Los Nopalitos, Texas facts for kids
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Los Nopalitos, Texas
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| Country | United States |
| State | Texas |
| County | Webb |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.1 sq mi (0.3 km2) |
| • Land | 0.1 sq mi (0.3 km2) |
| • Water | 0.0 sq mi (0 km2) |
| Elevation | 604 ft (184 m) |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 49 |
| • Density | 490/sq mi (190/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Zip Code |
78043
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| GNIS feature ID | 2584689 |
Los Nopalitos is a small community in Webb County, Texas, United States. It's called a census-designated place (CDP). This means it's an area that the government tracks for population, but it's not an official city. It first appeared in the 2010 census. Back then, about 62 people lived there.
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Where is Los Nopalitos Located?
Los Nopalitos is found in Texas. Its exact location is at coordinates 27.619521 degrees North and -99.205609 degrees West. The community is quite small. It covers a total area of about 0.1 square miles (0.26 square kilometers). All of this area is land, with no water bodies like lakes or rivers.
Who Lives in Los Nopalitos?
The number of people living in Los Nopalitos has changed over time.
- In the 2010 census, there were 62 people.
- By the 2020 census, the population had decreased to 49 people.
Los Nopalitos was first recognized as a census designated place in the 2010 U.S. Census. This means it was officially counted as a specific community for the first time then.
Community Background
In 2020, everyone living in Los Nopalitos was identified as Hispanic or Latino. This group can be of any race. In 2010, almost everyone was Hispanic or Latino, making up 96.77% of the population.
Learning and Schools
Students living in Los Nopalitos attend schools in the United Independent School District. This district serves the area.
The schools that students are assigned to include:
- Dr. Henry Cuellar Elementary School for younger students.
- Antonio Gonzalez Middle School for middle schoolers.
- United South High School for high school students.
For those who want to continue their education after high school, Laredo Community College is the designated community college for all of Webb County.
See also
In Spanish: Los Nopalitos para niños
