Hitchcock, Texas facts for kids
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City of Hitchcock, Texas
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Hitchcock Post Office
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Location in the state of Texas
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| Country | United States |
| State | Texas |
| County | Galveston |
| Incorporated | January 30, 1960 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 91.48 sq mi (236.94 km2) |
| • Land | 60.43 sq mi (156.51 km2) |
| • Water | 31.05 sq mi (80.43 km2) |
| Elevation | 16 ft (4.9 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 7,301 |
| • Density | 79.810/sq mi (30.8137/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
77563
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| Area code(s) | 409 |
| FIPS code | 48-34220 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1359310 |
| Website | http://www.cityofhitchcock.org/ |
Hitchcock is a city in Galveston County, Texas, United States. In 2020, about 7,301 people lived there.
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History of Hitchcock
Hitchcock started in 1873 as a stop for the railroad between Galveston and Houston. In the early 1900s, it became a busy place for sending vegetables to other towns.
However, its economy faced big problems in the 1930s because of too many insects harming crops. The area remained poor until World War II began. Then, two important military bases were built: Camp Wallace (for anti-aircraft training) and Naval Air Station Hitchcock. After the war, these bases helped soldiers go home. Many former soldiers decided to stay and live in the area.
Because of this growth, Hitchcock officially became a city in 1960. Its population grew quickly, reaching almost 7,000 people by the end of the 1960s.
Since 1984, Hitchcock has been the home of the Galveston County Fair & Rodeo. This fair started in 1938 in a different location. In the early 1980s, the fair needed more space. So, it moved to Jack Brooks Park in Hitchcock, just in time for the 1984 fair.
In 2017, Hurricane Harvey affected Hitchcock. The city worked hard to recover from the storm.
Geography of Hitchcock
Hitchcock is located at 29°20′19″N 95°0′39″W / 29.33861°N 95.01083°W.
The city covers a total area of about 92 square miles (238.5 square kilometers). About 60 square miles (156.6 square kilometers) of this is land. The rest, about 32 square miles (81.9 square kilometers), is water.
Population and People
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1960 | 5,216 | — | |
| 1970 | 5,565 | 6.7% | |
| 1980 | 6,103 | 9.7% | |
| 1990 | 5,868 | −3.9% | |
| 2000 | 6,386 | 8.8% | |
| 2010 | 6,961 | 9.0% | |
| 2020 | 7,301 | 4.9% | |
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The population of Hitchcock has grown steadily over the years. In 2020, there were 7,301 people living in the city. These people lived in 2,880 households, with 2,021 families among them.
The city is home to a diverse group of people. In 2020, about 45% of the people were White (not Hispanic). About 25% were Black or African American (not Hispanic). Another 25% were Hispanic or Latino. There were also smaller numbers of Asian, Native American, Pacific Islander, and people of mixed races.
Education in Hitchcock
Public Schools
Most students in Hitchcock attend schools in the Hitchcock Independent School District. A smaller part of the city is served by the Santa Fe Independent School District.
Private Schools
Our Lady of Lourdes School is a private Roman Catholic elementary school located in Hitchcock. It is run by the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston.
Colleges
Students from both the Hitchcock and Santa Fe school districts can attend the College of the Mainland. This college serves all of Hitchcock.
Public Libraries
The Genevieve Miller Hitchcock Public Library opened in 2015. It provides books and resources for the community.
Parks and Recreation
Each year, Juneteenth is celebrated at the Stringfellow Orchards. This is a 9.5-acre (3.8-hectare) area with a lot of history. In 1992, the Texas Historical Commission placed a historical marker there. The site was not well-kept until John Collins found it in 2004. He and his wife, Doris, later bought the property. As of 2007, the Collins family still owned it.
Notable People from Hitchcock
Hitchcock has been home to several well-known people:
- Taurian Fontenette (born 1983): A famous streetball player known by nicknames like "The Air Up There."
- Randy Hymes: A former NFL player who played for teams like the Baltimore Ravens.
- David M. Medina: A former Texas Supreme Court Justice.
- Michael Sam: A defensive end who was the first openly gay NFL player.
See also
In Spanish: Hitchcock (Texas) para niños
