Hopkins County, Texas facts for kids
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Hopkins County
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The Hopkins County Courthouse in Sulphur Springs. The structure was added to the National Register of Historic Places on April 11, 1977.
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Location within the U.S. state of Texas
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Texas |
| Founded | 1846 |
| Seat | Sulphur Springs |
| Largest city | Sulphur Springs |
| Area | |
| • Total | 793 sq mi (2,050 km2) |
| • Land | 767 sq mi (1,990 km2) |
| • Water | 26 sq mi (70 km2) 3.2%% |
| Population
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| • Total | 36,787 |
| • Density | 46.390/sq mi (17.911/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC−6 (Central) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−5 (CDT) |
| Congressional district | 4th |
Hopkins County is a place in the state of Texas, United States. In 2020, about 36,787 people lived there. The main town and government center is Sulphur Springs.
Hopkins County is named after the family of David Hopkins, who was one of the first people to settle in the area. It is part of the Sulphur Springs area, which is a small city region. Hopkins County was once known as the "Dairy Capital of Texas" because it had many dairy farms. Even though there are fewer farms now, some still operate. You can learn about this history at the Southwest Dairy Museum in Sulphur Springs.
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Geography of Hopkins County
Hopkins County covers a total area of about 793 square miles. Most of this area, about 767 square miles, is land. The rest, about 26 square miles, is water. This means about 3.2% of the county is covered by water.
Main Roads in Hopkins County
These are the most important highways that go through Hopkins County:
Interstate 30
U.S. Highway 67
State Highway 11
State Highway 19
State Highway 154
State Loop 301
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Neighboring Counties
Hopkins County shares borders with these other counties:
- Delta County (to the north)
- Franklin County (to the east)
- Wood County (to the south)
- Rains County (to the southwest)
- Hunt County (to the west)
Towns and Cities in Hopkins County
Hopkins County has several communities, from busy cities to smaller towns and even some places where few people live.
Cities in Hopkins County
- Cumby
- Sulphur Springs (This is the county seat, where the main government offices are.)
Towns in Hopkins County
Smaller Communities in Hopkins County
These are places where people live, but they are not officially organized as cities or towns:
- Addran
- Birthright
- Brashear
- Dike
- Gafford
- Miller Grove
- Pickton
- Saltillo
- Sulphur Bluff
Historic Ghost Towns
Some places in Hopkins County used to be towns but are now empty. They are called ghost towns:
Population Changes in Hopkins County
The number of people living in Hopkins County has changed a lot over the years.
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1850 | 2,623 | — | |
| 1860 | 7,745 | 195.3% | |
| 1870 | 12,651 | 63.3% | |
| 1880 | 15,461 | 22.2% | |
| 1890 | 20,572 | 33.1% | |
| 1900 | 27,950 | 35.9% | |
| 1910 | 31,038 | 11.0% | |
| 1920 | 34,791 | 12.1% | |
| 1930 | 29,410 | −15.5% | |
| 1940 | 30,264 | 2.9% | |
| 1950 | 23,490 | −22.4% | |
| 1960 | 18,594 | −20.8% | |
| 1970 | 20,710 | 11.4% | |
| 1980 | 25,247 | 21.9% | |
| 1990 | 28,833 | 14.2% | |
| 2000 | 31,960 | 10.8% | |
| 2010 | 35,161 | 10.0% | |
| 2020 | 36,787 | 4.6% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census 1850–2010 2010 2020 |
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In 2000, there were about 31,960 people living in the county. By 2020, the population grew to 36,787. Most people in Hopkins County are white, but there are also many people from other backgrounds, including Black or African American, Native American, Asian, and Hispanic or Latino communities.
In 2000, about 32.5% of households had children under 18. The average household had about 2.56 people. The median age in the county was 37 years old. This means half the people were younger than 37 and half were older.
Education in Hopkins County
Several school districts serve the students of Hopkins County. These districts help make sure kids get a good education.
School Districts
- Como-Pickton Consolidated ISD
- Cumby Collegiate ISD
- Miller Grove ISD
- North Hopkins ISD
- Saltillo ISD
- Sulphur Bluff ISD
- Sulphur Springs ISD
Higher Education Opportunities
For students who want to continue their education after high school, there are colleges nearby. These include Paris Junior College and Texas A&M University–Commerce.
Media and News in Hopkins County
Hopkins County has local media outlets that keep residents informed and entertained.
Local Media Outlets
- Radio: KSST AM 1230 is a local radio station based in Sulphur Springs.
- Newspaper: The main newspaper for the county is the Sulphur Springs News-Telegram.
- Television: Hopkins County is part of the larger Dallas/Fort Worth TV market. Local channels include KDFW-TV, KXAS-TV, WFAA-TV, KTVT-TV, KERA-TV, KTXA-TV, KDFI-TV, and KDAF-TV. Some channels from the Tyler/Longview area also provide coverage, such as KLTV-TV, KYTX-TV, and KETK-TV. Cable services in Sulphur Springs often include these channels.
See also
In Spanish: Condado de Hopkins (Texas) para niños
