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Abram, Texas
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 Abram, Texas
Location in Texas
Abram, Texas
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Texas |
| County | Hidalgo |
| Area | |
| • Total | 3.580 sq mi (9.27 km2) |
| • Land | 3.391 sq mi (8.78 km2) |
| • Water | 0.189 sq mi (0.49 km2) |
| Elevation | 118 ft (36 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 1,108 |
| • Density | 309.50/sq mi (119.50/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 956 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1329182 |
Abram is a small community in Hidalgo County, Texas, United States. It is known as an unincorporated community and a census-designated place. This means it's a recognized area but doesn't have its own city government.
In 2020, about 1,108 people lived in Abram. The community was named after Texas Ranger Abram Dillard, who lived in the area a long time ago.
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Where is Abram Located?
Abram is located in the southern part of Texas. It covers an area of about 3.58 square miles (9.27 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, with a small part being water.
Schools in Abram
Students in Abram attend schools that are part of the La Joya Independent School District.
The schools serving the community include:
- Guillermo Flores Elementary School
- JFK Elementary School
- C. Chavez Middle School
- La Joya High School
Who Lives in Abram?
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 2010 | 2,067 | — | |
| 2020 | 1,108 | −46.4% | |
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Before 2010, Abram was part of a larger census area called Abram-Perezville. This area also included a nearby community called Perezville.
Population Changes Over Time
In 2010, the population of Abram was 2,067 people. By 2020, the population had decreased to 1,108 people.
Most people living in Abram are of Hispanic or Latino background. In 2020, about 97.92% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino. A smaller percentage of residents were White (not Hispanic) or belonged to other racial groups.
See also
In Spanish: Abram (Texas) para niños
