Albany, Georgia
Albany: The capital of Georgia. It is located on the Flint River in southwestern Georgia. Albany is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Albany Museum of Art and the Albany Civic Center.
About
Albany is a city located in the county of Dougherty in the U.S. state of Georgia. Its population at the 2010 census was 77,434 and a population density of 536 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 70,839 inhabitants.
The city was created 188 years ago in 1835.
Quick Facts about Albany
| Population : | 70,839 (2020) |
| Country : | United States of America |
| State : | Georgia (United States) |
| County : | Dougherty County |
| Phone Area Codes : | 229 |
| Area : | 144.59 km2 |
| Altitude : | 203 feet / 62 meters |
| Capital city : | Albany is capital of Dougherty County |
| Establishment : | January 01, 1836 (188 years ago) |
| Time Zone : | UTC−05:00 |
| Local time : | 20:31:53 (23rd December 2024) |
| Postal code : | 31701 |
| Density : | 490 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth : | -9.31% (2010-2020) |
Geography
Albany is located at 31°34'43"N 84°9'21"W (31.5785100, -84.1557400).
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- Official Website
Official website of Albany
Demographics
According to census records, the population of Albany decreased by 9.31% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
| 2010 | 77,434 | - | census |
| 2011 | 77,893 | 0.59% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 77,537 | -0.46% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 76,416 | -1.47% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 75,940 | -0.63% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 74,891 | -1.4% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 73,957 | -1.26% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 73,252 | -0.96% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 73,219 | -0.05% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 72,130 | -1.51% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 70,839 | -1.82% | estimation process |
Best Things to Do in Albany
1 Chehaw Park
105 Chehaw Park Rd, Albany, GA 31701, United States ➦ Show Map
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2 Flint RiverQuarium
117 Pine Ave, Albany, GA 31701, United States ➦ Show Map
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3 Turtle Grove Park
112 N Front St, Albany, GA 31701, United States ➦ Show Map
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4 All American Fun Park
2608 N Slappey Blvd, Albany, GA 31701, United States ➦ Show Map
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5 Chehaw Park & Zoo
105 Chehaw Park Rd, Albany, GA 31701, United States ➦ Show Map
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Other Places in Albany
1 Government Center
222 Pine Ave, Albany, GA 31701 ➦ Show Map
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People born in Albany (104)
People born in Albany, including academic Jeanne L. Noble, trumpeter, big band leader Harry James, actress Jo Marie Payton, .
List
- Phillip Phillips (singer from the United States) he was born in 20/09/1990
- Alice Coachman (American athlete) she was born in 09/11/1923
- Amelia Marshall (American actress) she was born in 02/04/1958
- Ray Charles (American recording artist; musician, singer, songwriter) he was born in 23/09/1932
- Paul Preuss (American writer of science fiction) he was born in 07/03/1942
- Deion Branch (American football player) he was born in 18/07/1979
- Bobby Rush (American politician) he was born in 23/11/1946
- Russell Malone (jazz guitarist)
- Gerald Brom (American artist) he was born in 09/03/1965
- Alexander Johnson (American basketball player) he was born in 08/02/1983
- Thomas J. Hennen (American astronaut) he was born in 17/08/1952
- Iris Smith (American amateur wrestler) she was born in 15/10/1979
- Diamond Foxxx (American movie actress) she was born in 05/01/1973
- Wallingford Riegger (American music composer) he was born in 29/04/1885
- Robert Wyche Davis (American politician) he was born in 15/03/1849
- William Levi Dawson (American politician) he was born in 26/04/1886
- Chann McRae (American racing cyclist) he was born in 11/10/1971
- Demetric Bennett (American basketball player) he was born in 25/06/1985
Schools in Albany
College & universities near Albany, GA
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 138716 | Albany State University | Albany (GA) | 31705 |
| 138682 | Albany Technical College | Albany (GA) | 31701 |
| 139764 | Georgia Southwestern State University | Americus (GA) | 31709-4693 |
Post offices near Albany
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Federal Post Office | Albany (GA) | 31701 |
| Albany Post Office | Albany (GA) | 31701 |
| Mock Road Post Office | Albany (GA) | 31705 |
| Lafayette Plaza Post Office | Albany (GA) | 31707 |
| Putney Post Office | Putney (GA) | 31782 |
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Other cities in Dougherty County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Dougherty County , GA.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Putney | 2,898 | Census-designated place in Dougherty County, Georgia |
Distance to Other Cities
Albany distances to largest Georgia cities
