Aledo, Texas facts for kids
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Aledo, Texas
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| Country | United States | |
| State | Texas | |
| County | Parker | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 2.62 sq mi (6.80 km2) | |
| • Land | 2.62 sq mi (6.80 km2) | |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) | |
| Elevation | 869 ft (265 m) | |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 4,858 | |
| • Density | 1,850/sq mi (714.4/km2) | |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) | |
| ZIP code |
76008
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| Area codes | 682/817 | |
| FIPS code | 48-01744 | |
| GNIS feature ID | 2409679 | |
| Website | http://www.aledo-texas.com/ | |
Aledo (pronounced "uh-LEE-doh") is a city in Parker County, Texas, in the United States. It's a growing community that had a population of 4,858 people in 2020. The city is served by the Aledo Independent School District, which helps educate the local students.
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History of Aledo
The area where Aledo now stands first had a post office named Parker in 1880. This was set up by Littleberry Rudolph Fawks. Just two years later, in 1882, the name was changed to Aledo. It's thought that an official from the Texas & Pacific Railway suggested the new name, possibly inspired by Aledo, Illinois. Eli J. McConnell became the first postmaster of Aledo on May 25, 1882.
Geography and Climate
Aledo is located in Parker County, Texas. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city covers about 1.9 square miles (4.9 square kilometers) of land. There is no water area within the city limits.
Weather in Aledo
Aledo has a climate typical of Texas. Summers are usually hot, and winters are mild. The city gets a good amount of rain throughout the year.
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| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Year |
| Mean daily maximum °F (°C) | 54.9 (12.7) |
59.4 (15.2) |
67.1 (19.5) |
76.1 (24.5) |
83.1 (28.4) |
90.9 (32.7) |
95.9 (35.5) |
96.0 (35.6) |
88.5 (31.4) |
78.6 (25.9) |
66.7 (19.3) |
57.7 (14.3) |
76.2 (24.6) |
| Mean daily minimum °F (°C) | 31.7 (−0.2) |
36.0 (2.2) |
43.4 (6.3) |
53.3 (11.8) |
61.6 (16.4) |
69.1 (20.6) |
72.8 (22.7) |
72.1 (22.3) |
65.2 (18.4) |
54.5 (12.5) |
43.8 (6.6) |
34.8 (1.6) |
53.2 (11.8) |
| Average precipitation inches (mm) | 1.89 (48) |
2.29 (58) |
2.86 (73) |
2.75 (70) |
4.52 (115) |
3.55 (90) |
2.22 (56) |
2.44 (62) |
3.26 (83) |
3.60 (91) |
2.43 (62) |
2.19 (56) |
33.99 (863) |
| Source: Western Regional Climate Center | |||||||||||||
Population Growth
Aledo has been growing steadily over the years. In 1970, only 620 people lived there. By 2020, the population had grown to 4,858. Experts estimate that by 2023, the population was around 6,287 people.
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1970 | 620 | — | |
| 1980 | 1,027 | 65.6% | |
| 1990 | 1,169 | 13.8% | |
| 2000 | 1,726 | 47.6% | |
| 2010 | 2,716 | 57.4% | |
| 2020 | 4,858 | 78.9% | |
| 2023 (est.) | 6,287 | 131.5% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census | |||
Who Lives in Aledo?
As of the 2020 United States census, there were 4,858 people living in Aledo. These people made up 1,564 households, with 1,219 of them being families. The city is mostly made up of people who identify as White (not Hispanic or Latino). There are also smaller groups of people from other backgrounds, including Black or African American, Native American, Asian, and those of Hispanic or Latino origin. Some residents also identify with more than one race.
| Race | Number | Percentage |
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| White (NH) | 3,970 | 81.72% |
| Black or African American (NH) | 30 | 0.62% |
| Native American or Alaska Native (NH) | 22 | 0.45% |
| Asian (NH) | 51 | 1.05% |
| Pacific Islander (NH) | 5 | 0.1% |
| Some Other Race (NH) | 13 | 0.27% |
| Mixed/Multi-Racial (NH) | 204 | 4.2% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 563 | 11.59% |
| Total | 4,858 |
Famous People from Aledo
Aledo has been home to several notable people, including:
- David Barton, who founded the Wallbuilders organization.
- E. R. Bills, a writer and journalist known for his books about Texas history.
- Cody Bradford, a pitcher who plays for the Texas Rangers baseball team.
- Daniel Hunter, known for his music project called Analog Rebellion.
- Mary Michael Patterson, a talented actress and singer who has performed on Broadway.
- Bill Paxton, a well-known actor and director, lived in Aledo before moving to Fort Worth, Texas.
- Sloan Struble, famous for his indie pop music project, Dayglow.
See also
In Spanish: Aledo (Texas) para niños
