Caldwell, Texas facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Caldwell, Texas
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Downtown Caldwell
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| Nicknames:
The Kolache Capital of Texas
The Big Grape |
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| Motto(s):
"Preparing for the Future with Respect for the Past"
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| Country | United States |
| State | Texas |
| County | Burleson |
| Area | |
| • Total | 3.92 sq mi (10.16 km2) |
| • Land | 3.90 sq mi (10.10 km2) |
| • Water | 0.03 sq mi (0.07 km2) |
| Elevation | 387 ft (118 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 3,993 |
| • Density | 1,121.86/sq mi (433.18/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
77836
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| Area code(s) | 979 |
| FIPS code | 48-11836 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2409957 |
Caldwell is a city in Texas, United States. It is the main town, or county seat, of Burleson County. In 2020, about 3,993 people lived there. Caldwell is sometimes called "The Kolache Capital of Texas" because of a yummy pastry called a kolache! It's also known as "The Big Grape."
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About Caldwell, Texas
Where is Caldwell?
Caldwell is located in the northwest part of Burleson County. Two main roads, Texas State Highway 21 and Texas State Highway 36, pass near the city. Highway 21 connects Caldwell to Bryan (about 23 miles northeast) and Bastrop (about 50 miles southwest). Highway 36 goes northwest to Milano (16 miles) and southeast to Brenham (32 miles).
Caldwell covers an area of about 10.2 square kilometers (3.9 square miles). Only a very small part of this area is water.
How Many People Live Here?
The number of people living in Caldwell has changed over the years. Here's a quick look at the population from the U.S. Decennial Census:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1880 | 301 | — | |
| 1890 | 1,250 | 315.3% | |
| 1900 | 1,585 | 26.8% | |
| 1910 | 1,476 | −6.9% | |
| 1920 | 1,689 | 14.4% | |
| 1930 | 1,724 | 2.1% | |
| 1940 | 2,165 | 25.6% | |
| 1950 | 2,109 | −2.6% | |
| 1960 | 2,204 | 4.5% | |
| 1970 | 2,308 | 4.7% | |
| 1980 | 2,953 | 27.9% | |
| 1990 | 3,181 | 7.7% | |
| 2000 | 3,449 | 8.4% | |
| 2010 | 4,104 | 19.0% | |
| 2020 | 3,993 | −2.7% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census 1850–1900 1910 1920 1930 1940 1950 1960 1970 1980 1990 2000 2010 |
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In 2020, there were 3,993 people living in Caldwell. The city is home to a mix of different groups, making it a diverse place.
What is the Climate Like?
Caldwell has a humid subtropical climate. This means it has hot and sticky summers. The winters are usually mild and cool.
Schools in Caldwell
Students in Caldwell attend schools that are part of the Caldwell Independent School District.
Famous People from Caldwell
Some notable people have come from Caldwell:
- Mel Deutsch, a former professional baseball player.
- Alfred Jackson, a former professional football player.
- Charlie Krueger, another former professional football player.
Images for kids
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Czech Museum in Caldwell
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Burleson County courthouse
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The First Baptist Church is located in a residential area at 501 West Mustang Street in Caldwell.
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St. Mary's Catholic Church in Caldwell
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Historic First Presbyterian Church at 600 West Buck Street in Caldwell was first organized in the early 1840s by the Reverend Hugh Wilson.
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Downtown Caldwell
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See also
In Spanish: Caldwell (Texas) para niños
