Howardwick, Texas facts for kids
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Howardwick, Texas
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Location of Howardwick, Texas
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| Country | United States |
| State | Texas |
| County | Donley |
| Area | |
| • Total | 2.03 sq mi (5.26 km2) |
| • Land | 2.03 sq mi (5.26 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 2,759 ft (841 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 370 |
| • Density | 182.3/sq mi (70.3/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| FIPS code | 48-35072 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2410797 |
Howardwick is a small city located in Donley County, Texas, in the United States. In 2020, about 370 people called Howardwick home. It's a quiet place, known for being close to Greenbelt Reservoir.
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Where is Howardwick?
Howardwick is found in the northwestern part of Donley County, Texas. It sits on the north side of Greenbelt Reservoir. This reservoir is a large body of water on the Salt Fork Red River.
Getting Around Howardwick
Texas State Highway 70 passes by the eastern side of the city. This highway can take you south about 8 miles (13 km) to Clarendon. Clarendon is the main town and county seat for Donley County. If you head north on the highway for about 11 miles (18 km), you will reach Interstate 40.
How Big is Howardwick?
According to the United States Census Bureau, Howardwick covers a total area of about 2.03 square miles (5.26 square kilometers). All of this area is land.
Who Lives in Howardwick?
The number of people living in Howardwick has changed over the years. Here's a quick look at its population:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1980 | 165 | — | |
| 1990 | 211 | 27.9% | |
| 2000 | 437 | 107.1% | |
| 2010 | 402 | −8.0% | |
| 2020 | 370 | −8.0% | |
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Howardwick's Community in 2000
In the year 2000, there were 437 people living in Howardwick. They lived in 203 different homes. Most of these homes (146) were families.
The city had about 240 people per square mile (93 people per square kilometer). Most people living in Howardwick were White (about 98%). A small number of people were of other backgrounds. About 5% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
Age Groups in Howardwick
In 2000, the people in Howardwick were of different ages:
- About 16% were under 18 years old.
- About 41% were between 45 and 64 years old.
- About 26% were 65 years old or older.
The average age in the city was 54 years. This means that many adults and older adults lived in Howardwick.
Education in Howardwick
Students in Howardwick attend schools that are part of the Clarendon Consolidated Independent School District. This school district serves the city and nearby areas.
See also
In Spanish: Howardwick para niños
