Milam, Texas facts for kids
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Milam, Texas
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Location of Milam, Texas
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| Country | United States |
| State | Texas |
| County | Sabine |
| Area | |
| • Total | 33.4 sq mi (86.5 km2) |
| • Land | 32.8 sq mi (85.0 km2) |
| • Water | 0.6 sq mi (1.5 km2) |
| Elevation | 312 ft (95 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 1,355 |
| • Density | 40.57/sq mi (15.665/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP codes |
75947, 75959
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| Area code(s) | 409 |
| FIPS code | 48-48324 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1382282 |
Milam is a small community in Sabine County, Texas, United States. It's called a census-designated place (CDP) because it's a defined area used for gathering population data. Milam is located right by the Sabine River, where two main roads, Highway 87 and Highway 21, meet. In 2020, about 1,355 people lived there, making it the biggest community in Sabine County.
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Where is Milam Located?
Milam is found at coordinates 31°27′13″N 93°47′7″W / 31.45361°N 93.78528°W. This means it's at a specific spot on the map.
The United States Census Bureau says that Milam covers a total area of about 33.4 square miles (86.5 square kilometers). Most of this area, about 32.8 square miles (85.0 square kilometers), is land. The rest, about 0.6 square miles (1.5 square kilometers), is water.
Milam's Early History
Milam was first settled around 1828 and was originally known as Red Mound. It was later renamed in honor of Benjamin Rush Milam, a well-known person from the Texas Revolution. This happened in 1836 when Milam became the main town, or "municipal seat," for Sabine County.
However, as more people moved into the area, they wanted the county seat to be in a more central spot. So, in 1858, a new town called Hemphill, Texas was chosen for that role instead. During the Civil War, the Confederate Army's Quartermaster (the person in charge of supplies) for Sabine County worked from Milam.
Who Lives in Milam?
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| 2020 | 1,355 | — | |
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In 2020, there were 1,355 people living in Milam. These people lived in 641 households, and 452 of these were families.
Here's a look at the different groups of people living in Milam in 2020:
| Group | Number | Percentage |
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| White (NH) | 1,181 | 87.16% |
| Black or African American (NH) | 49 | 3.62% |
| Native American or Alaska Native (NH) | 6 | 0.44% |
| Asian (NH) | 8 | 0.59% |
| Some Other Group (NH) | 8 | 0.59% |
| Mixed/Multi-Racial (NH) | 47 | 3.47% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 56 | 4.13% |
| Total | 1,355 |
Back in 2000, there were 1,329 people living in Milam. About 17.6% of the households had children under 18. Most households (61.8%) were married couples living together. The average household had about 2.19 people, and the average family had about 2.64 people.
The population in 2000 was spread out by age. About 16.5% were under 18, and a large group, 28.4%, were 65 years or older. The average age was 54 years old.
Schools in Milam
Students in Milam attend schools that are part of the Hemphill Independent School District.
Milam's Climate
The weather in Milam is known for its hot and humid summers. Winters are generally mild to cool. This type of weather is called a humid subtropical climate, which is often shown as "Cfa" on climate maps.
See also
In Spanish: Milam (Texas) para niños
