Strawn is a city in Palo Pinto County, Texas, United States. The population was 540 at the 2020 census. Strawn, on State Highway 16 and 108, Farm to Market Road 2372, and the Missouri Pacific Railroad in southwestern Palo Pinto County, was one of several towns developed about 1880 when the Texas and Pacific Railway began service. The site, known earlier as North Fork for its location on Palo Pinto Creek, was laid out on the land of two early ranchers, Stephen Bethel Strawn and James N. Stuart. Stuart built the area's first house in 1875. A community to the west, Russell's Pocket, and one to the east, Davidsonville, were merged to form Strawn.
Strawn, Texas | |
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 Location of Strawn, Texas | |
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| Coordinates: 32°33′02″N 98°29′59″W / 32.55056°N 98.49972°W | |
| Country | United States |
| State | Texas |
| County | Palo Pinto |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.79 sq mi (2.03 km2) |
| • Land | 0.78 sq mi (2.02 km2) |
| • Water | 0.01 sq mi (0.02 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,004 ft (306 m) |
| Population (2020) | |
| • Total | 540 |
| • Density | 680/sq mi (270/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code | 76475 |
| Area code | 254 |
| FIPS code | 48-70580[3] |
| GNIS feature ID | 2411989[2] |
| Website | www |
Geography
editAccording to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.8 square miles (2.1 km2), all land.
Climate
editThe climate in this area is characterized by hot, humid summers and generally mild to cool winters. According to the Köppen Climate Classification system, Strawn has a humid subtropical climate, abbreviated "Cfa" on climate maps.[4]
Demographics
edit| Census | Pop. | Note | %± |
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| 1890 | 514 | — | |
| 1920 | 2,457 | — | |
| 1930 | 1,429 | −41.8% | |
| 1940 | 1,107 | −22.5% | |
| 1950 | 922 | −16.7% | |
| 1960 | 817 | −11.4% | |
| 1970 | 786 | −3.8% | |
| 1980 | 694 | −11.7% | |
| 1990 | 709 | 2.2% | |
| 2000 | 739 | 4.2% | |
| 2010 | 653 | −11.6% | |
| 2020 | 540 | −17.3% | |
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2020 census
edit| Race | Number | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| White (NH) | 335 | 62.04% |
| Black or African American (NH) | 2 | 0.37% |
| Native American or Alaska Native (NH) | 2 | 0.37% |
| Asian (NH) | 1 | 0.19% |
| Some Other Race (NH) | 1 | 0.19% |
| Mixed/Multi-Racial (NH) | 14 | 2.59% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 185 | 34.26% |
| Total | 540 |
As of the 2020 United States census, there were 540 people, 282 households, and 185 families residing in the city.
2000 census
editAs of the census[9] of 2000, there were 739 people, 299 households, and 194 families residing in the city. The population density was 938.1 inhabitants per square mile (362.2/km2). There were 354 housing units at an average density of 449.4 per square mile (173.5/km2). The racial makeup of the city was 81.06% White, 0.27% African American, 0.54% Native American, 0.14% Asian, 0.54% Pacific Islander, 15.56% from other races, and 1.89% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 24.36% of the population.
There were 299 households, out of which 33.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 45.2% were married couples living together, 12.0% had a female householder with no husband present, and 35.1% were non-families. 33.4% of all households were made up of individuals, and 18.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.47 and the average family size was 3.14.
In the city, the population was spread out, with 30.0% under the age of 18, 8.5% from 18 to 24, 27.3% from 25 to 44, 18.0% from 45 to 64, and 16.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 36 years. For every 100 females, there were 97.6 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 87.3 males.
The median income for a household in the city was $26,618, and the median income for a family was $30,268. Males had a median income of $30,000 versus $17,232 for females. The per capita income for the city was $13,707. About 7.9% of families and 14.9% of the population were below the poverty line, including 12.3% of those under age 18 and 17.8% of those age 65 or over.
Education
editThe City of Strawn is served by the Strawn Independent School District.
Photo Gallery
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Zim's Cafe -
The Watson House -
Downtown Strawn -
James Nesbit Stuart House -
St. John's Catholic Church -
R.C. Hinkson House -
Strawn Civic Center -
Bankhead Hotel -
Strawn Historical Museum Association
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References
edit- ^ "2019 U.S. Gazetteer Files". United States Census Bureau. Archived from the original on December 20, 2021. Retrieved August 7, 2020.
- ^ a b U.S. Geological Survey Geographic Names Information System: Strawn, Texas
- ^ "Estimates Geography File: Vintage 2018". United States Census Bureau. Archived from the original on January 10, 2022. Retrieved February 18, 2022.
- ^ "Strawn, Texas Köppen Climate Classification (Weatherbase)". weatherbase. Archived from the original on March 3, 2016. Retrieved February 18, 2022.
- ^ "Census of Population and Housing". Census.gov. Retrieved June 4, 2015.
- ^ "Explore Census Data". data.census.gov. Retrieved May 21, 2022.
- ^ https://www.census.gov/ [not specific enough to verify]
- ^ "About the Hispanic Population and its Origin". www.census.gov. Retrieved May 18, 2022.
- ^ "Strawn, TX Population - Census 2010 and 2000 Interactive Map, Demographics, Statistics, Quick Facts - CensusViewer". Archived from the original on February 18, 2022. Retrieved February 18, 2022.
External links
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