Haltom City, Texas facts for kids
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Haltom City, Texas
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| City of Haltom City | ||
Clockwise from top left: a mural inside the HCPL dedicated to Haltom City, the state-of-the-art City Library exterior, the Haltom High School
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| Motto(s):
"a place to call home"
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Location of Haltom City in Tarrant County, Texas
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| Country |  United States of America |
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| State |  Texas |
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| County | Tarrant | |
| Founded | 1932 | |
| Incorporated | July 5, 1949 | |
| Home Rule Charter | October 10, 1955 | |
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| • Type | Council-Manager | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 12.38 sq mi (32.06 km2) | |
| • Land | 12.35 sq mi (31.98 km2) | |
| • Water | 0.03 sq mi (0.08 km2) 0.16% | |
| Elevation | 594 ft (181 m) | |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 46,073 | |
| • Density | 3,721.6/sq mi (1,437.09/km2) | |
| Demonym(s) | Haltomite | |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) | |
| ZIP codes |
76111
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| Area code(s) | 817 | |
| FIPS code | 48-31928 | |
| GNIS feature ID | 2410691 | |
Haltom City is a city in Texas, USA. It is located in Tarrant County. This city is part of the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex, a very large urban area.
In 2020, about 46,073 people lived in Haltom City. It is a town very close to Fort Worth. Haltom City is only about six miles from downtown Fort Worth. Dallas is about 30 miles away. The Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport is 20 miles away. Other nearby towns include North Richland Hills, Watauga, and Richland Hills.
Most students in Haltom City go to schools in the Birdville Independent School District. Some students in the northern part of the city attend schools in the Keller ISD. Haltom City has 10 parks, a public library, and a recreation center for everyone to enjoy. Several major highways are near Haltom City, making it easy to travel. These include Highway 26, Highway 377, SH 121, SH 183, and Interstate 820.
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About Haltom City's Location
Haltom City covers an area of about 12.4 square miles (32.1 square kilometers). Most of this area is land. A very small part, about 0.04 square miles (0.1 square kilometers), is covered by water.
How Many People Live in Haltom City?
The number of people living in Haltom City has grown a lot over the years. Here's how the population has changed:
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1950 | 5,760 | — | |
| 1960 | 23,133 | 301.6% | |
| 1970 | 28,127 | 21.6% | |
| 1980 | 29,014 | 3.2% | |
| 1990 | 32,856 | 13.2% | |
| 2000 | 39,018 | 18.8% | |
| 2010 | 42,409 | 8.7% | |
| 2020 | 46,073 | 8.6% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census 2010 2020 | |||
Who Lives in Haltom City?
In 2020, there were 46,073 people living in Haltom City. These people made up 14,601 households and 10,520 families.
Here's a look at the different groups of people living in Haltom City in 2020:
| Group | Number of People | Percentage |
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| White (not Hispanic) | 16,088 | 34.92% |
| Black or African American (not Hispanic) | 3,349 | 7.27% |
| Native American or Alaska Native (not Hispanic) | 158 | 0.34% |
| Asian (not Hispanic) | 3,611 | 7.84% |
| Pacific Islander (not Hispanic) | 84 | 0.18% |
| Some Other Race (not Hispanic) | 121 | 0.26% |
| Mixed/Multi-Racial (not Hispanic) | 1,321 | 2.87% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 21,341 | 46.32% |
| Total | 46,073 |
Jobs and Businesses in Haltom City
Haltom City has many different businesses that provide jobs for its residents.
Major Employers
Here are some of the biggest employers in Haltom City, based on a 2022 report:
| # | Employer | Number of Employees |
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| 1 | Birdville ISD | 3,103 |
| 2 | Tyson Foods | 800 |
| 3 | Medtronic Midas Rex | 350 |
| 4 | City of Haltom City | 289 |
| 5 | GST Manufacturing | 220 |
| 6 | MICA Corporation | 200 |
| 7 | Liberty Carton Company | 154 |
| 8 | Unifirst | 137 |
| 9 | Falcon Steel Company | 125 |
| 10 | Blackmon Mooring | 120 |
Learning and Education
Haltom City offers good educational opportunities for its young people and adults.
School Districts
Most of the schools in Haltom City are part of the Birdville Independent School District. Some areas are also served by the Fort Worth Independent School District and the Keller Independent School District.
Public Library
The Haltom City Public Library is an important place for learning. It works closely with the Fort Worth Public Library.
College Access
In 2011, a new learning center opened in Haltom City. It is an extension of the Tarrant County College Northeast Campus. This center helps working families who might not have easy ways to get to the main college campus. It offers classrooms and training areas.
Media
WBAP-FM is a radio station that serves the Dallas-Fort Worth area. It broadcasts news and talk shows.
See also
In Spanish: Haltom City (Texas) para niños
