Murchison, Texas facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Murchison, Texas
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U.S. Post Office in Murchison, Texas
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Location of Murchison, Texas
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| Country | United States |
| State | Texas |
| County | Henderson |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.58 sq mi (4.09 km2) |
| • Land | 1.58 sq mi (4.09 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 466 ft (142 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 516 |
| • Density | 326.6/sq mi (126.16/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
75778
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| Area code(s) | 903, 430 |
| FIPS code | 48-50076 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2411196 |
Murchison is a small city located in Henderson County, Texas, in the United States. In 2020, about 516 people lived there. It's a quiet place where people can enjoy a peaceful community.
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Exploring Murchison's Location
Murchison is found in the northeastern part of Henderson County. A main road, Texas State Highway 31, goes right through the middle of the city. This highway helps connect Murchison to other towns nearby.
If you travel southwest on Highway 31 for about 8 miles (13 km), you'll reach Athens. Athens is the main city of Henderson County, also known as the county seat. Traveling east on the same highway for about 27 miles (43 km) will take you to the city of Tyler.
How Big is Murchison?
The United States Census Bureau says that Murchison covers a total area of about 1.58 square miles (4.1 square kilometers). All of this area is land, meaning there are no large lakes or rivers within the city limits.
Who Lives in Murchison?
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1970 | 432 | — | |
| 1980 | 513 | 18.8% | |
| 1990 | 510 | −0.6% | |
| 2000 | 592 | 16.1% | |
| 2010 | 594 | 0.3% | |
| 2020 | 516 | −13.1% | |
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The number of people living in Murchison has changed over the years. In 2000, there were 592 people living in the city. These people lived in 217 different homes.
Many of the homes were families, with 161 families living together. About 31% of the homes had children under 18 years old. The average family size was about three people.
Age Groups in Murchison
The people in Murchison come from different age groups. In 2000, about 29.9% of the population was under 18 years old. This means many young people and kids lived in the city.
About 13.9% of the population was 65 years or older. The average age in Murchison was 35 years old. This shows a mix of younger and older residents.
Learning in Murchison
Public education for students in Murchison is provided by the Murchison Independent School District. This school district is responsible for the local schools where children attend classes and learn.
See also
In Spanish: Murchison (Texas) para niños
