Anthony, Texas facts for kids
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Anthony, Texas
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| Nickname(s):
Leap Year Capital of the World
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| Motto(s):
Gateway to Texas
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| Country | United States | |
| State | Texas | |
| County | El Paso | |
| Incorporated | July 5, 1952 | |
| Government | ||
| • Type | Mayor/Aldermen | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 6.46 sq mi (16.74 km2) | |
| • Land | 6.39 sq mi (16.55 km2) | |
| • Water | 0.07 sq mi (0.18 km2) | |
| Elevation | 3,835 ft (1,169 m) | |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 3,671 | |
| • Density | 568.3/sq mi (219.30/km2) | |
| Time zone | UTC-7 (Mountain (MST)) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-6 (MDT) | |
| ZIP code |
79821
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| Area code(s) | 915 | |
| FIPS code | 48-03432 | |
| GNIS feature ID | 2412368 | |
Anthony is a small town in El Paso County, Texas, United States. In 2010, about 5,011 people lived there. By 2018, the number grew to an estimated 5,655. It's the first town you see in Texas when you drive south from New Mexico.
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History
Anthony started around 1881. This was when the Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railway built its tracks through the area.
Geography and Climate
Anthony covers about 6.5 square miles (16.7 square kilometers). Most of this area is land. Only a small part, about 0.04 square miles (0.1 square kilometers), is water.
Anthony, New Mexico, is right next to Anthony, Texas, to the north. People often think of them as twin cities. However, Anthony, New Mexico, only became an official city in 2010.
Anthony has a desert climate. This means it's very dry. The temperature can change a lot between day and night. This is because of its higher elevation and dry air.
| Climate data for Anthony, Texas | |||||||||||||
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| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Year |
| Record high °F (°C) | 78 (26) |
89 (32) |
96 (36) |
98 (37) |
105 (41) |
112 (44) |
111 (44) |
108 (42) |
102 (39) |
98 (37) |
86 (30) |
76 (24) |
112 (44) |
| Mean daily maximum °F (°C) | 60 (16) |
66 (19) |
73 (23) |
81 (27) |
89 (32) |
97 (36) |
97 (36) |
94 (34) |
90 (32) |
81 (27) |
68 (20) |
59 (15) |
79 (26) |
| Mean daily minimum °F (°C) | 29 (−2) |
33 (1) |
39 (4) |
45 (7) |
54 (12) |
64 (18) |
68 (20) |
67 (19) |
61 (16) |
49 (9) |
37 (3) |
30 (−1) |
48 (9) |
| Record low °F (°C) | −5 (−21) |
−2 (−19) |
12 (−11) |
27 (−3) |
33 (1) |
45 (7) |
53 (12) |
51 (11) |
34 (1) |
24 (−4) |
4 (−16) |
4 (−16) |
−5 (−21) |
| Average precipitation inches (mm) | 0.45 (11) |
0.34 (8.6) |
0.21 (5.3) |
0.09 (2.3) |
0.36 (9.1) |
0.80 (20) |
1.47 (37) |
2.06 (52) |
1.24 (31) |
0.91 (23) |
0.37 (9.4) |
0.70 (18) |
9.00 (229) |
| Average snowfall inches (cm) | 0.4 (1.0) |
0.1 (0.25) |
0 (0) |
0 (0) |
0 (0) |
0 (0) |
0 (0) |
0 (0) |
0 (0) |
0 (0) |
0.1 (0.25) |
0.2 (0.51) |
0.8 (2.0) |
Population Information
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1960 | 1,082 | — | |
| 1970 | 2,154 | 99.1% | |
| 1980 | 2,640 | 22.6% | |
| 1990 | 3,328 | 26.1% | |
| 2000 | 3,850 | 15.7% | |
| 2010 | 5,011 | 30.2% | |
| 2020 | 3,671 | −26.7% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census | |||
A census is an official count of how many people live in a place. It also gathers information about them.
2020 Census Details
| Group | Number | Percentage |
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| White (NH) | 231 | 6.29% |
| Black or African American (NH) | 20 | 0.54% |
| Native American or Alaska Native (NH) | 8 | 0.22% |
| Asian (NH) | 7 | 0.19% |
| Some Other Group (NH) | 14 | 0.38% |
| Mixed/Multi-Racial (NH) | 21 | 0.57% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 3,370 | 91.8% |
| Total | 3,671 |
In 2020, the census showed 3,671 people living in Anthony. There were 1,412 households and 1,090 families.
Parks and Recreation
Anthony has about 23 acres (9.3 hectares) of parks that are ready to use. There are also about 45 acres (18.2 hectares) of land set aside for future parks.
In 2007, the town received a large grant. This money helped make Henry Miramontes Park bigger. Plans for the park include new baseball fields, walking paths, and a skate park. There are also plans for a soccer field complex. All parks are closed from 10:00 PM to 6:00 AM.
Ernesto Rascon Memorial Baseball Park
This baseball park is named after a police officer from Anthony. It has two baseball fields with bleachers for fans. The Anthony High School Baseball Team uses this field for their games.
Henry Miramontes Park
This park is named after a local resident who died in the Vietnam War. It's a large, open grassy area with some trees. There's a fenced section with concrete slabs and a basketball court. People can rent this area for parties and events. A small monument honors Henry Miramontes in the middle of the park.
Anthony Municipal Park
This park is often called Triangle Park because of its shape. It has trees, picnic tables, and playground equipment. In winter, the trees are decorated with lights. A "Welcome to Anthony" sign is at one end of the park.
River Walk
Along the Rio Grande river, there's a paved path for public use. You can bike, jog, walk, or fish there. It's a great spot for watching birds too. The path is between the river and a levee, which is a wall built to prevent floods.
The path is only for walking or biking. No motorized vehicles like ATVs are allowed. Fishing is permitted if you have a Texas fishing license. Hunting is not allowed in the town.
Leap Year Capital of the World
Every leap year, Anthony, Texas, and Anthony, New Mexico, hold a special celebration. They have a parade and a festival for people born on Leap Day.
Why Anthony is the Leap Year Capital
In 1988, a local resident named Mary Ann Brown had an idea. She was born on February 29th, Leap Day. She suggested that the Anthony Chamber of Commerce host a festival. Since no other place regularly celebrates Leap Day like this, the towns of Anthony, Texas, and Anthony, New Mexico, were declared the "Leap Year Capitals of the World."
The governors of New Mexico and Texas supported this idea. A United States Senator even asked Congress to make it official. In 1996, the Anthony, New Mexico, post office became "Leap Year Station." They even have a special stamp for mail on Leap Day. The mayor of Anthony, Texas, helps organize the festival and parade.
Worldwide Leap Year Birthday Club
This club is for people born on February 29th. It started in 1988 with no members. By 1996, it had almost 300 members. In 2004, there were over 400 members! People from all over the world, even Europe, have traveled to Anthony to celebrate their special birthday.
Education
The Anthony Independent School District (AISD) serves students in Anthony.
AISD has three schools: Anthony Elementary, Anthony Middle, and Anthony High. All the schools are close together. The school mascot is the Wildcats, and the school colors are blue, red, and white. Students at the elementary and middle schools wear uniforms. El Paso Community College also serves this area.
Transportation
Major Roadways
- Interstate 10 runs through Anthony. It's the main highway for getting in and out of town.
- Texas State Highway 20 runs next to I-10. Parts of it are called Doniphan Street and Main Street.
- North and South Desert Boulevards are roads that run alongside I-10.
- FM 1905 starts at I-10 and goes west into New Mexico.
- Texas State Highway Spur 6 connects Antonio Street to TX 20.
- Washington Street goes through the middle of town.
Public Transportation
- El Paso County Rural Transit Route 10 offers bus service. You can find schedule information by calling (915) 532-3474 or checking their website.
Emergency Services
Police
- The Anthony Police Department handles most calls.
- The El Paso County Sheriff's Office also helps.
- There is also a county Precinct #7 Constable.
Fire
- The West Valley Volunteer Fire Department provides fire services.
Medical
- The West Valley Volunteer Fire Department has basic EMTs. They do not transport patients.
- Life Ambulance Service, INC. is a private company that provides ambulance transport.
Curfew
Anthony has a curfew for anyone under 17 years old. They cannot be out between 10:00 PM and 7:00 AM. This rule does not apply if they are with a parent, guardian, or a family member over 17.
See also
In Spanish: Anthony (Texas) para niños
