Maypearl, Texas facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Maypearl, Texas
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A former bank in Maypearl
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"A pearl in the heart of North Texas"
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Location of Maypearl, Texas
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| Country | United States |
| State | Texas |
| County | Ellis |
| Incorporated (city) | 1911 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.83 sq mi (2.14 km2) |
| • Land | 0.81 sq mi (2.10 km2) |
| • Water | 0.02 sq mi (0.05 km2) |
| Elevation | 535 ft (163 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 939 |
| • Density | 1,131/sq mi (438.8/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
76064
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| Area code(s) | 214, 469, 945, 972 |
| FIPS code | 48-47268 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2411053 |
Maypearl is a small city located in Ellis County, Texas, in the United States. It was officially made a city in 1911. In 2020, about 939 people lived there. The city's motto is "A pearl in the heart of North Texas."
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Where is Maypearl Located?
Maypearl is in the western part of Ellis County, Texas. It is about 11 miles (18 km) southwest of Waxahachie. Waxahachie is the main city, or county seat, of Ellis County.
The city is also about 13 miles (21 km) south of Midlothian. It is 39 miles (63 km) southwest of downtown Dallas.
Land and Water
The United States Census Bureau says Maypearl covers a total area of about 0.83 square miles (2.1 square kilometers). Most of this area is land. Only a small part, about 0.02 square miles (0.05 square kilometers), is covered by water.
What is Maypearl's Climate Like?
Maypearl has a humid subtropical climate. This means the summers are usually hot and humid. The winters are generally mild to cool. This type of climate is often called Cfa on climate maps.
Who Lives in Maypearl?
The population of Maypearl was 939 people in 2020. This information comes from the 2020 United States census. The census also showed that there were 351 households and 248 families living in the city.
Population Changes Over Time
The number of people living in Maypearl has changed over the years.
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1920 | 417 | — | |
| 1930 | 410 | −1.7% | |
| 1940 | 377 | −8.0% | |
| 1950 | 373 | −1.1% | |
| 1960 | 359 | −3.8% | |
| 1970 | 462 | 28.7% | |
| 1980 | 626 | 35.5% | |
| 1990 | 781 | 24.8% | |
| 2000 | 746 | −4.5% | |
| 2010 | 934 | 25.2% | |
| 2020 | 939 | 0.5% | |
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Different Backgrounds in Maypearl
Maypearl is home to people from many different backgrounds. Here is a look at the racial makeup of the city in 2020:
| Race | Number | Percentage |
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| White (NH) | 616 | 65.6% |
| Black or African American (NH) | 51 | 5.43% |
| Native American or Alaska Native (NH) | 13 | 1.38% |
| Asian (NH) | 13 | 1.38% |
| Some other race (NH) | 1 | 0.11% |
| Mixed/multiracial (NH) | 43 | 4.58% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 202 | 21.51% |
| Total | 939 |
Education in Maypearl
Students in Maypearl are served by the Maypearl Independent School District. This school district includes Maypearl High School, where the sports teams are known as the Panthers.
The Texas Education Agency recognized the Maypearl Independent School District for its good performance. This recognition was for the 2009–2010 school year.
See also
In Spanish: Maypearl (Texas) para niños
