Forney, Texas facts for kids
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Forney, Texas
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Forney City Hall
Downtown Forney, Texas
A portion of downtown Forney
Hamblen Park is located behind City Hall and near the Missouri Pacific Railroad car in Forney.
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| Nickname(s):
"City Without Limits"; "Antique Capital of Texas"
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| Motto(s):
"Everyday through good times and bad"
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Location of Forney in Kaufman County, Texas
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| Country | United States | |
| State | Texas | |
| County | Kaufman | |
| Founded | 1871 | |
| Incorporated | 1884 | |
| Named for | John W. Forney | |
| Government | ||
| • Type | Council-Manager | |
| Area | ||
| • City | 15.826 sq mi (40.989 km2) | |
| • Land | 15.804 sq mi (40.931 km2) | |
| • Water | 0.022 sq mi (0.056 km2) | |
| Elevation | 459 ft (140 m) | |
| Population
(2020)
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| • City | 23,455 | |
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(2023)
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35,470 | |
| • Rank | US: 1143rd TX: 104th |
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| • Density | 2,244/sq mi (866.6/km2) | |
| • Urban | 5,732,354 (US: 6th) | |
| • Metro | 8,100,037 (US: 4th) | |
| Time zone | UTC–6 (Central (CST)) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC–5 (CDT) | |
| ZIP Code |
75126
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| Area code(s) | 214, 469, 972, and 945 | |
| FIPS code | 48-26604 | |
| GNIS feature ID | 2410521 | |
| Sales tax | 8.25% | |
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Forney is a city in Kaufman County, Texas, in the United States. It is known as the "Antique Capital of Texas" by the Texas Legislature. Forney is part of the larger Dallas–Fort Worth metroplex area. In 2020, the city had a population of 23,455 people.
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Where is Forney Located?
Forney is found in the northwestern part of Kaufman County. U.S. Route 80 is a major highway that goes through the city. This highway leads west about 20 miles (32 km) to the center of Dallas. It also goes east about 11 miles (18 km) to Terrell.
The city covers a total area of about 15.8 square miles (40.9 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, with a small part being water. Forney is also located about 4 miles (6.4 km) southeast of Lake Ray Hubbard. This lake was once called Forney Lake.
What is Forney's Climate Like?
The weather in Forney usually has hot, humid summers. Winters are generally mild to cool. According to the Köppen climate classification, Forney has a humid subtropical climate. This type of climate is marked as Cfa on climate maps.
On April 3, 2012, a strong tornado hit Forney. It was an EF-3 tornado, meaning it caused significant damage. Several homes in the Diamond Creek neighborhood were completely destroyed. Many others were badly damaged. The tornado also caused major roof damage to Crosby Elementary School. A car from the school's parking lot was thrown about 300 yards (274 meters) into a field. Luckily, no one died, but seven people were hurt.
How Many People Live in Forney?
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1880 | 317 | — | |
| 1890 | 811 | 155.8% | |
| 1910 | 1,114 | — | |
| 1920 | 1,345 | 20.7% | |
| 1930 | 1,216 | −9.6% | |
| 1940 | 1,295 | 6.5% | |
| 1950 | 1,425 | 10.0% | |
| 1960 | 1,544 | 8.4% | |
| 1970 | 1,745 | 13.0% | |
| 1980 | 2,483 | 42.3% | |
| 1990 | 4,070 | 63.9% | |
| 2000 | 5,588 | 37.3% | |
| 2010 | 14,661 | 162.4% | |
| 2020 | 23,455 | 60.0% | |
| 2023 (est.) | 35,470 | 141.9% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census Texas Almanac: 1850-2000 2020 Census |
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In 2020, Forney had 23,455 residents. There were 7,876 households and 6,043 families living in the city. The city's population density was about 1,584 people per square mile (611.6 people per square kilometer).
The population of Forney is quite diverse. About 59.5% of residents were White. About 18.0% were African American. Around 20.8% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
Many young people live in Forney. About 27.8% of residents were under 18 years old. Also, 9.5% were under 5 years old. About 7.0% of the population was 65 years or older.
Education in Forney
The Forney Independent School District (FISD) serves the city of Forney. It also covers nearby areas like Talty and parts of Heartland. The district has several elementary schools. It also has three intermediate schools, and three middle schools: Jackson, Warren, and Brown. For high school students, there are Forney High School and North Forney High School.
In 2010, the school district earned an "Exemplary" academic rating. This rating was based on the results of the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills tests. The district also has an eBook program. This program gives laptops to high school, middle school, and intermediate school students for their schoolwork.
In June 2022, the Forney Independent School District introduced a new dress code. This code banned all "hoodies" and hooded coats or jackets. It also banned dresses, skirts, and skorts for students above fourth grade. The district stated these changes were to "help prepare students for a safe and successful future."
Famous People from Forney
- Darlene Cates – An actress.
- Markies Deandre Conway, also known as Yella Beezy – A rapper, singer, and songwriter.
- Tex Erwin – A Major League Baseball player.
- Evan Gattis – An MLB player, who played for the Houston Astros.
- Josh Geer – An MLB player, who played for the San Diego Padres.
- Caleb Hanie – An NFL player.
- William Madison McDonald – A politician, educator, and businessman.
- John Wiley Price – A Dallas County commissioner.
- Don Willett – A Fifth Circuit judge, and a former Texas Supreme Court associate justice.
See also
In Spanish: Forney (Texas) para niños
