New Summerfield, Texas facts for kids
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New Summerfield, Texas
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| Country | United States |
| State | Texas |
| County | Cherokee |
| Government | |
| • Type | Mayor |
| Area | |
| • Total | 4.70 sq mi (12.17 km2) |
| • Land | 4.70 sq mi (12.17 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 456 ft (139 m) |
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| • Total | 843 |
| • Density | 248.94/sq mi (96.12/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
75780
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| Area code(s) | 903, 430 |
| FIPS code | 48-51336 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2411236</ref> |
New Summerfield is a small city located in Cherokee County, Texas, in the United States. In 2020, about 843 people lived there.
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Where is New Summerfield?
New Summerfield is found in the northeastern part of Cherokee County. A main road, U.S. Route 79, goes right through the town. If you go west on this road for about 10 miles (16 km), you'll reach Jacksonville. This is the biggest city in Cherokee County. If you head northeast for about 22 miles (35 km), you'll get to Henderson.
Another important road, Texas State Highway 110, crosses US 79 in the middle of New Summerfield. Going north on Highway 110 for about 11 miles (18 km) takes you to Troup. If you go south for about 14 miles (23 km), you'll arrive in Rusk. Rusk is the main city where the county government is located.
Land Area
The United States Census Bureau says that New Summerfield covers a total area of about 4.7 square miles (12.2 square kilometers). All of this area is land, meaning there are no large lakes or rivers within the city limits.
What's the Weather Like?
The weather in New Summerfield is known for its hot and humid summers. Winters are generally mild, meaning they are not too cold. This type of weather is called a humid subtropical climate. On climate maps, you might see this climate type shortened to "Cfa."
Who Lives in New Summerfield?
The word "demographics" helps us understand who lives in a place. It looks at things like how many people there are and what their backgrounds are.
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In 2020, the U.S. census counted 843 people living in New Summerfield. This number was a bit lower than in 2010, when 1,111 people lived there. The census also found 215 households and 178 families in the city. A household is a group of people living together in one home. A family is a group of people related by blood, marriage, or adoption.
Diversity in New Summerfield
New Summerfield is home to people from many different backgrounds. The 2020 census showed the following groups:
| Race | Number | Percentage |
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| White (NH) | 180 | 21.35% |
| Black or African American (NH) | 8 | 0.95% |
| Native American or Alaska Native (NH) | 1 | 0.12% |
| Mixed/Multi-Racial (NH) | 4 | 0.47% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 650 | 77.11% |
| Total | 843 |
Schools in New Summerfield
Students in New Summerfield attend schools that are part of the New Summerfield Independent School District. The local high school is New Summerfield High School, and their sports teams are known as the Hornets.
Famous People from New Summerfield
- Walt Dickson was a professional baseball player. He played as a pitcher in Major League Baseball for five seasons.
See also
In Spanish: New Summerfield para niños
