Alvord, Texas facts for kids
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Alvord, Texas
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Downtown Alvord
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Map of Alvord in 1890
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| Country | United States |
| State | Texas |
| County | Wise |
| Incorporated (town) | February 22, 1912 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.52 sq mi (3.94 km2) |
| • Land | 1.52 sq mi (3.94 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 869 ft (265 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 1,351 |
| • Density | 889/sq mi (342.9/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
76225
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| Area code(s) | 940 |
| FIPS code | 48-02284 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2412358 |
Alvord is a town located in Wise County, Texas, in the United States. In 2020, about 1,351 people lived there. It's a quiet place with a history tied to the railway and farming.
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A Look Back: Alvord's Story
Alvord was first called Nina. But in 1882, its name changed to Alvord. This was to honor the president of the Fort Worth and Denver Railway, a big train company. A post office opened in Alvord in 1882.
By 1890, Alvord had become a busy place where farmers could buy and sell goods. In 1925, the town had 1,376 residents. It also had a high school, an elementary school, four churches, and its own weekly newspaper. The Burlington Northern Railroad, a major train line, used to stop there.
The number of people living in Alvord went down during the Great Depression. This was a time in the 1930s when many people lost their jobs and money. It also happened because there were fewer watermelon farms and cattle ranches.
- In 1940, 821 people lived in Alvord, and there were 35 businesses.
- By 1960, the population was 720, with 19 businesses.
- In 1990, there were 865 residents and 16 businesses.
- In 2000, the population grew to 1,007, and the town had 62 businesses.
Where is Alvord?
Alvord is located in Texas. The town covers an area of about 1.5 square miles (3.9 square kilometers). All of this area is land, with no large bodies of water.
Alvord's Weather
The weather in Alvord is usually hot and humid in the summer. Winters are generally mild to cool. This type of weather is called a humid subtropical climate. It means the area gets a good amount of rain throughout the year.
How Many People Live Here?
The number of people living in Alvord has changed over the years:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1890 | 560 | — | |
| 1920 | 1,376 | — | |
| 1930 | 754 | −45.2% | |
| 1940 | 821 | 8.9% | |
| 1950 | 735 | −10.5% | |
| 1960 | 694 | −5.6% | |
| 1970 | 791 | 14.0% | |
| 1980 | 874 | 10.5% | |
| 1990 | 865 | −1.0% | |
| 2000 | 1,007 | 16.4% | |
| 2010 | 1,334 | 32.5% | |
| 2020 | 1,351 | 1.3% | |
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As of 2020, there were 1,351 people living in Alvord. There were 359 households and 254 families in the town.
Famous People from Alvord
Ernest O. Thompson was born in Alvord in 1892. He became a very important person in Texas. He was a commissioner for the Texas Railroad Commission. This group helps manage oil and gas in the state. He also served as the mayor of Amarillo. Thompson became an expert on petroleum, which is another name for oil.
Images for kids
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A historical marker for Ernest O. Thompson in his hometown of Alvord, Texas.
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The First Baptist Church located on Boling Street in Alvord.
See also
In Spanish: Alvord (Texas) para niños
