Comanche, Texas facts for kids
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Comanche, Texas
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Downtown Comanche, Texas (2022)
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 Comanche, Texas
Location in Texas
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Texas |
| County | Comanche |
| Region | Central Texas |
| Established | 1858 |
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| • Total | 4.56 sq mi (11.81 km2) |
| • Land | 4.56 sq mi (11.81 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,381 ft (421 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 4,211 |
| • Density | 923.5/sq mi (356.56/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
| ZIP code |
76442
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| Area code | 325 |
| FIPS code | 48-16192 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2410207 |
Comanche is a city in Comanche County, Texas, in the United States. It is the main town, or county seat, of Comanche County. In 2020, about 4,211 people lived in Comanche.
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History of Comanche
In 1850, a military road called the "Corn Trail" was built through the area. This road helped supply forts and encouraged people to settle there. The town of Comanche was started in 1856. It officially became a city in 1858.
Near the modern courthouse, you can still see the "Old Cora Courthouse." This is a preserved log building. It is one of the oldest wooden courthouses still standing in Texas. Cora was the county seat before Comanche, but it later became the town of Gustine.
Geography and Climate
Comanche is located in Texas. The United States Census Bureau says the city covers about 4.5 square miles (11.8 square kilometers) of land. There is no water area within the city limits.
What is the Climate Like in Comanche?
The weather in Comanche has hot and humid summers. Winters are usually mild to cool. This type of weather is known as a humid subtropical climate. On climate maps, it is marked as Cfa.
Population Changes in Comanche
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| 1880 | 704 | — | |
| 1890 | 1,226 | 74.1% | |
| 1900 | 2,070 | 68.8% | |
| 1910 | 2,756 | 33.1% | |
| 1920 | 3,524 | 27.9% | |
| 1930 | 2,435 | −30.9% | |
| 1940 | 3,209 | 31.8% | |
| 1950 | 3,840 | 19.7% | |
| 1960 | 3,415 | −11.1% | |
| 1970 | 3,933 | 15.2% | |
| 1980 | 4,075 | 3.6% | |
| 1990 | 4,087 | 0.3% | |
| 2000 | 4,482 | 9.7% | |
| 2010 | 4,335 | −3.3% | |
| 2020 | 4,211 | −2.9% | |
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The population of Comanche has changed over many years. In 1880, there were 704 people. The population grew to 4,482 by the year 2000. By the 2020 United States census, the population was 4,211 people.
In 2020, there were 1,592 households in Comanche. About 990 families lived in the city. Most residents were White (Non-Hispanic) or Hispanic or Latino.
Arts and Culture in Comanche
The Comanche County Historical Museum is a great place to visit. It shows what life was like in the past. You can see a blacksmith shop, an old gas station, and a doctor's office. The museum also has a copy of a saloon. This is where a famous gunfighter named John Wesley Hardin was involved in an event in 1874.
Education in Comanche
Students in Comanche attend schools that are part of the Comanche Independent School District. This district includes:
- Comanche Elementary
- Comanche Middle School
- H.R. Jefferies Junior High
- Comanche High School
There is also Premier Accelerated Charter School in Comanche. This school is for high school-aged students.
Transportation in Comanche
Comanche has several ways for people and goods to travel.
Highways in Comanche
Many important roads pass through Comanche:
U.S. Route 67
U.S. Route 377 (This road runs along with U.S. Route 67)
Texas State Highway 16
Texas State Highway 36
Farm to Market 590
Farm to Market 1689
Farm to Market 2247
Farm to Market 3381
Railroad Services
Comanche is on the main line of the Fort Worth and Western Railroad. As of 2024, this train line is only used for carrying goods (freight). There are no passenger trains for people to ride.
Airport Access
The Comanche County–City Airport is located northeast of Comanche. It is a general aviation airport. This means it is used for private planes and smaller aircraft, not large commercial flights. The city of Comanche and Comanche County own this airport together.
Famous People from Comanche
Some notable people have connections to Comanche:
- Ben F. Barnes served as the 36th Lieutenant Governor of Texas.
- Robert T. Hill was a pioneer Texas geologist.
- Justin Holland has been a member of the Texas House of Representatives since 2017.
- David Kersh and Kerry Harvick are country music singers who live in Comanche.
See also
In Spanish: Comanche (Texas) para niños
