Fruitvale, Texas facts for kids
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Fruitvale, Texas
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Location of Fruitvale, Texas
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| Country | United States |
| State | Texas |
| County | Van Zandt |
| Government | |
| • Type | City Council |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.91 sq mi (4.94 km2) |
| • Land | 1.89 sq mi (4.91 km2) |
| • Water | 0.01 sq mi (0.03 km2) |
| Elevation | 469 ft (143 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 476 |
| • Density | 249.2/sq mi (96.36/km2) |
| Racial Composition (2019) | |
| • White | 80.7% |
| • Hispanic | 7.6% |
| • American Indian | 7.2% |
| • Black | 3.1% |
| • Other | 1.4% |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
75127
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| Area code(s) | 430, 903 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2410555 |
Fruitvale is a small city located in Van Zandt County, Texas, in the United States. In 2020, about 476 people lived there. The city got its name because it is in a historic area known for growing fruit. This area is in the Sabine River valley in northeastern Van Zandt County.
The town was first called Bolen Switch. But around 1901, local fruit growers asked for the name to be changed. A post office was then opened in Fruitvale in 1903. In April 2017, a strong storm caused damage and some injuries in the town. The Fruitvale Independent School District serves students from preschool through 12th grade in Fruitvale.
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Exploring Fruitvale's Location
Fruitvale is located along U.S. Highway 80. This highway connects Fruitvale to nearby towns like Edgewood and Grand Saline.
How Big is Fruitvale?
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city covers an area of about 1.9 square miles (4.9 square kilometers). All of this area is land.
Understanding Fruitvale's Population
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1970 | 206 | — | |
| 1980 | 367 | 78.2% | |
| 1990 | 349 | −4.9% | |
| 2000 | 418 | 19.8% | |
| 2010 | 408 | −2.4% | |
| 2020 | 476 | 16.7% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census 2020 Census |
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In 2000, there were 418 people living in Fruitvale. These people lived in 157 households, with 116 of them being families. The population density was about 218 people per square mile.
Who Lives in Fruitvale?
In 2000, most of the people in Fruitvale were White (92.82%). Other groups included African American (0.96%), Native American (0.96%), and Asian (0.24%). About 3.59% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
Many households (37.6%) had children under 18 living with them. The average household had about 2.62 people. The average family had about 3.03 people.
Age Groups in Fruitvale
The population of Fruitvale is spread across different age groups. In 2000:
- 29.4% of people were under 18 years old.
- 8.4% were between 18 and 24 years old.
- 26.1% were between 25 and 44 years old.
- 20.3% were between 45 and 64 years old.
- 15.8% were 65 years old or older.
The median age in the city was 35 years.
Learning in Fruitvale: Schools
The Fruitvale Independent School District serves the city of Fruitvale. This school district includes three main schools:
- Hallie Randall Elementary, which serves students from preschool through 5th grade.
- Fruitvale Junior High, for students in grades 6 through 8.
- Fruitvale High School, for students in grades 9 through 12.
Fruitvale ISD is a small school district, often called a 1A school. A typical graduating class has about 25 students.
Keeping Fruitvale Safe: Local Services
Fruitvale does not have its own police department. Instead, law enforcement services are provided by the Van Zandt County Sheriff's deputies. The city also has a volunteer fire department, which helps keep the community safe from fires.
See also
In Spanish: Fruitvale (Texas) para niños
