Arp, Texas facts for kids
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Arp, Texas
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Water tower in Arp, Texas
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Don’t be shy be high
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| Country | United States |
| State | Texas |
| County | Smith |
| Area | |
| • Total | 2.64 sq mi (6.83 km2) |
| • Land | 2.62 sq mi (6.78 km2) |
| • Water | 0.02 sq mi (0.05 km2) |
| Elevation | 489 ft (149 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 892 |
| • Density | 393.58/sq mi (151.97/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
75750
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| Area code(s) | 430, 903 |
| FIPS code | 48-04156 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2409733 |
Arp is a small city located in Smith County, Texas. It is part of the larger Tyler area. In 2020, about 892 people lived in Arp.
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History of Arp
The land where Arp now stands was once home to the Caddoan people. This was long before Europeans arrived in America. In 1836, a special agreement called the Treaty of Bowles Village was made. It gave this land to the Texas Cherokee and other Native American tribes.
However, the Cherokee War in 1839 forced these Native Americans to leave. Later, after 1845, Cherokee, Choctaw, Chickasaw, and Creek Indians returned to the area. Today, their descendants form the Mount Tabor Indian Community. Many still live in Smith and Rusk counties.
How Arp Got Its Name
The settlement that became Arp had a few different names over time. At first, in the 1800s, it was called Bissa. This name came from a Choctaw/Chickasaw word for "blackberry."
Later, it was known as Jarvis Junction. Then, it was called Strawberry because many strawberries grew there. Finally, the town was renamed "Arp." This name came from Bill Arp, who was a famous writer and humorist from Georgia. People also say the short name "Arp" was chosen to save time. Strawberry farmers could mark their crates faster with a three-letter name.
Geography of Arp
Arp is located in Smith County. The city covers a total area of about 2.5 square miles (6.3 square kilometers). All of this area is land.
People of Arp
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1940 | 1,139 | — | |
| 1950 | 909 | −20.2% | |
| 1960 | 812 | −10.7% | |
| 1970 | 816 | 0.5% | |
| 1980 | 939 | 15.1% | |
| 1990 | 812 | −13.5% | |
| 2000 | 901 | 11.0% | |
| 2010 | 970 | 7.7% | |
| 2020 | 892 | −8.0% | |
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| Race | Number | Percentage |
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| White (NH) | 721 | 80.83% |
| Black or African American (NH) | 37 | 4.15% |
| Native American or Alaska Native (NH) | 8 | 0.9% |
| Asian (NH) | 1 | 0.11% |
| Pacific Islander (NH) | 4 | 0.45% |
| Mixed/Multi-Racial (NH) | 26 | 2.91% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 95 | 10.65% |
| Total | 892 |
In 2020, there were 892 people living in Arp. There were 383 households and 292 families.
In 2010, Arp had 970 people. There were 361 households, with 259 of them being families. The city had about 367.6 people per square mile.
Many different groups of people live in Arp. In 2010, most residents were White. There were also African American, Native American, and Asian people. About 2.55% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
Households and Families
In 2010, about 32.1% of households had children under 18. Most households (59.3%) were married couples living together. About 28.0% of households were not families. The average household had 2.50 people. The average family had 2.97 people.
Age Groups
The people in Arp are of different ages. In 2010, about 25.2% of the population was under 18. About 14.9% were 65 years or older. The average age in the city was 37 years old.
Education in Arp
The Arp Independent School District serves the city of Arp. This school district includes three main schools:
- An elementary school for younger students.
- A junior high school for middle schoolers.
- A high school for older students.
Notable People from Arp
Some well-known people have come from Arp:
- Joe B. Foster: He founded a company called Newfield Exploration.
- Guy Lewis: He was a famous men's basketball coach for the Houston Cougars.
- DeMarvion Overshown: He is an NFL linebacker who plays for the Dallas Cowboys.
Images for kids
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Arp State Bank during the Thanksgiving season
See Also
In Spanish: Arp (Texas) para niños
