Brookshire, Texas facts for kids
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Brookshire, Texas
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Brookshire, Texas welcome sign.
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| Country | United States |
| State | Texas |
| County | Waller |
| Area | |
| • Total | 4.33 sq mi (11.21 km2) |
| • Land | 4.33 sq mi (11.21 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 161 ft (49 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 5,066 |
| • Density | 1,343.19/sq mi (518.66/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
77423
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| Area code(s) | 281/346/713/832 |
| FIPS code | 48-10636 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1331324 |
| Website | Brookshire, Texas Official Website: https://www.brookshiretx.gov/ |
Brookshire is a city located in Waller County, Texas, in the United States. In 2020, the city had a population of 5,066 people.
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Where is Brookshire Located?
Brookshire is found at 29°47′1″N 95°57′16″W / 29.78361°N 95.95444°W. It is about 34 miles west of downtown Houston. The city is also seven miles west of Katy. Brookshire is part of a busy area along Interstate 10.
How Brookshire Got Its Name
The city is named after Nathan Brookshire. He was a large landowner in the area. Nathan Brookshire was a captain in the Texian Army. He helped capture Bexar in 1835.
In 1893, John Kellner gave land and planned out the "Town of Kellner." Also in 1893, John Brookshire and O. C. Drew planned out the "Town of Brookshire." On May 24, 1946, these two areas officially became the "City of Brookshire."
Who Lives in Brookshire?
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1950 | 1,015 | — | |
| 1960 | 1,339 | 31.9% | |
| 1970 | 1,683 | 25.7% | |
| 1980 | 2,175 | 29.2% | |
| 1990 | 2,922 | 34.3% | |
| 2000 | 3,450 | 18.1% | |
| 2010 | 4,702 | 36.3% | |
| 2020 | 5,066 | 7.7% | |
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As of the 2020 United States census, 5,066 people lived in Brookshire. The city is home to a diverse group of people. Many different backgrounds and cultures make up the community.
In 2010, the population was 4,702. This was a 36% increase from the year 2000. In 2000, there were 3,450 people living in the city.
What is the Economy Like?
A company called Goya Foods has its Texas offices near Brookshire. Goya Foods is known for making many different food products.
Education in Brookshire
The schools in Brookshire are part of the Royal Independent School District. This school district has several schools for students of all ages.
Schools in Royal Independent School District
- Royal Early Childhood Center (for young children)
- Royal Elementary School
- Royal Middle School
- Royal High School
The district also offers special schools called Royal STEM Academy and Royal Early College High School. These schools give students more choices for their learning.
Higher Education and Libraries
All of Waller County, including Brookshire, is served by Blinn College. This college offers higher education programs.
The Waller County Library System also has a library in the city. It is called the Brookshire-Pattison Library.
Notable Person from Brookshire
- Brandon Williams is a professional football player. He played as a cornerback in the NFL for five seasons.
See also
In Spanish: Brookshire (Texas) para niños
