Chandler, Texas facts for kids
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Chandler, Texas
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Location of Chandler, Texas
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| Country | United States |
| State | Texas |
| County | Henderson |
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| • Type | General Law |
| Area | |
| • Total | 6.20 sq mi (16.06 km2) |
| • Land | 6.07 sq mi (15.72 km2) |
| • Water | 0.13 sq mi (0.34 km2) |
| Elevation | 394 ft (120 m) |
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| • Total | 3,275 |
| • Density | 524.06/sq mi (202.35/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
75758
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| Area code(s) | 430, 903 |
| FIPS code | 48-14224 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2409435 |
Chandler is a city located in Henderson County, Texas, in the United States. It sits at the northern tip of Lake Palestine. In 2020, about 3,275 people lived here. This was more than the 2,734 people who lived in Chandler in 2010.
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Exploring Chandler's Location
Chandler is found in the northeast part of Henderson County. Texas State Highway 31 goes right through the middle of the city. This highway can take you about 11 miles east to Tyler. Or, you can travel about 24 miles southwest to Athens, which is the main city for Henderson County.
Chandler covers an area of about 6.2 square miles (16.1 square kilometers). A small part of this area, about 0.1 square miles (0.3 square kilometers), is water. The city is built on higher ground. It is located between two parts of Lake Palestine. These parts are Kickapoo Creek to the west and the Neches River to the east.
Who Lives in Chandler?
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1970 | 765 | — | |
| 1980 | 1,308 | 71.0% | |
| 1990 | 1,630 | 24.6% | |
| 2000 | 2,099 | 28.8% | |
| 2010 | 2,734 | 30.3% | |
| 2020 | 3,275 | 19.8% | |
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The number of people living in Chandler has grown over the years. In 1970, there were 765 residents. By 2020, the population had increased to 3,275 people.
| Group | Number of People | Percentage |
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| White (NH) | 2,597 | 79.3% |
| Black or African American (NH) | 357 | 10.9% |
| Native American or Alaska Native (NH) | 6 | 0.18% |
| Asian (NH) | 47 | 1.44% |
| Some Other Race (NH) | 8 | 0.24% |
| Mixed/Multi-Racial (NH) | 90 | 2.75% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 170 | 5.19% |
| Total | 3,275 |
In 2020, there were 3,275 people living in Chandler. These people lived in 1,174 households. About 811 of these households were families.
Back in 2000, there were 2,099 people in the city. The average household had about 2.47 people. The average family had about 2.96 people.
The median age in Chandler in 2000 was 39 years old. This means half the people were younger than 39, and half were older.
Fun Places and Services
Chandler has several great places for everyone to enjoy.
City Parks and Outdoor Fun
The city has three public parks:
- Winchester Park is on FM 315 South. It has five baseball fields and soccer fields. There is also a playground, two pavilions, and two places to buy snacks. You can also find a pond and a walking trail there.
- McCain Park is on Highway 31 West. This park is home to the Chandler Historical Museums. You can see the old Yarborough House and the original train depot here.
- River Park is on Highway 31 East. It's a great spot for boating and fishing on the Neches River. You can also enjoy watching birds there.
Health and Learning Resources
For health care, the University of Texas ET Medical Center has a fitness center in Chandler. Christus Mother Frances also has a clinic in the city. If you need to use the internet, the Chandler Public Library offers free Wi-Fi.
Schools in Chandler
Students in Chandler attend schools that are part of the Brownsboro Independent School District. There are two public schools right in Chandler:
- Chandler Elementary School
- Chandler Intermediate School
Famous People from Chandler
- Ralph Yarborough was born in Chandler. He became a U.S. senator.
See also
In Spanish: Chandler (Texas) para niños
