Jewett, Texas facts for kids
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Jewett, Texas
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Location of Jewett, Texas
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| Country | United States |
| State | Texas |
| County | Leon |
| Area | |
| • Total | 2.06 sq mi (5.33 km2) |
| • Land | 2.05 sq mi (5.31 km2) |
| • Water | 0.01 sq mi (0.02 km2) |
| Elevation | 495 ft (151 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 793 |
| • Density | 385.0/sq mi (148.78/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
75846
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| Area code(s) | 903, 430 |
| FIPS code | 48-37648 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2410142 |
Jewett is a small city located in Leon County, Texas, in the United States. In 2020, about 793 people lived there. The city was first planned in 1871 by the International Railroad Company.
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Where is Jewett Located?
Jewett is in Leon County, Texas. The United States Census Bureau says the city covers about 2.1 square miles (5.3 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, with a very small part being water.
How Many People Live in Jewett?
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1880 | 227 | — | |
| 1890 | 363 | 59.9% | |
| 1910 | 586 | — | |
| 1920 | 460 | −21.5% | |
| 1930 | 516 | 12.2% | |
| 1940 | 515 | −0.2% | |
| 1950 | 598 | 16.1% | |
| 1960 | 445 | −25.6% | |
| 1970 | 447 | 0.4% | |
| 1980 | 597 | 33.6% | |
| 1990 | 668 | 11.9% | |
| 2000 | 861 | 28.9% | |
| 2010 | 1,167 | 35.5% | |
| 2020 | 793 | −32.0% | |
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In 2000, there were 861 people living in Jewett. These people lived in 333 homes, with 223 of them being families. The population density was about 418 people per square mile.
About 38% of the homes had children under 18 years old. The average home had about 2.59 people. The median age in the city was 31 years old. This means half the people were younger than 31, and half were older.
Education in Jewett
Students in Jewett attend schools that are part of the Leon Independent School District.
What is the Climate Like?
Jewett has a type of weather called a humid subtropical climate. This means the summers are usually hot and humid. The winters are generally mild, meaning they are not too cold. On climate maps, this is often shown as "Cfa."
Famous People from Jewett
Some well-known people were born in Jewett:
- Alger "Texas" Alexander, a famous blues singer.
- Romus Burgin, who was a U.S. Marine and also wrote books.
- Fritz Von Erich, a professional wrestler.
Gallery
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The State Bank of Jewett is located on U.S. Route 79.
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Farmers State Bank in Jewett
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Jewett City Hall
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The First Baptist Church in Jewett dates to 1876.
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Comfort Suites, Jewett
See also
In Spanish: Jewett (Texas) para niños
