Poynor, Texas facts for kids
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Poynor, Texas
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Location of Poynor, Texas
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| Country | United States |
| State | Texas |
| County | Henderson |
| Area | |
| • Total | 2.36 sq mi (6.11 km2) |
| • Land | 2.36 sq mi (6.11 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 466 ft (142 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 287 |
| • Density | 121.6/sq mi (46.97/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
75782
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| Area code(s) | 430, 903 |
| FIPS code | 48-59192 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2412505 |
Poynor is a small town located in Henderson County, Texas, in the United States. In 2020, about 287 people lived there. It's a quiet place where people enjoy a peaceful community.
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Where is Poynor Located?
Poynor is in the southeastern part of Henderson County. It is about 17 miles (27 km) southeast of Athens. Athens is the main city and county seat for Henderson County. Poynor is also about 21 miles (34 km) northwest of Jacksonville.
Poynor's Size and Land
The United States Census Bureau says that Poynor covers a total area of about 2.36 square miles (6.1 square kilometers). All of this area is land, meaning there are no large lakes or rivers within the town's borders.
Who Lives in Poynor?
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1980 | 272 | — | |
| 1990 | 237 | −12.9% | |
| 2000 | 314 | 32.5% | |
| 2010 | 305 | −2.9% | |
| 2020 | 287 | −5.9% | |
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In the year 2000, there were 314 people living in Poynor. These people made up 112 households and 89 families. The town had about 133 people per square mile.
Most people in Poynor were White (92.68%). There were also African American residents (5.41%) and Native American residents (0.96%). A small number of people were from other backgrounds. About 4.46% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
Families and Ages
Many households in Poynor were families. About 70.5% of households were married couples living together. About 35.7% of households had children under 18 years old. The average household had 2.80 people.
The people in Poynor were of different ages. About 26.8% were under 18 years old. About 15.0% were 65 years or older. The average age in Poynor was 36 years old.
Income in Poynor
In 2000, the average income for a household in Poynor was $39,375 per year. For families, the average income was $38,750. The income per person in the town was $14,829. About 10.1% of all people in Poynor lived below the poverty line. This included 10.0% of children under 18.
Education in Poynor
Students in Poynor attend schools that are part of the LaPoynor Independent School District. This school district serves the town and the surrounding areas.
See also
- In Spanish: Poynor (Texas) para niños
