Abbott, Texas facts for kids
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Location in Texas
Abbott
Location in the United States
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Texas |
| County | Hill |
| Named for | Joseph "Jo" Abbott |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.59 sq mi (1.54 km2) |
| • Land | 0.59 sq mi (1.53 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 712 ft (217 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 352 |
| • Density | 623.31/sq mi (240.74/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
76621
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| Area code(s) | 254 |
| FIPS code | 48-00100 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2409653 |
Abbott is a small city located in Hill County, Texas, in the United States. It's about 25 miles (40 km) north of Waco, right along Interstate 35. In 2020, about 352 people lived there.
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History of Abbott
Abbott was started in 1871. It began as a stop for the Missouri-Kansas-Texas Railroad, which was a major train line. The city was named after Joseph "Jo" Abbott. He was a representative for the area in the Texas House of Representatives at that time.
The number of people living in Abbott grew over time. Its population reached its highest point in 1914, with 713 residents. After that, the population slowly became smaller. Abbott officially became a city in 1916.
Geography and Climate
Abbott is located on Interstate 35. This major highway runs through the city. It is about 24 miles (39 km) north of the city of Waco.
The city covers a total area of about 0.6 square miles (1.5 square kilometers). Most of this area is land. Abbott has a humid subtropical climate. This means it has hot, humid summers and mild winters. This type of weather is similar to other nearby cities like Dallas and Waco.
Population Information
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1910 | 713 | — | |
| 1920 | 303 | −57.5% | |
| 1930 | 326 | 7.6% | |
| 1940 | 264 | −19.0% | |
| 1950 | 345 | 30.7% | |
| 1960 | 289 | −16.2% | |
| 1970 | 375 | 29.8% | |
| 1980 | 359 | −4.3% | |
| 1990 | 314 | −12.5% | |
| 2000 | 321 | 2.2% | |
| 2010 | 356 | 10.9% | |
| 2020 | 352 | −1.1% | |
The population of Abbott has changed over the years. In 1910, there were 713 people. By 2020, the population was 352.
In 2010, the population was 356 people. Most residents were non-Hispanic white. There were also smaller groups of Black or African American, Native American, and Asian people. About 6.5% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
Education
The schools in Abbott are part of the Abbott Independent School District. Students in Abbott attend schools within this district. The city is home to Abbott High School, whose sports teams are called the Panthers. In 2015, about 300 students attended school from Pre-Kindergarten through 12th grade.
Notable People
Abbott is the hometown of some famous people:
- Bobbie Nelson (1931-2022) - She was a talented pianist. She was also the sister of famous singer Willie Nelson.
- Willie Nelson (born 1933) - He is a very well-known American singer-songwriter and actor.
See also
In Spanish: Abbott (Texas) para niños
