Poth, Texas facts for kids
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Poth, Texas
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Downtown Poth, Texas
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Location of Poth, Texas
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| Country | United States |
| State | Texas |
| County | Wilson |
| Area | |
| • Total | 3.19 sq mi (8.26 km2) |
| • Land | 3.17 sq mi (8.20 km2) |
| • Water | 0.02 sq mi (0.06 km2) |
| Elevation | 404 ft (123 m) |
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| • Total | 1,819 |
| • Density | 721.42/sq mi (278.52/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
78147
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| Area code(s) | 830 |
| FIPS code | 48-59096 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2412502 |
Poth (pronounced POHTH) is a small town in Wilson County, Texas. In 2020, about 1,819 people lived there. It is part of the larger San Antonio metropolitan area.
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Poth's Location and Size
Poth is located in the state of Texas. It is about 35 miles (56 kilometers) southeast of downtown San Antonio. The town covers an area of about 3.2 square miles (8.3 square kilometers). All of this area is land.
Who Lives in Poth?
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1940 | 509 | — | |
| 1950 | 1,089 | 113.9% | |
| 1960 | 1,119 | 2.8% | |
| 1970 | 1,296 | 15.8% | |
| 1980 | 1,461 | 12.7% | |
| 1990 | 1,642 | 12.4% | |
| 2000 | 1,850 | 12.7% | |
| 2010 | 1,908 | 3.1% | |
| 2020 | 1,819 | −4.7% | |
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In 2020, there were 1,819 people living in Poth. There were 504 households and 433 families.
Poth's Population Over Time
The number of people living in Poth has changed over the years.
- In 1940, there were 509 people.
- By 1970, the population grew to 1,296.
- In 2000, it reached 1,850 people.
- The population in 2020 was 1,819.
Understanding Poth's Community
| Race | Number | Percentage |
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| White (NH) | 748 | 41.12% |
| Black or African American (NH) | 7 | 0.38% |
| Native American or Alaska Native (NH) | 2 | 0.11% |
| Asian (NH) | 4 | 0.22% |
| Some Other Race (NH) | 9 | 0.49% |
| Mixed/Multi-Racial (NH) | 20 | 1.1% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 1,029 | 56.57% |
| Total | 1,819 |
In 2020, about 56.57% of the people in Poth were of Hispanic or Latino background. About 41.12% were White (not Hispanic). Other groups made up smaller parts of the population.
The average household in Poth had about 2.97 people. The average family had about 3.41 people.
Age Groups in Poth
The people in Poth are of different ages.
- About 31.1% of the population was under 18 years old.
- About 12.1% were 65 years or older.
- The average age in Poth was 33 years old.
Jobs in Poth
Many people in Poth work in certain jobs.
- For men, common jobs include construction, food service, and farming.
- For women, common jobs are in healthcare, education, and food services.
Education in Poth
Students in the Poth area go to schools in the Poth Independent School District. This school district serves students from pre-kindergarten all the way to twelfth grade. Poth has one elementary school, one middle school, and one high school, which is called Poth High School.
Poth's History
Poth has an interesting history.
- The town was first started in 1886. It was originally named Marcelina.
- It was built for people who worked on the railway between San Antonio and Aransas Pass.
- In 1901, the town's name was changed to Poth. It was named after A. H. Poth, who owned a cotton business there.
A Special Event in Poth's History
In 1970, Poth became famous across the country. This happened when a child in the town got polio. Polio was a serious disease. To stop it from spreading, almost everyone in Poth agreed to get a special vaccine. More than 1,100 out of 1,296 citizens got the oral polio vaccine. This helped protect the community.
See also
In Spanish: Poth (Texas) para niños
