Manvel, Texas facts for kids
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Manvel, Texas
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| Nickname(s):
The Real Town & Country
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| Motto(s):
City on the Rise
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Location of Manvel, Texas
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| Country | United States |
| State | Texas |
| County | Brazoria |
| Government | |
| • Type | Council-Manager |
| Area | |
| • Total | 27.50 sq mi (71.22 km2) |
| • Land | 27.45 sq mi (71.09 km2) |
| • Water | 0.05 sq mi (0.13 km2) |
| Elevation | 52 ft (16 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 9,992 |
| • Density | 461.64/sq mi (178.24/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
77578
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| Area code(s) | 281 |
| FIPS code | 48-46500 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1340905 |
Manvel is a city located in Brazoria County, Texas, in the United States. It's known as "The Real Town & Country" and its motto is "City on the Rise." In July 2022, about 14,803 people lived here, showing a big increase from 9,908 residents in 2020.
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History of Manvel
Manvel has been growing quickly! From 2020 to 2022, the number of people living in the city jumped from 9,908 to 14,803. In November 2021, plans were made to build 12,000 new homes in different neighborhoods. This shows how fast Manvel is expanding.
Geography of Manvel
Manvel is in the northern part of Brazoria County. It is located at 29°28′45″N 95°21′23″W / 29.47917°N 95.35639°W.
Neighboring Cities
Manvel is surrounded by other towns:
- Iowa Colony is to the west.
- Pearland is to the north.
- Alvin is to the east.
Land and Water Area
The city covers a total area of about 61 square kilometers (23.6 square miles). Most of this area is land, with only a small part, about 0.1 square kilometers (0.04 square miles), being water.
Manvel's Neighborhoods
Manvel has many different neighborhoods, also called subdivisions. Some of these include:
- Rodeo Palms
- Lakeland
- Pomona
- New Port Lake Estates
- Meridianna
- Del Bello Lakes
- Bluewater Lakes
- Terra Estates
- Yanni Palms
- Fox Tail
- Sedona Lakes
People of Manvel (Demographics)
Demographics is the study of a population. It looks at things like how many people live somewhere, their ages, and their backgrounds.
Population Growth Over Time
Manvel's population has grown a lot over the years:
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Manvel's Diverse Community
As of the 2020 census, there were 9,992 people living in Manvel. The community is made up of people from many different backgrounds:
| Group | Number of People | Percentage |
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| White (not Hispanic) | 3,663 | 36.66% |
| Black or African American (not Hispanic) | 2,661 | 26.63% |
| Native American or Alaska Native (not Hispanic) | 15 | 0.15% |
| Asian (not Hispanic) | 735 | 7.36% |
| Pacific Islander (not Hispanic) | 5 | 0.05% |
| Other Race (not Hispanic) | 36 | 0.36% |
| Mixed/Multi-Racial (not Hispanic) | 352 | 3.52% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 2,525 | 25.27% |
| Total | 9,992 |
Education in Manvel
Manvel offers many educational opportunities for students of all ages.
Schools for Kids and Teens
Most students in Manvel attend schools that are part of the Alvin Independent School District.
Elementary Schools
Several elementary schools are in or serve the Manvel area:
- E.C. Mason Elementary School
- Don Jeter Elementary School
- Meridiana Elementary School (in Iowa Colony)
- Hood-Case Elementary School (in Alvin)
- Bel Sanchez Elementary School (in Rosharon)
- Pomona Elementary School
Junior High Schools
Junior high schools that serve Manvel students include:
- Manvel Junior High School
- Rodeo Palms Junior High School
- Caffey Junior High School
- Harby Junior High School (a small part of Manvel)
High Schools
Most areas north of Texas State Highway 6 are zoned to Manvel High School. Areas south of Highway 6 are zoned to Iowa Colony High School in Iowa Colony. Manvel High School opened in 2006.
Colleges and Universities
Manvel is served by the Alvin Community College system. They even offer some evening and weekend classes at Manvel High School.
There are also several larger colleges and universities within about 25 miles (40 km) of Manvel. These include:
- University of Houston
- Rice University
- Texas A&M Galveston
- Houston Community College
- University of Texas Medical Branch
Public Libraries
The Manvel Library is a great place to find books and resources. It is located at 20514B Highway 6 and is part of the Brazoria County Library System.
Transportation and Getting Around Manvel
Manvel has good ways to get around, both by road and air.
Roads and Highways
Texas State Highway 6 goes through Manvel. It can take you east to Alvin (about 7 miles) or Galveston (about 37 miles). It also goes northwest to Sugar Land (about 20 miles).
Texas State Highway 288 is a four-lane freeway that runs through the northwest part of Manvel. You can take it north to downtown Houston (about 20 miles) or south to Angleton (about 23 miles), which is the county seat.
Air Travel Options
For air travel, Manvel is close to a few airports:
- Houston Southwest Airport is nearby for smaller planes.
- Houston Hobby International Airport is about 17 miles away for bigger flights.
- George Bush Intercontinental Airport is a larger airport, about 43 miles from Manvel. You can reach it using State Highway 288 and Interstate 69.
Notable People from Manvel
Many talented people have connections to Manvel, including athletes:
- Austin Bennett, a former wide receiver for the University of Oklahoma.
- D'Eriq King, a quarterback who played for the University of Houston and the University of Miami.
- Koda Martin, an offensive lineman for the Arizona Cardinals.
- D'Vaughn Pennamon, a tight end for Ole Miss.
- Jalen Preston, a wide receiver for Texas A&M.
- Kyle Trask, a quarterback for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, chosen in the 2021 NFL draft.
- Brianna Turner, a forward for the Phoenix Mercury.
See also
In Spanish: Manvel (Texas) para niños
