Quitman, Texas facts for kids
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Quitman, Texas
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Quitman, Texas
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Texas |
| County | Wood |
| Founded | 1850 |
| Incorporated | 1941 |
| Named for | John A. Quitman |
| Government | |
| • Type | Mayor–council government |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.886 sq mi (4.885 km2) |
| • Land | 1.877 sq mi (4.862 km2) |
| • Water | 0.009 sq mi (0.023 km2) |
| Elevation | 400 ft (100 m) |
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| • Total | 1,942 |
| • Density | 1,029.6/sq mi (397.54/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC−06:00 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−05:00 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
75783
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| Area codes | 903, 430 |
| FIPS code | 48-60188 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2411510 |
Quitman is a city in Texas, United States. It's the main town, or county seat, of Wood County, Texas. In 2020, about 1,942 people lived there. The city got its name from John A. Quitman. He was a soldier in the Mexican–American War and used to be the governor of Mississippi.
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Where is Quitman, Texas?
Quitman is a city located in Wood County, Texas. It covers an area of about 1.886 square miles (4.885 square kilometers).
What is the Climate Like in Quitman?
The weather in Quitman is usually hot and humid in the summer. Winters are generally mild to cool. This type of weather is known as a humid subtropical climate.
Who Lives in Quitman?
The number of people living in Quitman has changed over the years. Here's a quick look at the population:
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1870 | 320 | — | |
| 1880 | 151 | −52.8% | |
| 1930 | 368 | — | |
| 1950 | 927 | — | |
| 1960 | 1,237 | 33.4% | |
| 1970 | 1,494 | 20.8% | |
| 1980 | 1,893 | 26.7% | |
| 1990 | 1,684 | −11.0% | |
| 2000 | 2,030 | 20.5% | |
| 2010 | 1,809 | −10.9% | |
| 2020 | 1,942 | 7.4% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census | |||
Population and Diversity in Quitman
In 2020, there were 1,942 people living in Quitman. These people made up 824 households and 559 families.
The city is home to people from different backgrounds:
| Race | Number | Percentage |
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| White (NH) | 1,585 | 81.62% |
| Black or African American (NH) | 86 | 4.43% |
| Native American or Alaska Native (NH) | 8 | 0.41% |
| Asian (NH) | 17 | 0.88% |
| Some Other Race (NH) | 6 | 0.31% |
| Mixed/Multi-Racial (NH) | 103 | 5.3% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 137 | 7.05% |
| Total | 1,942 |
In 2010, the city had 1,809 people living in 775 households. About 90% of the people were White. About 6.4% were African American. Other groups included Native American, Asian, and people of two or more races. About 3.3% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
Households and Families
In 2010, about 28% of households had children under 18. More than half (50.5%) were married couples. About 32% of households were single people. The average household had 2.32 people.
The median age in Quitman was 43 years old. This means half the people were older than 43 and half were younger.
Income and Economy
In 2010, the average household income was about $31,607 per year. The average family income was about $39,643. About 11.3% of the population lived below the poverty line. This included 12.6% of those under 18.
Education in Quitman
The Quitman Independent School District serves the city of Quitman. It's a Class 3A school district. The school has had success in different areas. For example, they won a state championship in golf. They also won in UIL news writing and powerlifting. In 2011, their one-act play team was the first runner-up at the state contest.
Quitman Public Library
The Quitman Public Library is a great place to find books and learn. It's located at 202 East Goode Street. This is one block east of the Wood County Courthouse.
The library started in 1975. A group of citizens wanted a library for Quitman and the nearby areas. The city council officially opened the library that same year. Its first home was a house given by the Liles family.
In 1980, people raised money to buy a bigger building. The community helped a lot. They bought the old First National Bank building. Later, in 1987, more fundraising began. This was to add space for a children's department and a meeting room. With grants, the "Thurman Shamburger Wing" was opened in 1988.
Today, the library has almost 30,000 items. It also holds the collection of the Wood County Genealogical Society. The library is run by the mayor and city council of Quitman.
Famous People from Quitman
Quitman has been home to some notable people:
- Will Hogg – A lawyer and generous person from Houston. He helped start the River Oaks area in Houston.
- Bryan Hughes – A politician who serves as a Texas State Senator.
- Thomas Morrow Reavley – A senior judge for the United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit.
- Sissy Spacek – A famous actress. She won an Academy Award for her role in the 1980 movie Coal Miner's Daughter.
See also
In Spanish: Quitman (Texas) para niños
