China Grove, Texas facts for kids
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China Grove, Texas
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Location of China Grove, Texas
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| Country | United States |
| State | Texas |
| County | Bexar |
| Area | |
| • Total | 4.34 sq mi (11.24 km2) |
| • Land | 4.31 sq mi (11.17 km2) |
| • Water | 0.03 sq mi (0.07 km2) |
| Elevation | 653 ft (199 m) |
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| • Total | 1,141 |
| • Density | 306.28/sq mi (118.26/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
78263
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| Area code(s) | 210, 726 (planned) |
| FIPS code | 48-14716 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1332767 |
| ANSI Code | 2413198 |
China Grove is a town located in Bexar County, Texas, United States. It is found on the far east side of the larger city of San Antonio. In 2020, about 1,141 people lived there. China Grove is part of the bigger San Antonio metropolitan area.
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Where is China Grove Located?
China Grove is about 12 miles (19 km) east of downtown San Antonio. This means it's a short drive from the main city.
The town covers a total area of about 4.3 square miles (11.2 square kilometers). Almost all of this area is land.
How Many People Live in China Grove?
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1970 | 329 | — | |
| 1980 | 434 | 31.9% | |
| 1990 | 872 | 100.9% | |
| 2000 | 1,247 | 43.0% | |
| 2010 | 1,179 | −5.5% | |
| 2020 | 1,141 | −3.2% | |
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The number of people living in China Grove has changed over the years. In 1970, there were 329 residents. By 2020, the population had grown to 1,141 people.
Who Lives in China Grove?
In 2020, there were 1,141 people living in China Grove. These residents made up 363 households and 306 families.
The town is home to people from many different backgrounds. Here's a look at the racial makeup of China Grove in 2020:
| Race | Number | Percentage |
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| White or European American (NH) | 549 | 48.12% |
| Black or African American (NH) | 74 | 6.49% |
| Native American or Alaska Native (NH) | 6 | 0.53% |
| Asian (NH) | 6 | 0.53% |
| Pacific Islander (NH) | 1 | 0.09% |
| Mixed/Multi-Racial (NH) | 39 | 3.42% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 466 | 40.84% |
| Total | 1,141 |
What is the Climate Like?
China Grove has a climate known as a humid subtropical climate. This means the summers are usually hot and humid. The winters are generally mild, meaning they are not too cold. Sometimes, they can be cool. This type of climate is often shown as "Cfa" on climate maps.
Schools in China Grove
Students in China Grove attend schools within the East Central Independent School District. The main public high school for the area is East Central High School.
See also
In Spanish: China Grove (Texas) para niños
