Leonard, Texas facts for kids
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Leonard, Texas
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"Biggest little town in Northeast Texas"
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| Country | United States |
| State | Texas |
| County | Fannin |
| Area | |
| • Total | 2.29 sq mi (5.94 km2) |
| • Land | 2.29 sq mi (5.94 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 725 ft (221 m) |
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| • Total | 1,987 |
| • Density | 867.7/sq mi (334.5/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
75452
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| Area code(s) | 903, 430 |
| FIPS code | 48-42352 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2410822 |
Leonard is a city in Fannin County, Texas, United States. The population was 1,987 at the 2020 census.
Geography
Leonard is located in southwestern Fannin County. U.S. Route 69 passes along the northern and eastern edges of the city, leading northwest 34 miles (55 km) to Denison and southeast 20 miles (32 km) to Greenville. Texas State Highway 78 leads northeast 16 miles (26 km) to Bonham, the Fannin County seat, and southwest 24 miles (39 km) to Farmersville. The center of Dallas is 65 miles (105 km) southwest of Leonard via Highway 78.
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city of Leonard has a total area of 2.30 square miles (5.95 km2), all land.
Climate
The climate in this area is characterized by hot, humid summers and generally mild to cool winters. According to the Köppen Climate Classification system, Leonard has a humid subtropical climate, abbreviated "Cfa" on climate maps.
Demographics
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1890 | 392 | — | |
| 1900 | 750 | 91.3% | |
| 1910 | 990 | 32.0% | |
| 1920 | 1,383 | 39.7% | |
| 1930 | 1,131 | −18.2% | |
| 1940 | 1,331 | 17.7% | |
| 1950 | 1,211 | −9.0% | |
| 1960 | 1,117 | −7.8% | |
| 1970 | 1,423 | 27.4% | |
| 1980 | 1,421 | −0.1% | |
| 1990 | 1,744 | 22.7% | |
| 2000 | 1,846 | 5.8% | |
| 2010 | 1,990 | 7.8% | |
| 2020 | 1,987 | −0.2% | |
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2020 census
| Race | Number | Percentage |
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| White (NH) | 1,451 | 73.02% |
| Black or African American (NH) | 66 | 3.32% |
| Native American or Alaska Native (NH) | 19 | 0.96% |
| Asian (NH) | 8 | 0.4% |
| Pacific Islander (NH) | 1 | 0.05% |
| Some Other Race (NH) | 17 | 0.86% |
| Mixed/Multi-Racial (NH) | 137 | 6.89% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 288 | 14.49% |
| Total | 1,987 |
As of the 2020 United States census, there were 1,987 people, 858 households, and 624 families residing in the city.
Education
The city of Leonard is served by the Leonard Independent School District.
Notable people
- Polly McLarry, baseball player
- Lori Erica Ruff, identity thief
- Jules V. Sikes, Texas A&M athlete and coach
Photo gallery
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Downtown Leonard
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Downtown Leonard
See also
In Spanish: Leonard (Texas) para niños
