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Gardendale, Texas
Location of Gardendale, Texas
Location of Gardendale, Texas
Ector County Gardendale.svg
Country United States
State Texas
County Ector
Area
 • Total 11.49 sq mi (29.75 km2)
 • Land 11.47 sq mi (29.70 km2)
 • Water 0.02 sq mi (0.05 km2)
Elevation
2,966 ft (904 m)
Population
 (2020)
 • Total 2,020
 • Density 175.9/sq mi (67.90/km2)
Time zone UTC-6 (Central (CST))
 • Summer (DST) UTC-5 (CDT)
ZIP code
79758
Area code(s) 432
FIPS code 48-28200
GNIS feature ID 1373811

Gardendale is a small community in Ector County, Texas, United States. It's known as a census-designated place (CDP), which means it's an area identified by the U.S. Census Bureau for statistical purposes. In 2020, about 2,020 people lived there. This was an increase from 1,574 people in 2010. Gardendale is also part of the larger Odessa, Texas, Metropolitan Statistical Area.

Where is Gardendale Located?

Gardendale is found in the northeastern part of Ector County. Its exact location is 32°1′21″N 102°22′42″W / 32.02250°N 102.37833°W / 32.02250; -102.37833. The northern edge of the community is marked by Texas State Highway 158. If you travel south from Gardendale, you'll reach downtown Odessa in about 14 miles (23 km).

The community covers a total area of about 11.48 square miles (29.75 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, with only a tiny part (about 0.02 square miles or 0.05 square kilometers) being water.

How Many People Live in Gardendale?

The number of people living in Gardendale has grown over the years.

Historical population
Census Pop.
2000 1,197
2010 1,574 31.5%
2020 2,020 28.3%
U.S. Decennial Census
1850–1900 1910
1920 1930 1940
1950 1960 1970
1980 1990 2000
2010 2020

In 2000, there were 1,197 people living in Gardendale. By 2020, the population had increased to 2,020. The community has a mix of families and individuals. Many households include children under 18. The average age of people in Gardendale in 2000 was 39 years old.

Education in Gardendale

Students in Gardendale attend schools that are part of the Ector County Independent School District. This district provides public education for the area.

Gardendale's Climate

Gardendale has a semi-arid climate. This means it's generally dry, but not a desert. It often has hot summers and mild winters. This type of climate is sometimes called "BSk" on climate maps.

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