Lago, Texas facts for kids
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Lago, Texas
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| Country | United States |
| State | Texas |
| County | Cameron |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.05 sq mi (0.12 km2) |
| • Land | 0.05 sq mi (0.12 km2) |
| • Water | 0 sq mi (0.0 km2) |
| Elevation | 39 ft (12 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 161 |
| • Density | 3,470/sq mi (1,340/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| FIPS code | 48-40258 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1852718 |
Lago is a small community in Cameron County, Texas, United States. It is known as a census-designated place (CDP). This means it's a special area defined by the government for gathering information about people.
In 2020, about 161 people lived in Lago. It is part of the larger Brownsville–Harlingen metropolitan area.
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Where is Lago Located?
Lago is found in the western part of Cameron County, Texas. It's about 4 miles (6.4 km) south of San Benito. It's also about 18 miles (29 km) northwest of the center of Brownsville.
The community covers a total area of about 0.05 square miles (0.12 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, with a very small amount of water.
Who Lives in Lago?
The population of Lago has changed over the years.
- In 2000, there were 246 people.
- By 2010, the population was 204.
- In 2020, it decreased to 161 people.
Lago's Population in 2020
In 2020, there were 161 people living in Lago. There were 51 homes and 40 families.
Most people in Lago are of Hispanic or Latino background. In 2020, about 92.55% of the people were Hispanic or Latino.
The average age of people in Lago was about 66 years old. A large number of residents, about 75.6%, were older than 65.
Most people in Lago speak Spanish at home (90.7%). A smaller number, about 9.3%, speak English at home. About 32.6% of the people living in Lago were born outside the United States.
Education in Lago
Students in Lago attend schools that are part of the San Benito Consolidated Independent School District.
There are also special schools called magnet schools. These schools are run by the South Texas Independent School District. They offer unique programs for students in the community.
See also
In Spanish: Lago (Texas) para niños
