Diboll, Texas facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Diboll, Texas
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Diboll in 1946
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Location of Diboll, Texas
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Texas |
| County | Angelina |
| Government | |
| • Type | Council–manager |
| Area | |
| • Total | 5.03 sq mi (13.04 km2) |
| • Land | 4.98 sq mi (12.89 km2) |
| • Water | 0.06 sq mi (0.15 km2) |
| Elevation | 226 ft (69 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 4,457 |
| • Density | 1,045.82/sq mi (403.79/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
75941
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| Area code(s) | 936 |
| FIPS code | 48-20308 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2410335 |
Diboll is a city in Angelina County, Texas, in the United States. In 2020, about 4,457 people lived there. The city gets its name from J. C. Diboll, who was a local timber salesman.
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Where is Diboll Located?
Diboll is in the southwestern part of Angelina County. A major road, U.S. Route 59 (which will become Interstate 69), goes through the city. This road leads north about 11 miles (18 km) to Lufkin, which is the main city of the county. It also goes south about 109 miles (175 km) to Houston.
The city covers a total area of about 5.03 square miles (13.04 km²). Most of this area is land, with a small part being water.
Who Lives in Diboll?
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1930 | 1,363 | — | |
| 1970 | 3,557 | — | |
| 1980 | 5,227 | 46.9% | |
| 1990 | 4,341 | −17.0% | |
| 2000 | 5,470 | 26.0% | |
| 2010 | 4,776 | −12.7% | |
| 2020 | 4,457 | −6.7% | |
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In 2020, there were 4,457 people living in Diboll. There were 1,353 households and 1,181 families in the city.
Diboll's Population by Race and Ethnicity (2020)
| Race | Number | Percentage |
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| White (NH) | 1,304 | 29.26% |
| Black or African American (NH) | 959 | 21.52% |
| Native American or Alaska Native (NH) | 2 | 0.04% |
| Asian (NH) | 15 | 0.34% |
| Pacific Islander (NH) | 3 | 0.07% |
| Some Other Race (NH) | 6 | 0.13% |
| Mixed/Multi-Racial (NH) | 87 | 1.95% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 2,081 | 46.69% |
| Total | 4,457 |
In 2000, the city had 5,470 people. About 43.4% of households had children under 18. The average household had about 3 people. The average age of people in Diboll was 32 years old.
Who are Some Famous People from Diboll?
Diboll has been home to several notable people:
- Jermichael Finley: A former football tight end who played for the Green Bay Packers. He stopped playing in 2015.
- John H. Hannah Jr.: He was a former Texas Secretary of State and later a United States federal judge.
- Mack Mitchell: A former football defensive end who played for the Cleveland Browns.
- Arthur "Buddy" Temple Jr.: He was a member of the Texas House of Representatives and the Texas Railroad Commission. He was also the President and CEO of Temple Industries, a large company that made forest products.
Education in Diboll
Students in Diboll attend schools that are part of the Diboll Independent School District.
What is Diboll's Climate Like?
Diboll has a climate with hot and humid summers. The winters are usually mild to cool. This type of weather is known as a humid subtropical climate.
See also
In Spanish: Diboll para niños
Images for kids
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Diboll Safety Center, which is the police and fire station
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Diboll Water Tower
