Lindsay, Cooke County, Texas facts for kids
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Lindsay, Cooke County, Texas
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 Lindsay, Cooke County, Texas
Location in Texas
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| Country | United States |
| State | Texas |
| County | Cooke |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.63 sq mi (4.22 km2) |
| • Land | 1.63 sq mi (4.22 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 791 ft (241 m) |
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| • Total | 1,045 |
| • Density | 641.1/sq mi (247.6/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
76250
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| Area code(s) | 940 |
| FIPS code | 48-42868 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2412901 |
| Website | http://lindsay.texas.gov/ |
Lindsay is a small city in Cooke County, Texas, United States. It is located along U.S. Route 82. Many of its first settlers were German Catholic families.
In 2010, about 1,018 people lived in Lindsay. By 2020, the population had grown slightly to 1,045 residents.
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History of Lindsay
How Lindsay Started
Lindsay began in 1887 when the Missouri–Kansas–Texas Railroad built a train line. This line went through the area where Lindsay is now. The town's story is similar to other nearby towns along the railway.
In 1891, two people named Anton and August Flusche helped create the new town. They bought about 9,300 acres (3,800 hectares) of land along the railway. They named the town after a local judge. Many German Catholic families moved there in the years that followed.
Important Dates and Traditions
The official founding date for Lindsay is March 25, 1892. This was the day the first church service was held. However, Lindsay did not become an official city until 1959.
The city still celebrates some German traditions today. One popular event is the annual Oktoberfest. The main jobs in Lindsay are farming, especially dairy farming, and oil production.
Geography of Lindsay
Where Lindsay is Located
Lindsay is located in the middle of Cooke County, Texas. The city of Gainesville is right next to Lindsay on its east side. Gainesville is also the main city for Cooke County.
Land Area and Roads
According to the United States Census Bureau, Lindsay covers about 4.1 square kilometers (1.6 square miles) of land. There is no water area within the city limits.
U.S. Route 82 goes through the northern part of Lindsay. This road leads about 5 miles (8 km) east to Gainesville. It also goes about 9 miles (14 km) west to Muenster.
Population and People
How Many People Live Here
Lindsay's population has grown over the years:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1960 | 236 | — | |
| 1970 | 435 | 84.3% | |
| 1980 | 581 | 33.6% | |
| 1990 | 610 | 5.0% | |
| 2000 | 788 | 29.2% | |
| 2010 | 1,018 | 29.2% | |
| 2020 | 1,045 | 2.7% | |
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In 2000, there were 788 people living in Lindsay. They lived in 267 households, with 220 of these being families. The city had about 708 people per square mile (273 people per square kilometer).
Who Lives in Lindsay
Most people in Lindsay are White (98.86%). A small number are Native American, Asian, or from other backgrounds. About 1.40% of the population were Hispanic or Latino.
Many households (49.4%) had children under 18 living with them. Most households (69.7%) were married couples. The average household had almost 3 people, and the average family had over 3 people.
The population's age groups were:
- 34.1% were under 18 years old.
- 5.7% were between 18 and 24 years old.
- 28.9% were between 25 and 44 years old.
- 21.4% were between 45 and 64 years old.
- 9.8% were 65 years or older.
The average age in Lindsay was 34 years old.
Education in Lindsay
Lindsay Independent School District
Lindsay is served by the Lindsay Independent School District. This school district is known for its strong academic success. The Texas Education Agency checks how well schools are doing. Since 1993, Lindsay ISD has always received high ratings.
School Achievements
The district has earned the "Exemplary" rating many times. This is the highest rating a school can get. They received it in 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2007, and 2009. They also earned the "Recognized" rating in other years.
Lindsay High School has won the Class A Lone Star Cup four times. They have also won the UIL Academic Meet overall championship 14 times. This shows their students are very good at academic competitions.
See also
In Spanish: Lindsay (condado de Cooke, Texas) para niños
