Las Lomas, Texas facts for kids
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Las Lomas, Texas
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| Country | United States |
| State | Texas |
| County | Starr |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.4 sq mi (1 km2) |
| • Land | 0.4 sq mi (1 km2) |
| • Water | 0.0 sq mi (0 km2) |
| Elevation | 184 ft (56 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 3,054 |
| • Density | 7,600/sq mi (2,900/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Zip Code |
78582
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| FIPS code | 48-41566 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1852726 |
Las Lomas is a community located in Starr County, Texas, in the United States. It is known as a census-designated place (CDP). This means it's an area identified by the U.S. Census Bureau for counting people. However, it is not an officially incorporated city or town.
In 2020, about 3,054 people lived in Las Lomas. The name "Las Lomas" comes from the local land, which has many small hills. This community is one of several "colonias" in the Rio Grande Valley area.
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About Las Lomas
Where is Las Lomas?
Las Lomas is found at specific coordinates: 26.363943 degrees North and 98.774670 degrees West. These numbers help pinpoint its exact location on a map.
Before the 2010 census, a part of Las Lomas was added to the nearby Rio Grande City. Because of this, the total area of Las Lomas became smaller. It is now about 0.4 square miles (1.036 square kilometers) in size, and all of this area is land.
Community Improvements
For a long time, many homes in Las Lomas were not fully built. Some did not have proper foundations, floors, or even complete walls. The streets were unpaved, which meant strong winds would kick up a lot of dust. When it rained, small ditches formed because there was no good drainage system.
However, things have been changing for the better. Since 2011, residents in Las Lomas have been getting more basic services. This includes better roads and drainage systems. The community is working to improve living conditions for everyone.
Population in Las Lomas
How Many People Live Here?
Las Lomas was first recognized as a census-designated place in the year 2000. Since then, the U.S. Census Bureau has counted its population regularly.
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 2000 | 2,684 | — | |
| 2010 | 3,147 | 17.3% | |
| 2020 | 3,054 | −3.0% | |
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In 2020, the census showed that 3,054 people lived in Las Lomas. There were 548 households and 458 families living in the area.
Who Lives in Las Lomas?
The U.S. Census also looks at the different groups of people living in a place. This helps us understand the community better.
| Race / Ethnicity (NH = Non-Hispanic) | Pop 2000 | Pop 2010 | Pop 2020 | % 2000 | % 2010 | % 2020 |
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| White alone (NH) | 11 | 326 | 30 | 0.41% | 10.36% | 0.98% |
| Black or African American alone (NH) | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.13% |
| Native American or Alaska Native alone (NH) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Asian alone (NH) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Pacific Islander alone (NH) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Some Other Race alone (NH) | 5 | 0 | 6 | 0.19% | 0.00% | 0.20% |
| Mixed race or Multiracial (NH) | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0.04% | 0.03% | 0.03% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2,667 | 2,820 | 3,013 | 99.37% | 89.61% | 98.66% |
| Total | 2,684 | 3,147 | 3,054 | 100.00% | 100.00% | 100.00% |
The table above shows the different racial and ethnic groups in Las Lomas. Most residents identify as Hispanic or Latino. This group makes up a very large part of the community.
Education
Students in Las Lomas attend schools that are part of the Rio Grande City Grulla Independent School District. This school district helps provide education for children and teens in the area.
See also
In Spanish: Las Lomas (Texas) para niños
