Blossom, Texas facts for kids
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Blossom, Texas
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Blossom Hardware Store, September 2021
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| Country | United States |
| State | Texas |
| County | Lamar |
| Area | |
| • Total | 2.60 sq mi (6.72 km2) |
| • Land | 2.55 sq mi (6.62 km2) |
| • Water | 0.04 sq mi (0.11 km2) |
| Elevation | 518 ft (158 m) |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 1,402 |
| • Density | 539.2/sq mi (208.63/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
75416
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| Area code(s) | 903 |
| FIPS code | 48-08812 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2409867 |
Blossom is a small city in Lamar County, Texas, United States. In 2020, about 1,402 people lived there. It's a quiet place with a friendly community.
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History of Blossom
Blossom has an interesting past! It was first known as Blossom Prairie. But in 1888, its name was shortened to just Blossom. A famous frontiersman, Davy Crockett, is said to have entered Texas near Blossom Prairie.
Geography of Blossom
Blossom is located in Texas. The city covers a total area of about 2.5 square miles (6.72 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, with a small part being water.
People of Blossom (Demographics)
The number of people living in Blossom has changed over the years. Here's how the population has grown and shrunk:
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In 2020, there were 1,402 people living in Blossom. These people lived in 547 households. A household is a group of people living in the same home. About 369 of these households were families.
The city is home to people from many different backgrounds. Most residents are White. There are also people who identify as Black or African American, Native American, Asian, and those of mixed heritage. About 7% of the population is of Hispanic or Latino background.
The average age of people in Blossom was 35 years old. This means half the people were younger than 35 and half were older. About 27% of the population was under 18 years old.
Education in Blossom
Students in Blossom attend schools that are part of the Prairiland Independent School District. This district helps make sure kids get a good education.
For students who want to continue their studies after high school, all of Lamar County is served by Paris Junior College. This college offers many different programs.
Notable Person from Blossom
- Paul Elliott Martin – He was a bishop in the Methodist Church.
See also
In Spanish: Blossom (Texas) para niños
