Iredell, Texas facts for kids
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Iredell, Texas
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Location of Iredell, Texas
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| Country | United States |
| State | Texas |
| County | Bosque |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.46 sq mi (1.19 km2) |
| • Land | 0.45 sq mi (1.16 km2) |
| • Water | 0.01 sq mi (0.02 km2) |
| Elevation | 883 ft (269 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 305 |
| • Density | 663/sq mi (256.3/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
76649
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| Area code(s) | 254 |
| FIPS code | 48-36140 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2410114 |
Iredell (/ˈaɪərdɛl/ IRE-del) is a small city located in Bosque County, Texas, in the United States. It is a quiet community. In 2020, about 305 people lived there.
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Where is Iredell Located?
Iredell is in the state of Texas. It is part of Bosque County. The city covers a total area of about 0.5 square miles (1.19 square kilometers). Almost all of this area is land.
How Many People Live in Iredell?
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1880 | 171 | — | |
| 1890 | 251 | 46.8% | |
| 1940 | 483 | — | |
| 1950 | 394 | −18.4% | |
| 1960 | 366 | −7.1% | |
| 1970 | 316 | −13.7% | |
| 1980 | 407 | 28.8% | |
| 1990 | 339 | −16.7% | |
| 2000 | 360 | 6.2% | |
| 2010 | 339 | −5.8% | |
| 2020 | 305 | −10.0% | |
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The number of people living in Iredell has changed over the years. In 1880, there were 171 residents. The population grew to 483 people by 1940.
After 1940, the population slowly decreased. By 2020, the city had 305 residents. This shows how small towns can change over time.
Who Lives in Iredell?
In 2000, there were 360 people living in Iredell. These people lived in 146 households. A household is a group of people living in the same home. Most households were families.
About 33.6% of households had children under 18. Many were married couples living together. The average household had about 2.47 people.
The people in Iredell are of different ages. In 2000, about 28.3% of the population was under 18 years old. About 18.1% were 65 years or older. The average age was 38 years old.
Education in Iredell
Students in Iredell attend schools managed by the Iredell Independent School District. This district provides education for the children living in the city and nearby areas.
Famous People from Iredell
Some notable people have connections to Iredell:
- Clara McDonald Williamson: She was a famous Naïve painter. She was born in Iredell and spent much of her early life there. Naïve art is a style of art made by people who have not had formal art training.
- Foy Willing: He was born in Iredell. Foy Willing was known as a singer, songwriter, and musician.
See also
In Spanish: Iredell (Texas) para niños
