, it serves as a small community hub within the agricultural Wiregrass Region of Alabama. The city was named for the Greek muse of history, reflecting the classical influences popular during its founding era.
History
The area around Clio was originally inhabited by Muscogee peoples before European-American settlement expanded following the Creek War and subsequent treaties. The community began to form in the late 19th century, with its official incorporation coinciding with the arrival of the Central of Georgia Railway, which spurred economic growth. Like many towns in the Deep South, its early economy was heavily dependent on cotton cultivation, relying on a labor force that included African Americans in the post-Reconstruction era South. The city's development was shaped by broader regional events, including the Great Depression and the Civil Rights Movement, though it remained a quiet, rural community. Historical markers and local archives, often maintained by the Barbour County Historical Society, document its progression through the 20th century.
Geography
Clio is located in northern Barbour County, Alabama at coordinates . According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 10.10 square miles, nearly all of which is land. The terrain is characterized by the rolling hills and pine forests typical of the Alabama section of the East Gulf Coastal Plain. The city lies within the Choctawhatchee River watershed, and its climate is classified as humid subtropical, with hot summers and mild winters. Major transportation routes include Alabama State Route 10, which connects Clio to larger communities like Eufaula and Troy.
Demographics
As of the 2020 United States Census, Clio had a population of 1,214. The racial makeup of the city was predominantly African American, with a significant White American minority, reflecting the demographic history of the Alabama Black Belt. The population density was approximately 120 people per square mile. Median household income figures have historically been below the Alabama state average, consistent with the economic profile of many small, rural communities in the region. The United States Census Bureau designates the entire area as part of the Eufaula, AL Micropolitan Statistical Area.
Education
Public education in Clio is administered by the Barbour County School District. Students attend Barbour County High School in nearby Clayton. The district's schools have been part of various state and federal education initiatives, including those following the Elementary and Secondary Education Act. For post-secondary education, residents typically access institutions such as Wallace Community College in Eufaula or Troy University's main campus. Historical school consolidation in the mid-20th century, influenced by the Brown v. Board of Education decision, significantly shaped the current educational landscape.
Notable people
Notable individuals associated with Clio include Bobby Byrd, a rhythm and blues singer and songwriter known for his work with James Brown and as a founder of The Famous Flames. J. Lister Hill, a long-serving United States Senator from Alabama and co-sponsor of the Hill-Burton Act, maintained deep political ties to Barbour County. Football player Freddie Milons, who played for the University of Alabama and later in the National Football League for the Philadelphia Eagles, was also born in Clio. These figures highlight the city's connection to broader cultural and political movements in Southern and national history.
Category:Cities in Alabama Category:Barbour County, Alabama Category:Populated places established in 1893