Lucas, Texas facts for kids
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Lucas, Texas
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Location of Lucas in Collin County, Texas
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| Country | United States |
| State | Texas |
| County | Collin |
| Government | |
| • Type | Mayor-Council |
| Area | |
| • Total | 15.91 sq mi (41.20 km2) |
| • Land | 15.60 sq mi (40.41 km2) |
| • Water | 0.30 sq mi (0.79 km2) |
| Elevation | 584 ft (178 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 7,612 |
| • Density | 548.20/sq mi (211.66/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 214, 469, 945, 972 |
| FIPS code | 48-45012 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2410893 |
Lucas is a city located in Collin County, Texas, United States. It's a growing community in the state. In 2010, the city had a population of 5,166 people. By the year 2020, this number had grown to 7,612 residents.
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Exploring Lucas's Location
Lucas is found in the south-central part of Collin County. It shares its borders with several other towns and a large lake. To the north, you'll find Fairview. To the west is Allen, and to the southwest is Parker.
The city is bordered by Wylie to the south and southeast. Also to the southeast is St. Paul. On its eastern side, Lucas is next to Lavon Lake, a large body of water.
Land and Water Area
The U.S. Census Bureau states that Lucas covers a total area of about 32.7 square kilometers (about 12.6 square miles). Most of this area is land. Only a very small part, about 0.06 square kilometers (0.02 square miles), is water.
Parks and Recreation in Lucas
Lucas is home to two nice parks where people can enjoy the outdoors.
- Kenneth R. Lewis Park: This park has fields for softball and soccer. It also features a paved walking trail for exercise and a pavilion for gatherings.
- Lucas Community Park: This park has a main area that can hold up to 80 people. It includes a small kitchen, tables, and chairs for events.
Who Lives in Lucas?
The number of people living in Lucas has grown quite a bit over the years.
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1970 | 540 | — | |
| 1980 | 1,371 | 153.9% | |
| 1990 | 2,205 | 60.8% | |
| 2000 | 2,890 | 31.1% | |
| 2010 | 5,166 | 78.8% | |
| 2020 | 7,612 | 47.3% | |
| 2023 (est.) | 8,642 | 67.3% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census | |||
Population Makeup in 2020
In 2020, the 2020 United States census counted 7,612 people living in Lucas. There were 2,590 households and 2,170 families in the city.
The table below shows the different groups of people living in Lucas as of 2020:
| Race | Number | Percentage |
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| White (NH) | 5,761 | 75.68% |
| Black or African American (NH) | 172 | 2.26% |
| Native American or Alaska Native (NH) | 46 | 0.6% |
| Asian (NH) | 473 | 6.21% |
| Some Other Race (NH) | 27 | 0.35% |
| Mixed/Multi-Racial (NH) | 405 | 5.32% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 728 | 9.56% |
| Total | 7,612 |
Households and Families
Back in 2000, there were 2,890 people living in 945 households. Out of these, 855 were families. About 44.9% of households had children under 18 living with them. Most households, 83.2%, were married couples living together. A small number, 9.5%, were not families.
The average household in Lucas had about 3.06 people. The average family had about 3.22 people.
Age Distribution
In 2000, the city's population was spread out by age.
- 30.2% of residents were under 18 years old.
- 5.3% were between 18 and 24 years old.
- 28.8% were between 25 and 44 years old.
- 29.1% were between 45 and 64 years old.
- 6.6% were 65 years or older.
The median age in Lucas was 39 years. This means half the people were younger than 39 and half were older.
Education in Lucas
The city of Lucas is served by several different school districts. This means students in Lucas might attend schools in different areas depending on where they live. There are also private school options.
Public School Districts
Six public school districts serve parts of Lucas:
- Lovejoy Independent School District
- Allen Independent School District
- McKinney Independent School District
- Plano Independent School District
- Princeton Independent School District
- Wylie Independent School District
Private Schools
In addition to the public schools, Lucas is also home to a private school called Lucas Christian Academy.
See also
In Spanish: Lucas (Texas) para niños
