New Hope, Texas facts for kids
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New Hope, Texas
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Location of New Hope in Collin County, Texas
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| Country | United States |
| State | Texas |
| County | Collin |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.44 sq mi (3.73 km2) |
| • Land | 1.43 sq mi (3.71 km2) |
| • Water | 0.01 sq mi (0.02 km2) |
| Elevation | 617 ft (188 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 661 |
| • Density | 459.0/sq mi (177.2/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| FIPS code | 48-51036 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2413045 |
| Website | http://www.NewHopeTx.gov |
New Hope is a small town located in Collin County, Texas, in the United States. In 2020, about 661 people lived there. It's a quiet place where people can enjoy a peaceful community.
New Hope is known as a "class B" town. This means it follows certain rules for how towns are run in Texas. It has a special type of government called an aldermanic system.
How New Hope is Governed
New Hope has a local government that helps run the town. This government includes a mayor and five aldermen. Aldermen are like council members who help make decisions for the town.
They all meet once a month. These meetings happen on the last Tuesday of each month. During these meetings, they discuss important topics for the town. They make choices that affect everyone living in New Hope.
Where is New Hope Located?
New Hope is in Collin County, Texas. The town covers a total area of about 1.7 square miles (4.4 square kilometers). All of this area is land, meaning there are no large lakes or rivers within the town limits. It's a relatively small area, making it a close-knit community.
Who Lives in New Hope?
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1980 | 331 | — | |
| 1990 | 523 | 58.0% | |
| 2000 | 662 | 26.6% | |
| 2010 | 614 | −7.3% | |
| 2020 | 661 | 7.7% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census 2020 Census |
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The population of New Hope has changed over the years. In 1980, there were 331 people. By 2020, the population grew to 661.
In 2000, there were 662 people living in 230 households. Most of these households were families. About 34% of the homes had children under 18 living there. Many families were married couples living together.
The average age of people in New Hope in 2000 was 41 years old. About 25% of the population was under 18. This shows a mix of different age groups in the town.
See also
In Spanish: New Hope (Texas) para niños
