Ames, Texas facts for kids
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Ames, Texas
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| Country | United States |
| State | Texas |
| County | Liberty |
| Area | |
| • Total | 3.30 sq mi (8.55 km2) |
| • Land | 3.30 sq mi (8.55 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 69 ft (21 m) |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 937 |
| • Density | 363.61/sq mi (140.39/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC−6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−5 (CDT) |
| ZIP Code |
77575
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| Area code(s) | 936 |
| FIPS code | 48-03072 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2409698 |
Ames is a small city located in Liberty County, Texas, in the United States. In 2020, the city had a population of 937 people. It's a quiet place where many families live.
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About Ames, Texas
Where is Ames?
Ames is located in the eastern part of Texas. It is part of Liberty County. The city covers a total area of about 3.2 square miles (8.55 square kilometers). All of this area is land.
How Many People Live Here?
The number of people living in Ames has changed over the years.
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1980 | 1,155 | — | |
| 1990 | 989 | −14.4% | |
| 2000 | 1,079 | 9.1% | |
| 2010 | 1,003 | −7.0% | |
| 2020 | 937 | −6.6% | |
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In 2020, there were 937 people living in Ames. There were 413 households and 231 families.
Who Lives in Ames?
The people in Ames come from different backgrounds. Here's a look at the racial makeup of the city in 2020:
| Race | Number | Percentage |
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| White (NH) | 77 | 8.22% |
| Black or African American (NH) | 700 | 74.71% |
| Asian (NH) | 8 | 0.85% |
| Some Other Race (NH) | 22 | 2.35% |
| Mixed/Multi-Racial (NH) | 34 | 3.63% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 96 | 10.25% |
| Total | 937 |
Most people in Ames are African American. About 74.71% of the population is Black or African American. About 10.25% of the population is Hispanic or Latino.
In 2000, there were 1,079 people living in Ames. About 31.2% of households had children under 18. The average household had 2.65 people. The average family had 3.18 people.
The median age in the city was 36 years old. This means half the people were younger than 36, and half were older.
Education in Ames
Students in Ames attend schools in the Liberty Independent School District. This school district serves the area.
The Liberty Independent School District has several schools. These include two elementary schools and one intermediate school. Older students go to Liberty High School.
The Superintendent of Schools is Cody Abshier. He helps lead the school district.
See also
In Spanish: Ames (Texas) para niños
