Dilley, Texas facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Dilley, Texas
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Do Dilley, Texas
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| Motto(s):
"A slice of the good life"
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Location of Dilley, Texas
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| Country | United States |
| State | Texas |
| County | Frio |
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| • Type | Mayor-council government |
| Area | |
| • Total | 2.33 sq mi (6.04 km2) |
| • Land | 2.33 sq mi (6.04 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 561 ft (171 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 3,274 |
| • Density | 1,405/sq mi (542.1/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
78017
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| Area code(s) | 830 |
| FIPS code | 48-20428 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2410339 |
Dilley is a small town in Frio County, Texas, United States. In 2020, about 3,274 people lived here. You can find Dilley right off Interstate 35, south of Pearsall, which is the main town of Frio County.
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Where is Dilley?
Dilley is in the southern part of Frio County. A big highway called Interstate 35 goes around the west side of town. This highway can take you about 71 miles (114 km) northeast to the big city of San Antonio. Or, if you go south, it's about 83 miles (134 km) to Laredo.
The main town of Frio County, Pearsall, is only about 16 miles (26 km) north. Another road, Texas State Highway 85, goes right through the middle of Dilley. The town itself is quite small, covering about 2.3 square miles (6.1 square kilometers) of land.
How Many People Live Here?
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1930 | 929 | — | |
| 1940 | 1,244 | 33.9% | |
| 1950 | 1,809 | 45.4% | |
| 1960 | 2,118 | 17.1% | |
| 1970 | 2,362 | 11.5% | |
| 1980 | 2,579 | 9.2% | |
| 1990 | 2,632 | 2.1% | |
| 2000 | 3,674 | 39.6% | |
| 2010 | 3,894 | 6.0% | |
| 2020 | 3,274 | −15.9% | |
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Over the years, the number of people living in Dilley has changed. In 2020, the town had 3,274 residents. Most people living in Dilley are of Hispanic or Latino background.
What About Schools?
The children in Dilley go to schools that are part of the Dilley Independent School District. There are three schools in the district:
- Dilley Elementary
- Mary Harper Middle School
- Dilley High School
Weather in Dilley
The weather in Dilley is usually warm. Summers are hot and humid, meaning there's a lot of moisture in the air. Winters are generally mild, not too cold. This type of weather is called a humid subtropical climate.
Images for kids
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City Hall in Dilley is in the Avant Building.
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The Dilley Chamber of Commerce building
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Dilley Feed and Grain operates a grain elevator and silos.
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Dilley State Bank is located just off Interstate 35.
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A small but modern hospital operates in Dilley.
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A pavilion in the downtown park in Dilley
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First Baptist Church in Dilley
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First United Methodist Church in Dilley with the "Catch the Spirit" emblem
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Tex Best, a large convenience store, operates off Interstate 35 in Dilley.
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Dilley from Interstate 35
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Welcome sign
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Dilley has been famous for its summer watermelons.
See also
In Spanish: Dilley (Texas) para niños
