Campbell, Texas facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Campbell, Texas
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Main Street in Campbell
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Location of Campbell, Texas
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| Country | United States |
| State | Texas |
| County | Hunt |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.34 sq mi (3.47 km2) |
| • Land | 1.33 sq mi (3.45 km2) |
| • Water | 0.01 sq mi (0.02 km2) |
| Elevation | 591 ft (180 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 542 |
| • Density | 404.5/sq mi (156.2/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
75422
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| Area code(s) | 903, 430 |
| FIPS code | 48-12112 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2409972 |
Campbell is a small city located in Hunt County, in the state of Texas. In 2020, the city had a population of 542 people. This was a bit less than the 638 people who lived there in 2010.
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Geography of Campbell
Campbell is found in the eastern part of Hunt County. A main road called Texas State Highway 24 goes through the northwest side of the city. The city also reaches down to Interstate 30. You can get on or off I-30 using exits 101 and 104.
Travel from Campbell
- If you drive west on I-30 for about 10 miles (16 km), you will reach Greenville. Greenville is the main city of Hunt County.
- Driving east on I-30 for about 20 miles (32 km) will take you to Sulphur Springs.
- If you take Highway 24 northeast for about 8 miles (13 km), you will arrive in Commerce.
Land and Water Area
The United States Census Bureau says that Campbell covers a total area of about 1.34 square miles (3.47 square kilometers). Most of this area is land. Only a tiny part, about 0.01 square miles (0.02 square kilometers), is water.
History of Campbell
The town of Campbell was started in the year 1880. It was named after a person called Thomas Mitchell Campbell. He was a postmaster general and later became the governor of Texas.
Population and People
The number of people living in Campbell has changed over the years. Here is a quick look at how the population has grown and shrunk:
- In 1920, there were 583 people.
- By 1930, the population was 416.
- In 2000, it reached 734 people.
- In 2020, the population was 542.
Who Lives in Campbell?
According to the 2020 census, there were 542 people living in Campbell. These people made up 355 households and 258 families. Most of the people living in Campbell are White. There are also smaller groups of Black or African American, Native American, Asian, and people of mixed backgrounds. About 11% of the population is Hispanic or Latino.
Education in Campbell
The city of Campbell is served by the Campbell Independent School District. This school district is home to the "Indians" sports teams. Students at the high school can play many different sports. These include six-man football, tennis, basketball, baseball, softball, track and field, golf, and cross-country running.
See also
In Spanish: Campbell (Texas) para niños
