Crandall, Texas facts for kids
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Crandall, Texas
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Location of Crandall in Kaufman County, Texas
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| Country | United States |
| State | Texas |
| County | Kaufman |
| Area | |
| • Total | 4.38 sq mi (11.35 km2) |
| • Land | 4.38 sq mi (11.35 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 410 ft (120 m) |
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| • Total | 3,860 |
| • Density | 881.3/sq mi (340.1/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
75114
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| Area code(s) | 214, 469, 945, 972 |
| FIPS code | 48-17504 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2410257 |
Crandall is a city in Kaufman County, Texas, United States. About 5,100 people lived there in 2023. Crandall started as a railway town in the early 1880s. It grew around the Texas Trunk Railroad. The city is named after Cornelius F. Crandall. He also founded Crandall, Indiana.
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Where is Crandall Located?
Crandall is in the western part of Kaufman County. U.S. Route 175 goes through the north side of the city. This road leads northwest about 24 miles to Dallas. It also goes southeast about 9 miles to Kaufman.
The city of Crandall covers about 4.38 square miles (11.35 square kilometers) of land. Only a very small part of this area is water.
How Many People Live in Crandall?
The city of Crandall has grown over the years. In 2020, 3,860 people lived there. By 2023, the population was estimated to be around 4,995.
Crandall's Population Growth Over Time
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1890 | 251 | — | |
| 1950 | 727 | — | |
| 1960 | 640 | −12.0% | |
| 1970 | 774 | 20.9% | |
| 1980 | 831 | 7.4% | |
| 1990 | 1,652 | 98.8% | |
| 2000 | 2,774 | 67.9% | |
| 2010 | 2,858 | 3.0% | |
| 2020 | 3,860 | 35.1% | |
| 2023 (est.) | 4,995 | 74.8% | |
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Who Lives in Crandall?
In 2020, there were 3,860 people living in Crandall. These people made up 1,149 households. Most of these households (968) were families.
| Group | Number of People | Percentage |
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| White (not Hispanic) | 2,868 | 74.3% |
| Black or African American (not Hispanic) | 170 | 4.4% |
| Native American or Alaska Native (not Hispanic) | 23 | 0.6% |
| Asian (not Hispanic) | 21 | 0.54% |
| Pacific Islander (not Hispanic) | 1 | 0.03% |
| Other Race (not Hispanic) | 7 | 0.18% |
| Mixed/multiracial (not Hispanic) | 119 | 3.08% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 651 | 16.87% |
| Total | 3,860 |
Schools in Crandall
The Crandall Independent School District (ISD) serves the city. This school district has several schools for students.
Crandall ISD Schools
- Hollis T. Dietz Elementary School
- W.A. Martin Elementary School
- Noble-Reed Elementary School
- Barbara Walker Elementary School
- Nola Kathryn Wilson Elementary School
- Opal Smith Elementary School
- Crandall Middle School
- Crandall High School
- Crandall Compass Academy
What is Crandall's Climate Like?
Crandall has a climate with hot and humid summers. The winters are usually mild to cool. This type of weather is called a humid subtropical climate. On climate maps, it is marked as Cfa.
Famous People from Crandall
- Julia Morales - A TV personality and sportscaster.
See also
In Spanish: Crandall (Texas) para niños
