Barnesville, Georgia
Barnesville: city in Lamar County, Georgia, USA
About
Barnesville is a city located in the county of Lamar in the U.S. state of Georgia. Its population at the 2010 census was 6,755 and a population density of 427 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 6,669 inhabitants.
The city was created 200 years ago in 1825.
Quick Facts about Barnesville
| Population | 6,669 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Georgia (United States) |
| County | Lamar County |
| Postal code | 30204 |
| Phone Area Codes | 770 |
| Area | 15.8 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 33.0546,-84.1558 |
| Altitude | 850 feet / 259 meters |
| Capital city | Barnesville is capital of Lamar County |
| Establishment | January 01, 1826 (200 years ago) |
| Time Zone | UTC−05:00 |
| Local time | 00:58:52 (23rd April 2026) |
| Density | 422 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -1.29% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 85℉ Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Barnesville is located at 33°3'16"N 84°9'21"W (33.0545700, -84.1557500).
Barnesville map
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Official website of Barnesville
Official WebsiteDemographics
According to census records, the population of Barnesville decreased by 1.29% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 6,755 | - | census |
| 2011 | 6,705 | -0.75% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 6,546 | -2.43% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 6,475 | -1.1% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 6,647 | 2.59% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 6,599 | -0.73% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 6,649 | 0.75% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 6,545 | -1.59% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 6,734 | 2.81% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 6,659 | -1.13% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 6,669 | 0.15% | estimation process |
Best Things to Do in Barnesville
1Barnesville Mural
103 Mill St, Barnesville, GA 30204, United States View details
2Wind Gap Mural
10 Market St, Barnesville, GA 30204, United States View details
3Joey’s
1798 Willis Rd, Barnesville, GA 30204, United States View details
Services and Civic Places in Barnesville
1Lamar County Recreation Department
601 Gordon Rd, Barnesville, GA 30204, United States View details
Phone: +17703585800 | Website available
2Barnesville City Hall
109 Forsyth St, Barnesville, GA 30204 View details
Phone: +17703580181 | Website available
People born in Barnesville (10)
People born in Barnesville, including football player Alvin Toles, baseball player Bill Bankston, baseball player Jimmy Lavender, .
More notable people
- Joe Ward (American basketball player) he was born in 21/01/1963
- John T. Walker (American Episcopal bishop) he was born in 01/01/1925
- Louise Smith (American racing driver) she was born in 31/07/1916
- Michael Anthony Hughes (murderer) he was born in 21/03/1988
- Michael Hicks (American football player) he was born in 01/02/1973
- Martha Drummer (Gender: Female Life Dates:) she was born in 01/01/1871
- Craig Ogletree (American football linebacker) he was born in 02/04/1968
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Barnesville, GA. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 139968 | Gordon State College | Barnesville (GA) | 30204 |
Nearby Transit Stations (1)
Rail and bus stations connected to Barnesville, GA. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| ATL | Peachtree Station | 1688 Peachtree Street, NW | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Barnesville.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Barnesvill Post Office | Barnesville (GA) | 30204 |
Other places with the same name (3)
- Barnesville, Ohio town in Ohio with a population of 3,949 people.
- Barnesville, Maryland town in Maryland, United States with a population of 178 people.
- Barnesville, Minnesota township in Clay County, Minnesota with a population of 162 people.
Other cities in Lamar County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Lamar County , GA.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Milner | 641 | City in Lamar County, Georgia, United States |
| Aldora | 111 | Town in Lamar County, Georgia, United States |
Distance to Other Cities
Barnesville distances to largest Georgia cities