Corrigan, Texas facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Corrigan
|
|
|---|---|
.jpg)
Corrigan City Hall
|
|
Location of Corrigan, Texas
|
|
 |
|
| Country |  United States |
| State |  Texas |
| County | Polk |
| Government | |
| • Type | Council-manager |
| Area | |
| • Total | 2.30 sq mi (5.95 km2) |
| • Land | 2.30 sq mi (5.95 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 233 ft (71 m) |
| Population
(2020)
|
|
| • Total | 1,477 |
| • Density | 701.66/sq mi (270.88/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
75939
|
| Area code(s) | 936 |
| FIPS code | 48-17036 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2413246 |
Corrigan is a small town in Polk County, Texas, in the United States. It's found in the central part of Polk County. The town is right next to U.S. Highway 59. It is about 100 miles away from the big city of Houston. In the year 2020, about 1,477 people lived in Corrigan.
Contents
History of Corrigan
Corrigan really started to grow when the Houston East and West Texas Railway was finished in 1881. Before the railway, there were already some farms and mills in the area. The town got its name from Pat Corrigan. He was the conductor of the very first train that came through on the new railway.
Timber Industry Growth
After the railway was built, the timber industry became very important in Corrigan. There were many large pine trees in the area. The railway made it easy to transport the wood. By 1882, there were 17 sawmills around Corrigan. The timber business helped other businesses open up. These included churches, stores, and hotels. A post office also opened in 1883.
Over time, Corrigan's economy became more diverse. This helped the town survive when the timber industry faced tough times. However, the timber industry always remained a key part of Corrigan's economy. It shaped how the town developed. In 2000, there were 114 businesses operating in Corrigan.
Geography and Climate
Corrigan is located in Polk County, Texas. The United States Census Bureau says the town covers about 1.8 square miles (4.7 square kilometers) of land. There is no water area within the town limits.
Weather in Corrigan
The weather in Corrigan is known for its hot and humid summers. The winters are usually mild to cool. This type of weather is called a humid subtropical climate. It means the area gets a lot of rain and has warm temperatures for most of the year.
Population Information
The population of Corrigan has changed over the years. Here's how many people lived there at different times:
| Historical population | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1890 | 298 | — | |
| 1940 | 1,402 | — | |
| 1950 | 1,417 | 1.1% | |
| 1960 | 986 | −30.4% | |
| 1970 | 1,304 | 32.3% | |
| 1980 | 1,770 | 35.7% | |
| 1990 | 1,764 | −0.3% | |
| 2000 | 1,721 | −2.4% | |
| 2010 | 1,595 | −7.3% | |
| 2020 | 1,477 | −7.4% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census | |||
In 2020, there were 1,477 people living in Corrigan. There were 677 households and 444 families.
People and Households
In 2000, there were 1,721 people living in Corrigan. There were 630 households and 437 families. About 37.6% of these households had children under 18 years old. About 40.3% were married couples.
The average household had about 2.63 people. The average family had about 3.23 people. The median age in the town was 32 years old. This means half the people were younger than 32 and half were older. About 31.3% of the population was under 18 years old.
Education in Corrigan
The schools in Corrigan are part of the Corrigan-Camden Independent School District. This district runs Corrigan-Camden High School. For college, Polk County, where Corrigan is located, is part of the Angelina College district.
Images for kids
-
Watertower in Corrigan
-
Polk County Subcourthouse in Corrigan, Texas
