Leona, Texas facts for kids
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Leona, Texas
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Leona, Texas Post Office
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Location of Leona, Texas
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| Country | United States |
| State | Texas |
| County | Leon |
| Area | |
| • Total | 2.22 sq mi (5.76 km2) |
| • Land | 2.22 sq mi (5.76 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 358 ft (109 m) |
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| • Total | 151 |
| • Density | 68.0/sq mi (26.22/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
75850
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| Area code(s) | 903, 430 |
| FIPS code | 48-42340 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2410821 |
Leona is a small city located in Leon County, Texas, in the United States. In 2020, about 151 people lived there. It's a quiet place in the heart of Texas.
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Where is Leona?
Leona is a small city covering about 2.2 square miles (5.7 square kilometers). The entire area is land, meaning there are no large lakes or rivers within the city limits. It's a part of the beautiful Texas landscape.
How Many People Live in Leona?
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| 1970 | 96 | — | |
| 1980 | 165 | 71.9% | |
| 1990 | 178 | 7.9% | |
| 2000 | 181 | 1.7% | |
| 2010 | 175 | −3.3% | |
| 2020 | 151 | −13.7% | |
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The number of people living in Leona has changed over the years. In 1970, there were 96 residents. The population grew to 181 people by the year 2000. However, by 2020, the population had decreased slightly to 151 people.
In 2000, there were 181 people living in Leona. These people lived in 71 different homes. Many of these homes were families, with 48 of them being families. About one-third of the homes had children under 18 living there.
The people in Leona ranged in age. About 29% of the population was under 18 years old. Around 18% of the people were 65 years old or older. The average age in Leona was 36 years old.
Education in Leona
Students living in Leona attend schools that are part of the Centerville Independent School District. This district provides education for the children and teens in the area.
Famous People from Leona
- Albert Collins (1932–1993) was a famous blues guitarist and singer. He was known for his unique guitar style. Albert Collins was born in Leona.
See also
In Spanish: Leona (Texas) para niños
