Edgewood, Texas facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Edgewood, Texas
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Downtown Edgewood
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Location of Edgewood, Texas
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| Country | United States |
| State | Texas |
| County | Van Zandt |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.38 sq mi (3.56 km2) |
| • Land | 1.36 sq mi (3.52 km2) |
| • Water | 0.02 sq mi (0.05 km2) |
| Elevation | 476 ft (145 m) |
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| • Total | 1,530 |
| • Density | 1,109/sq mi (429.8/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
75117
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| Area code(s) | 430, 903 |
| FIPS code | 48-22612 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2412468 |
Edgewood is a city located in Van Zandt County, Texas, in the United States. In 2020, about 1,530 people lived there. The city got its name because it is on the western edge of the East Texas timberline. It is also found along U.S. Highway 80, about 60 miles east of Dallas.
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Where is Edgewood Located?
Edgewood is in the state of Texas. It is part of Van Zandt County. The city is about 60 miles east of a much larger city called Dallas.
Understanding Edgewood's Size
The United States Census Bureau says that Edgewood covers a total area of about 1.4 square miles (3.5 square kilometers). All of this area is land. This means there are no large lakes or rivers within the city limits.
Who Lives in Edgewood?
The number of people living in Edgewood has changed over many years. Here is a quick look at how the population has grown:
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1880 | 83 | — | |
| 1920 | 820 | — | |
| 1930 | 761 | −7.2% | |
| 1940 | 738 | −3.0% | |
| 1950 | 834 | 13.0% | |
| 1960 | 887 | 6.4% | |
| 1970 | 1,176 | 32.6% | |
| 1980 | 1,413 | 20.2% | |
| 1990 | 1,284 | −9.1% | |
| 2000 | 1,348 | 5.0% | |
| 2010 | 1,441 | 6.9% | |
| 2020 | 1,530 | 6.2% | |
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Edgewood's Population in 2020
In 2020, the 2020 United States census counted 1,530 people living in Edgewood. There were 558 households, which are groups of people living together in homes. Out of these, 439 were families.
Here is a simple breakdown of the different groups of people living in Edgewood in 2020:
| Group | Number of People | Percentage |
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| White (not Hispanic) | 1,162 | 75.95% |
| Black or African American (not Hispanic) | 109 | 7.12% |
| Native American or Alaska Native (not Hispanic) | 13 | 0.85% |
| Asian (not Hispanic) | 7 | 0.46% |
| Pacific Islander (not Hispanic) | 1 | 0.07% |
| Some Other Group (not Hispanic) | 3 | 0.2% |
| Mixed/Multi-Racial (not Hispanic) | 51 | 3.33% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 184 | 12.03% |
| Total | 1,530 |
Learning in Edgewood
The students in Edgewood attend schools that are part of the Edgewood Independent School District. This district is responsible for providing education to the children and young people in the town.
Famous People from Edgewood
Some people who have become well-known have connections to Edgewood:
- Cameron McCasland is a film and television producer who has been nominated for an Emmy award.
- Chad Morris is a college football coach.
Local News and Information
If you want to read about what's happening in Edgewood, you might find news in these publications:
- Edgewood Enterprise
- Van Zandt County News
See also
In Spanish: Edgewood (Texas) para niños
