Fitzgerald, Georgia
Fitzgerald: city in Ben Hill and Irwin counties in Georgia, United States
About
Fitzgerald is a city located in the county of Ben Hill in the U.S. state of Georgia. Its population at the 2010 census was 9,053 and a population density of 385 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 8,615 inhabitants.
The city was created 131 years ago in 1894.
Quick Facts about Fitzgerald
| Population | 8,615 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Georgia (United States) |
| County | Ben Hill County |
| Postal code | 31750 |
| Phone Area Codes | 229 |
| Area | 23.51 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 31.7149,-83.2527 |
| Altitude | 361 feet / 110 meters |
| Capital city | Fitzgerald is capital of Ben Hill County |
| Establishment | January 01, 1895 (131 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/New_York |
| Local time | 02:59:19 (18th April 2026) |
| Density | 366 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -5.08% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 92℉ Mostly Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Fitzgerald is located at 31°42'54"N 83°15'10"W (31.7149100, -83.2526500).
Fitzgerald map
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Official website of Fitzgerald
Official WebsiteDemographics
According to census records, the population of Fitzgerald decreased by 5.08% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 9,053 | - | census |
| 2011 | 9,115 | 0.68% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 9,120 | 0.05% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 9,031 | -0.99% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 9,031 | 0% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 8,975 | -0.62% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 8,905 | -0.79% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 8,785 | -1.37% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 8,726 | -0.68% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 8,662 | -0.74% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 8,615 | -0.55% | estimation process |
Best Things to Do in Fitzgerald
1Wheeler Park
3rd St, Fitzgerald, GA 31750, United States View details
2Fitzgerald Blue & Gray Museum
116 N Johnston St #4, Fitzgerald, GA 31750, United States View details
Phone: +12294265069 | Website available
People born in Fitzgerald (16)
People born in Fitzgerald, including athletics competitor Forrest Towns, university professor and writer Frances Mayes, politician Wayne Dowdy, .
More notable people
- Neal Colzie (Player of American football (1953-2001)) he was born in 28/02/1954
- Charlie Paulk (American basketball player) he was born in 14/06/1946
- Abner Jay (American musician) he was born in 01/01/1921
- Brainard Cheney (American writer) he was born in 03/06/1900
- Mary Verner (American politician) she was born in 13/08/1956
- Ray Davis (United States Marine Corps Medal of Honor recipient) he was born in 13/01/1915
- Morris B. Abram (American civil rights lawyer) he was born in 19/06/1918
- John D. McMillan (American football, basketball, baseball coach) he was born in 27/01/1919
- Charlie Stone (Florida State Representative) he was born in 12/01/1948
- Jemea Thomas (American football player) he was born in 07/04/1990
- Ulysses Davis (American artist) he was born in 01/01/1914
- Eldin Burton (American composer and classical pianist) he was born in 26/10/1913
- James M. Jay (biochemist) he was born in 12/09/1927
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Fitzgerald, GA. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 138558 | Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College | Tifton (GA) | 31793-2601 |
Closest post offices linked to Fitzgerald.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Fitzgerald Post Office | Fitzgerald (GA) | 31750 |
Distance to Other Cities
Fitzgerald distances to largest Georgia cities