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Fate, Texas
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Downtown Fate
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Location of Fate in Rockwall County, Texas
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| Country | United States |
| State | Texas |
| County | Rockwall |
| Government | |
| • Type | Council-Manager |
| Area | |
| • Total | 12.02 sq mi (31.13 km2) |
| • Land | 11.85 sq mi (30.68 km2) |
| • Water | 0.17 sq mi (0.45 km2) |
| Elevation | 584 ft (178 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 17,958 |
| • Density | 1,494.0/sq mi (576.87/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
75132, 75189, 75087, 75032
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| Area code(s) | 214, 469, 945, 972 |
| FIPS code | 48-25572 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2410491 |
| Website | http://www.fatetx.gov |
Fate is a city located in the center of Rockwall County, Texas, United States. In 2020, the city had a population of 17,958 people. This was a big jump from 6,357 people in 2010, and only 602 people in 2000. By 2022, Fate's population was estimated to be almost 23,000.
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Discovering Fate's History
The City of Fate has a very interesting name and past. People think the town was named after one of two important residents. These were William Lafayette Brown or GW Lafayette Peyton. Both were nicknamed "Fate" and lived in the area around the 1860s.
How Fate Got Its Name
Back then, owning land, having a post office, and the railroad were very important for naming towns. Fate was settled shortly after the Civil War. It was first located about 1.5 miles north of where Downtown Fate is today. Another town called Barnes grew where Fate's current downtown is. It was named after a doctor, Wiley Turner Barnes.
A post office opened in Fate on July 13, 1880. Harvey Peyton White was its first postmaster. As the area grew, the Missouri-Kansas-Texas (MKT) Railroad was built in 1886. It ran through Barnes. This brought fast growth to the area. Fate and Barnes decided to combine into one town on February 11, 1887. This allowed everyone to use the post office and the railroad.
Growth and Challenges in Early Fate
In the late 1800s, Fate did very well. The town grew to have many businesses. There were four doctors, two cotton gins, and two grocery stores. It also had a barbershop, a butcher, and a candy shop. A grain elevator and a newspaper called The Fate Review also opened.
In the early 1900s, the town faced several tough times.
- In 1906, a fire burned down the south side of the business area. There was no fire station nearby, so businesses were badly damaged.
- In 1910, another fire destroyed the north side of town.
- The Great Depression in the 1930s caused money problems for local farmers. Many lost their land.
- In 1933, a tornado hit and damaged parts of the town.
As the population got smaller, the churches in Fate decided to join together. This brought people closer and formed a strong community.
Fate's Comeback and Modern Growth
By the 1940s, during World War II, Fate had lost all its mail routes. Its school became a one-teacher school. The railroad station was sold. By 1950, only about 150 people lived there. Fate's school closed, and students went to schools in nearby Royse City or Rockwall.
However, residents used wood from the old school to build a Community Center. This center is still used today and was recently updated. After the 1960s, Fate finally started to grow again.
- In the 1970s, a neighborhood called Woodcreek began to be built.
- In the 1980s, new technology like telephones and the 911 system helped the town grow more.
- By the 1990s, Fate's population reached 475. It had a grocery store, an upholstery shop, a printer, and restaurants.
New neighborhoods and developments continued to make Fate's population boom in the early 2000s. In 2000, Fate had just over 600 people. Now, in 2022, the population is estimated to be almost 23,000.
Understanding Fate's Geography
Fate is located in a central spot in Rockwall County.
Where is Fate Located?
Downtown Fate is 4.8 miles east of downtown Rockwall. It is on Texas State Highway 66. FM 551 is the northernmost road, just north of I-30. Downtown Royse City is 4.5 miles to the northeast.
The city covers a total area of about 12.4 square miles (32.1 km2). About 0.4 square miles (1.0 km2) of this area is covered by water.
Fate's Population Changes
The city of Fate has seen a lot of growth in its population over the years.
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1920 | 299 | — | |
| 1930 | 194 | −35.1% | |
| 1940 | 127 | −34.5% | |
| 1950 | 141 | 11.0% | |
| 1960 | 191 | 35.5% | |
| 1970 | 329 | 72.3% | |
| 1980 | 263 | −20.1% | |
| 1990 | 475 | 80.6% | |
| 2000 | 497 | 4.6% | |
| 2010 | 6,357 | 1,179.1% | |
| 2020 | 17,958 | 182.5% | |
| 2023 (est.) | 24,626 | 287.4% | |
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Who Lives in Fate?
| Race | Number | Percentage |
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| White (NH) | 10,815 | 60.22% |
| Black or African American (NH) | 1,711 | 9.53% |
| Native American or Alaska Native (NH) | 86 | 0.48% |
| Asian (NH) | 570 | 3.17% |
| Pacific Islander (NH) | 17 | 0.09% |
| Some Other Race (NH) | 56 | 0.31% |
| Mixed/Multi-Racial (NH) | 814 | 4.53% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 3,889 | 21.66% |
| Total | 17,958 |
In 2020, there were 17,958 people living in Fate. There were 4,552 households and 3,895 families. About 33.6% of the people were under 18 years old. Also, 7.8% were 65 years or older. Women made up 52.1% of the population. Most adults, 95.8%, had graduated from high school. About 44.6% of those adults had a bachelor's degree or higher.
Education in Fate
Students in Fate attend schools from two different school districts.
Serving Fate's Students
Fate is served by the Rockwall Independent School District in the southern and western parts of the city. The Royse City Independent School District serves the northern and eastern parts.
Royse City ISD has three schools located in Fate:
- Miss May Vernon Elementary School
- Harry H Herndon Elementary School
- Bobby Summers Middle School
Rockwall ISD has two elementary schools in Fate:
- Billie Stevenson Elementary School, which opened in 2013 in the Woodcreek neighborhood.
- Lupe Garcia Elementary, which opened in 2021 in the Williamsburg neighborhood.
New High School for Fate
Royse City ISD will open Fate's first high school since 1933. It will be located in the northern part of Fate, off FM 552. This new school, called Worthy Fate High School, is planned to open in August 2027.
The school district asked the community for name ideas. They reviewed over 440 suggestions. The new campus was approved in a vote in May 2023. It will open with freshmen and sophomores. By 2030, it plans to be a full 9th-12th grade school. Royse City ISD plans to start building the new school in Spring 2024.
Worthy Fate High School will offer programs similar to Royse City High School. These include career and tech programs, dual credit programs (where students earn college credit), and associate degrees. It will also have facilities for agriculture, fine arts, and sports. The school's mascot will be the Wolverines, and its colors will be navy and vegas gold.
Notable People from Fate
- Ralph Hall, who used to be a member of the US House of Representatives, was born here.
See also
In Spanish: Fate (Texas) para niños
