Hartley, Texas facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Hartley, Texas
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Aerial view of Harley
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Location of Hartley, Texas
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| Country | United States |
| State | Texas |
| County | Hartley |
| Area | |
| • Total | 7.0 sq mi (18.1 km2) |
| • Land | 7.0 sq mi (18.1 km2) |
| • Water | 0.0 sq mi (0.0 km2) |
| Elevation | 3,904 ft (1,190 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 382 |
| • Density | 54.6/sq mi (21.10/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
79044
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| Area code(s) | 806 |
| FIPS code | 48-32612 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2408354 |
Hartley is a small community in Hartley County, Texas, United States. It's called a census-designated place (CDP) because it's a specific area the government counts for population. In 2020, about 382 people lived there.
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Discovering Hartley's Past
Hartley has an interesting history, starting long before it became a town.
Early Land Grants and Ownership
Back in 1832, two people named John Charles Beales and Jose Manuel Royella were given the land where Hartley is now. This was part of Mexico and Texas's plan to encourage people to settle there. However, they didn't manage to bring settlers, so they lost their rights to the land.
Later, in 1875, the Texas government offered land to companies that would clear rivers. This helped open up new areas. These companies surveyed the land and received deeds for certain sections. Some of the first land deeds in Hartley County were filed by Beaty, Seale, and Forwood.
How Hartley Became a Town
On July 1, 1888, Beaty, Seale, and Forwood sold a large piece of land, Section 23, to James A. Hudson and John A. Lutz for $10,000. These new owners had big plans for Hartley. They wanted it to grow into a busy city.
They printed flyers and sent them to people in other states, inviting them to move to Hartley. Section 23 was divided into smaller lots for homes and businesses. Soon, a "tent city" appeared as many people arrived, hoping to start a new life in this promising new place.
Geography and Climate of Hartley
Hartley is located in Texas and has a specific type of environment.
Hartley's Location and Size
According to the United States Census Bureau, Hartley covers about 7.0 square miles (18.1 square kilometers) of land. There's no water area within the CDP.
Understanding Hartley's Climate
Hartley has a semi-arid climate. This means it's usually dry, but not a desert. It gets some rain, but not a lot, and often has warm temperatures. On climate maps, this type of weather is often shown as "BSk."
Who Lives in Hartley?
Learning about the people who live in Hartley helps us understand the community.
Population Changes Over Time
The number of people living in Hartley has changed over the years. Here's a quick look at the population from the United States Census Bureau:
- 2020: 382 people
A Look at Hartley's Community in 2020
As of the 2020 United States census, there were 382 people living in Hartley. These people lived in 217 households, and 182 of those were families.
The community is made up of people from different backgrounds:
| Group | Number of People | Percentage |
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| White (not Hispanic) | 228 | 59.69% |
| Native American or Alaska Native (not Hispanic) | 3 | 0.79% |
| Asian (not Hispanic) | 3 | 0.79% |
| Pacific Islander (not Hispanic) | 1 | 0.26% |
| Mixed/Multi-Racial (not Hispanic) | 3 | 0.79% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 144 | 37.7% |
| Total | 382 |
Education in Hartley
Students in Hartley attend schools in the local area.
Hartley Independent School District
Hartley is part of the Hartley Independent School District. This district is responsible for providing education to the children and teens living in the community.
See also
In Spanish: Hartley (Texas) para niños
