Roanoke, Texas facts for kids
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Roanoke, Texas
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| Nickname(s):
The Unique Dining Capital of Texas
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Location of Roanoke in Denton County, Texas
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Texas |
| County | Denton, Tarrant |
| Government | |
| • Type | Home Rule Charter |
| Area | |
| • Total | 6.96 sq mi (18.02 km2) |
| • Land | 6.89 sq mi (17.85 km2) |
| • Water | 0.07 sq mi (0.17 km2) |
| Elevation | 623 ft (190 m) |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 9,665 |
| • Estimate
(2023)
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10,678 |
| • Density | 1,388.6/sq mi (536.35/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP codes |
76262
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| Area code(s) | 817, 682 |
| FIPS code | 48-62504 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2410969 |
Roanoke is a city in Denton County, Texas, United States. It is part of the larger Dallas–Fort Worth Metroplex area. In 2020, about 9,665 people lived there. The city is growing fast, with its population increasing by over 75% since 2010. A small part of Roanoke also reaches into Tarrant County.
Roanoke was founded after people moved from a nearby town called Elizabethtown. Elizabethtown is now a ghost town. The main road through Roanoke is called "Byron Nelson Boulevard." It is named after a famous professional golfer who lived in the area.
Roanoke is known for its many restaurants. Its official slogan is "The Unique Dining Capital of Texas." The Northwest Regional Airport is only about 2 miles north of the city center.
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Discovering Roanoke's Location and Size
Roanoke is located in Texas. It covers a total area of about 6.96 square miles (18.02 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, with only a small part being water.
In 2007, the town of Marshall Creek joined with Roanoke. This made Roanoke a bit larger.
What's the Weather Like in Roanoke?
Roanoke has a climate with hot, humid summers. The winters are generally mild or cool. This type of weather is called a humid subtropical climate. It means the city gets plenty of rain throughout the year.
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| Climate data for Roanoke, Texas | |||||||||||||
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| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Year |
| Record high °F (°C) | 86 (30) |
90 (32) |
95 (35) |
100 (38) |
102 (39) |
108 (42) |
109 (43) |
112 (44) |
112 (44) |
99 (37) |
89 (32) |
90 (32) |
112 (44) |
| Mean daily maximum °F (°C) | 65.3 (18.5) |
67.4 (19.7) |
73.0 (22.8) |
78.1 (25.6) |
83.3 (28.5) |
88.2 (31.2) |
91.1 (32.8) |
92.2 (33.4) |
87.3 (30.7) |
81.1 (27.3) |
72.3 (22.4) |
66.0 (18.9) |
92.4 (33.6) |
| Mean daily minimum °F (°C) | 28.0 (−2.2) |
30.6 (−0.8) |
38.5 (3.6) |
50.5 (10.3) |
59.2 (15.1) |
73.8 (23.2) |
77.5 (25.3) |
76.9 (24.9) |
64.7 (18.2) |
50.8 (10.4) |
37.1 (2.8) |
28.8 (−1.8) |
23.5 (−4.7) |
| Average precipitation inches (mm) | 2.12 (54) |
2.09 (53) |
3.09 (78) |
3.60 (91) |
3.96 (101) |
4.12 (105) |
2.28 (58) |
2.33 (59) |
2.71 (69) |
3.33 (85) |
2.05 (52) |
1.93 (49) |
33.61 (854) |
| Average snowfall inches (cm) | 0.3 (0.76) |
0.3 (0.76) |
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0.0 (0.0) |
0.0 (0.0) |
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0.0 (0.0) |
0.0 (0.0) |
0.0 (0.0) |
0.1 (0.25) |
1.4 (3.6) |
2.4 (6.13) |
| Average precipitation days (≥ 0.01 in) | 6 | 6 | 8 | 7 | 9 | 7 | 6 | 4 | 6 | 7 | 5 | 6 | 77 |
| Average snowy days (≥ 0.1 in) | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 4 |
| Source: National Weather Service Forecast Office, Ft Worth Alliance Airport, Fort Worth TX | |||||||||||||
Who Lives in Roanoke?
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1890 | 292 | — | |
| 1940 | 485 | — | |
| 1950 | 511 | 5.4% | |
| 1960 | 585 | 14.5% | |
| 1970 | 817 | 39.7% | |
| 1980 | 910 | 11.4% | |
| 1990 | 1,616 | 77.6% | |
| 2000 | 2,810 | 73.9% | |
| 2010 | 5,962 | 112.2% | |
| 2020 | 9,665 | 62.1% | |
| 2023 (est.) | 10,678 | 79.1% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census | |||
In 2020, there were 9,665 people living in Roanoke. These people made up 3,229 households. About 2,236 of these households were families.
| Race | Number | Percentage |
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| White (NH) | 6,224 | 64.4% |
| Black or African American (NH) | 420 | 4.35% |
| Native American or Alaska Native (NH) | 45 | 0.47% |
| Asian (NH) | 723 | 7.48% |
| Pacific Islander (NH) | 7 | 0.07% |
| Some Other Race (NH) | 32 | 0.33% |
| Mixed/Multi-Racial (NH) | 460 | 4.76% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 1,754 | 18.15% |
| Total | 9,665 |
Fun Things to Do in Roanoke
Roanoke offers several fun activities for residents and visitors. You can visit Hawaiian Falls Roanoke for water park fun. There's also a Cinemark Movie Theater to catch the latest films. If you enjoy skateboarding, check out the Roanoke Skatepark. During the summer, you can enjoy "Evenings on Oak Street," a concert series held every Thursday night.
Top Job Providers in Roanoke
Many companies offer jobs in Roanoke. Here are some of the biggest employers in the city, based on a 2022 report:
| # | Employer | # of Employees |
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| 1 | General Motors Corporation | 460 |
| 2 | WW Grainger | 450 |
| 3 | Martin Brower | 450 |
| 4 | Walmart | 400 |
| 5 | Randall's/Tom Thumb | 360 |
| 6 | Home Depot | 325 |
| 7 | Cardinal Health | 270 |
| 8 | Amerisource Bergen | 260 |
| 9 | Behr Process Corp | 240 |
| 10 | Heritage Bag | 210 |
Learning in Roanoke: Schools and Education
Students in Roanoke are part of the Northwest Independent School District. This district serves many students in the area.
- Elementary Schools: Younger students attend Roanoke Elementary School, Wayne A. Cox Elementary School, J. Lyndall Hughes Elementary School, or Granger Elementary.
- Middle Schools: Students in middle school go to Medlin Middle School or John Tidwell Middle School.
- High Schools: High school students attend Byron Nelson High School in Trophy Club. Roanoke is also home to James Steele Accelerated High School. This school helps students finish high school faster, usually in 2.5 to 3 years.
Images for kids
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Roanoke City Hall
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Map showing Roanoke's location
See also
In Spanish: Roanoke (Texas) para niños
