Bellevue, Texas facts for kids
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Bellevue, Texas
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| Country | United States |
| State | Texas |
| County | Clay |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.84 sq mi (2.18 km2) |
| • Land | 0.84 sq mi (2.18 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,024 ft (312 m) |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 289 |
| • Density | 344.0/sq mi (132.6/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
76228
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| Area code(s) | 940 |
| FIPS code | 48-07396 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2409820 |
Bellevue is a small city located in Clay County, Texas, in the United States. It's part of the larger area around Wichita Falls. In 2020, about 289 people lived there.
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History of Bellevue
Bellevue started as a small settlement around 1882. The Orton family helped it grow. It became a railroad shipping station, which was important for moving goods.
Over the years, the community faced challenges and times of growth. In 1902, Bellevue officially became an incorporated city. However, a powerful tornado in 1906 caused a lot of damage. Despite this, Bellevue rebuilt and continues to be a small, growing town today.
Where is Bellevue?
Bellevue is located in the southeastern part of Clay County. You can find it at 33°38′7″N 98°0′56″W / 33.63528°N 98.01556°W.
The city covers a total area of about 2.18 square kilometers (0.84 square miles). All of this area is land. There are no large bodies of water within the city limits.
Bellevue is situated right on U.S. Route 287. This highway connects it to bigger cities. It's about 78 miles (126 km) northwest of Fort Worth. It's also about 36 miles (58 km) southeast of Wichita Falls.
People of Bellevue
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1910 | 699 | — | |
| 1920 | 782 | 11.9% | |
| 1930 | 546 | −30.2% | |
| 1940 | 503 | −7.9% | |
| 1950 | 418 | −16.9% | |
| 1960 | 309 | −26.1% | |
| 1970 | 323 | 4.5% | |
| 1980 | 352 | 9.0% | |
| 1990 | 333 | −5.4% | |
| 2000 | 386 | 15.9% | |
| 2010 | 362 | −6.2% | |
| 2020 | 289 | −20.2% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census 2020 Census |
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In 2010, there were 362 people living in Bellevue. These people lived in 140 different homes. Most of the people living in Bellevue were White. A small number of residents were of other backgrounds.
About 25% of the population was under 18 years old. The average age of people in Bellevue was about 44 years. For every 100 females, there were about 102 males.
Education in Bellevue
Students in Bellevue attend schools run by the Bellevue Independent School District. This district provides education for the children living in the city.
Bellevue's Climate
Bellevue has a climate with hot and humid summers. The winters are usually mild to cool. This type of weather is known as a humid subtropical climate. On climate maps, it's often labeled as "Cfa."
See also
In Spanish: Bellevue (Texas) para niños
