Cairo, Georgia

Cairo, Georgia
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Name	Cairo, Georgia
Settlement type	City

Cairo, Georgia is a city located in Grady County, Georgia, Georgia, and is situated near the Florida border. The city is part of the Tallahassee-Thomasville-Bainbridge Combined Statistical Area, which includes Gadsden County, Florida, Leon County, Florida, Wakulla County, Florida, Decatur County, Georgia, Grady County, Georgia, and Thomas County, Georgia. Cairo is also close to Lake Seminole, a large reservoir created by the Jim Woodruff Dam on the Apalachicola River, and is near the Florida Panhandle cities of Tallahassee and Panama City. The city is home to the Cairo High School Syndey Lanier Grady County School System and is near Florida State University, Florida A&M University, and Tallahassee Community College.

Geography

Cairo, Georgia is situated in the southwestern part of the state, near the Florida-Georgia border, and is part of the Red Hills Region of Georgia and Florida. The city is located near the Ochlockonee River, which flows into Lake Talquin and eventually into the Gulf of Mexico via the Apalachicola River. Cairo is also close to the Withlacoochee River, which forms part of the border between Georgia and Florida, and is near the Albany-Tifton-Valdosta GA 112 corridor. The city is surrounded by the Grady County cities of Whigham, Climax, and Pine Park, and is near the Florida cities of Quincy, Havana, and Midway. Cairo is also close to the Tallahassee International Airport, Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport, and Southwest Georgia Regional Airport.

History

The area that is now Cairo, Georgia was first settled in the early 19th century, and was part of the Creek Nation before the Creek War and the Treaty of Fort Jackson. The city was founded in 1870, and was named after Cairo, Egypt, due to the city's location on the Railroad and its importance as a trade center. During the American Civil War, the area was a key supply point for the Confederate States of America, and was home to several military units, including the 3rd Georgia Infantry and the 4th Georgia Cavalry. The city was also an important center for the production of cotton, tobacco, and peanuts, and was home to several textile mills and agricultural processing facilities. Cairo is also near the Andersonville National Historic Site, Jimmy Carter National Historic Site, and Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park.

Demographics

As of the 2010 United States Census, the population of Cairo, Georgia was approximately 9,607 people, and the city had a total area of 10.1 square miles. The city has a diverse population, with a mix of African American, White American, Asian American, and Hispanic and Latino American residents. The median income for a household in the city was $28,419, and the median income for a family was $34,469. The city is also home to a number of community organizations, including the Cairo-Grady County Chamber of Commerce, Grady County Historical Society, and Cairo High School Future Farmers of America chapter. Cairo is also near the Florida State University College of Medicine, Tallahassee Memorial HealthCare, and Archbold Medical Center.

Economy

The economy of Cairo, Georgia is driven by a mix of agriculture, manufacturing, and service industries. The city is home to several major employers, including the Grady County School System, City of Cairo, and Walmart. The city is also a major center for the production of peanuts, cotton, and tobacco, and is home to several agricultural processing facilities. Cairo is also close to the Tallahassee International Airport, which provides access to a number of major airlines, including Delta Air Lines, American Airlines, and United Airlines. The city is also near the Port of Panama City, Port of Pensacola, and JaxPort, which provide access to shipping and trade opportunities. Cairo is also home to the Cairo-Grady County Industrial Park and the Grady County Development Authority.

Education

The city of Cairo, Georgia is served by the Grady County School System, which operates several public schools in the area, including Cairo High School, Whigham School, and Shiver School. The city is also home to several private schools, including Cairo Christian School and Southwest Georgia Academy. Cairo is also near several colleges and universities, including Florida State University, Florida A&M University, and Tallahassee Community College. The city is also close to the Albany State University, Valdosta State University, and Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College. Cairo is also home to the Grady County Public Library and the Cairo-Grady County Historical Society Museum.

Infrastructure

The city of Cairo, Georgia has a well-developed infrastructure, with several major highways and roads passing through the area, including U.S. Route 84, Georgia State Route 93, and Georgia State Route 111. The city is also served by the CSX Transportation railroad, which provides access to several major ports and shipping facilities. Cairo is also close to the Tallahassee International Airport, which provides access to a number of major airlines and destinations. The city is also home to several major utilities, including the City of Cairo Electric Department, Grady County Water Department, and AT&T. Cairo is also near the Georgia Power Plant Scherer and the Florida Power & Light St. Lucie Nuclear Power Plant. Category:Cities in Georgia (U.S. state)