Kennedale, Texas facts for kids
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Kennedale, Texas
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Location of Kennedale in Tarrant County, Texas
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Texas |
| County |  Tarrant |
| Government | |
| • Type | Council-Manager |
| Area | |
| • Total | 6.62 sq mi (17.15 km2) |
| • Land | 6.61 sq mi (17.12 km2) |
| • Water | 0.01 sq mi (0.03 km2) |
| Elevation | 656 ft (200 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 8,517 |
| • Density | 1,286.6/sq mi (496.62/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
76060, 76140
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| Area code(s) | 817 |
| FIPS code | 48-38896 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2410183 |
| Website | www.cityofkennedale.com |
Kennedale is a city in Tarrant County, Texas, United States. It is located near Fort Worth and Arlington. In 2020, about 8,517 people lived in Kennedale.
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History of Kennedale
Kennedale was first settled in the 1860s. The community got its name from Oliver S. Kennedy. He was important because he planned out the area. He also gave some of his land to the Southern Pacific Railroad. A notable fact is that Linda Rhodes became the city's first female Mayor.
Where is Kennedale?
According to the United States Census Bureau, Kennedale covers about 6.6 square miles (17.1 square kilometers). Only a very small part of this area is water.
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Forest Hill (4 miles) |
Arlington | Arlington (13 miles) |
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Arlington | ||
 Kennedale  |
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| Everman (4 miles) |
Rendon (6 miles) |
Mansfield |
People in Kennedale
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1950 | 1,046 | — | |
| 1960 | 1,521 | 45.4% | |
| 1970 | 3,076 | 102.2% | |
| 1980 | 2,594 | −15.7% | |
| 1990 | 4,096 | 57.9% | |
| 2000 | 5,850 | 42.8% | |
| 2010 | 6,763 | 15.6% | |
| 2020 | 8,517 | 25.9% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census | |||
The population of Kennedale has grown a lot over the years. In 1950, just over 1,000 people lived here. By 2020, the population had grown to 8,517 people.
| Group | Number | Percentage |
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| White (NH) | 4,817 | 56.56% |
| Black or African American (NH) | 1,186 | 13.93% |
| Native American (NH) | 47 | 0.55% |
| Asian (NH) | 388 | 4.56% |
| Pacific Islander (NH) | 3 | 0.04% |
| Other Race (NH) | 22 | 0.26% |
| Mixed/Multi-Racial (NH) | 444 | 5.21% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 1,610 | 18.9% |
| Total | 8,517 |
In 2020, there were 8,517 people living in Kennedale. These people made up 2,988 households and 2,287 families.
Education in Kennedale
Students in Kennedale attend schools within the Kennedale Independent School District. This district has two elementary schools, one junior high school, and one high school.
Trinity Valley Baptist Seminary and College is also located in Kennedale. It is a college that was started in 1960.
Kennedale's Climate
The weather in Kennedale is usually hot and humid in the summer. Winters are generally mild to cool. This type of weather is known as a humid subtropical climate. On climate maps, it's often called "Cfa."
Kennedale's Economy
The economy in Kennedale is supported by various businesses. These businesses provide jobs for many people in the city.
Top Employers in Kennedale
Here are some of the biggest employers in Kennedale, based on a 2020 report:
| Rank | Employer | Number of Employees |
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| 1 | Kennedale ISD | 412 |
| 2 | ARK Contracting Services | 155 |
| 3 | Speed Fab Crete | 76 |
| 4 | City of Kennedale | 70 |
| 5 | Hawk Steel | 62 |
| 6 | Harrison Jet Guns | 50 |
| US Galvanizing LP | 50 | |
| RE Watson & Associates | 50 | |
| 9 | Mike Conkle's Custom Cabinets | 48 |
| 10 | Redi-Mix LP | 21 |
See also
In Spanish: Kennedale para niños
