Gordon, GA is a small town located in Wilkinson County with a population of 1,945. Gordon has a population density of 338 people per square mile compared to the US Population Density of 93 People per Square Mile. Local businesses in Gordon include Krasner's, a family owned hardware store that has been in the community since 1940; Bob's Café, which serves delicious southern comfort food; and H&R Auto Repair, providing comprehensive auto repair services since 1990. Outdoor activities are plentiful around Gordon year-round. The Oconee National Forest is nearby and offers great hiking and camping trails as well as fishing and swimming opportunities at the lake. Other organizations in Gordon are the Kiwanis Club and American Legion Post 81, both of which host events throughout the year to benefit the community. For those looking for some sports action, there is an annual Spring Fling Softball Tournament held each year at Gordon High School.
The population in Gordon is 1,945. There are 361 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Gordon is 40.8, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Gordon is 2.8, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Gordon
- 36.1% are married
- 13.1% are divorced
- 21.7% are married with children
- 22.6% have children, but are single
Race in Gordon
- 34.6% are White
- 63.2% are Black
- 0.0% are Asian
- 0.1% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 0.6% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 1.4% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander