Chula Vista, Maverick County, Texas facts for kids
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Chula Vista, Texas
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| Country | United States |
| State | Texas |
| County | Maverick |
| Area | |
| • Total | 3.1 sq mi (7.9 km2) |
| • Land | 3.1 sq mi (7.9 km2) |
| • Water | 0.0 sq mi (0.0 km2) |
| Elevation | 787 ft (240 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 5,100 |
| • Density | 1,650/sq mi (646/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| FIPS code | 48-63360 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1852762 |
Chula Vista is a small community in Maverick County, Texas, United States. It used to be known as Rosita North. This area is called a census-designated place (CDP). This means it's a special area defined by the government for counting people. In 2020, about 5,100 people lived here.
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Where is Chula Vista?
Chula Vista is located in Texas. You can find it at these coordinates: 28.653362 degrees North and 100.426004 degrees West.
The area of Chula Vista is about 3.1 square miles (or 7.9 square kilometers). Almost all of this area is land, with only a very tiny bit of water.
Who Lives in Chula Vista?
In the year 2000, about 3,400 people lived in Chula Vista. The community has grown since then!
Most people in Chula Vista are of Hispanic or Latino background. This makes the community very rich in culture and traditions.
Families and Homes
Many families live in Chula Vista. In 2000, about 66% of homes had children under 18 living there. Most families were married couples living together. The average household had about four people. This shows that Chula Vista is a place with many large, close-knit families.
Age and Income
Chula Vista has a young population. In 2000, about 43% of the people were under 18 years old. The average age was 23 years. This means there are lots of kids and young people in the community.
The average income for families in Chula Vista in 2000 was around $18,667 per year. Some families in the area face financial challenges. About 45% of families and 48% of all people lived below the poverty line at that time. This includes many children and older adults.
Learning in Chula Vista
Students in Chula Vista attend schools that are part of the Eagle Pass Independent School District. This district helps provide education for the children and teens in the area.
See Also
In Spanish: Chula Vista (condado de Maverick, Texas) para niños
