Lexington, Texas facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Lexington, Texas
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Lexington City Hall
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Location of Lexington, Texas
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| Country | United States |
| State | Texas |
| County | Lee |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.24 sq mi (3.21 km2) |
| • Land | 1.24 sq mi (3.21 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 459 ft (140 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 1,217 |
| • Density | 984.69/sq mi (380.12/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
78947
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| Area code(s) | 979 |
| FIPS code | 48-42532 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2412893 |
Lexington is a small town in Lee County, Texas, United States. In 2020, about 1,217 people lived there. It is known as a cattle trading town. Lexington is about 40 miles (64 km) west of Bryan.
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History of Lexington
Lexington started with a different name in 1848. Its first post office was called String Prairie. This name came from the flat, open land around it. James Shaw, a veteran and lawmaker, was the first postmaster.
In 1850, the people living there decided to change the town's name. They chose Lexington to honor the place where the very first battle of the American Revolution happened. This battle was a key moment in American history.
Where is Lexington?
Lexington is located in Texas. The town covers an area of about 1.2 square miles (3.2 km2). All of this area is land.
Lexington's Climate
The weather in Lexington is usually hot and humid in the summer. Winters are generally mild to cool. This type of weather is called a humid subtropical climate.
People of Lexington
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1870 | 157 | — | |
| 1880 | 179 | 14.0% | |
| 1920 | 600 | — | |
| 1930 | 519 | −13.5% | |
| 1940 | 531 | 2.3% | |
| 1950 | 603 | 13.6% | |
| 1960 | 711 | 17.9% | |
| 1970 | 719 | 1.1% | |
| 1980 | 1,065 | 48.1% | |
| 1990 | 953 | −10.5% | |
| 2000 | 1,178 | 23.6% | |
| 2010 | 1,177 | −0.1% | |
| 2020 | 1,217 | 3.4% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census 1850–1900 1910 1920 1930 1940 1950 1960 1970 1980 1990 2000 2010 |
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In 2020, the town had 1,217 residents. There were 492 households and 367 families living in Lexington.
The population density was about 992 people per square mile (380 per km2) in 2000. The town had 540 homes.
In 2000, about 32.6% of the people were under 18 years old. About 13.8% were 65 or older. The average age in Lexington was 33 years.
Arts and Culture
Every Saturday, farmers and ranchers come to Lexington from nearby areas. A cattle auction takes place at 12:30 pm on Saturdays. This is where cattle are bought and sold.
Lexington is also home to a special flower farm. It is the only one in Lee County. This farm is located at the historic site of Nalley, which used to be a town but isn't anymore.
Education in Lexington
Students in Lexington attend schools that are part of the Lexington Independent School District.
Notable People from Lexington
- Lyn Collins – a famous soul singer.
- Earl Cooper – a former NFL player who won the Super Bowl twice.
See also
In Spanish: Lexington (Texas) para niños
