Rosenberg, Texas facts for kids
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Rosenberg, Texas
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Location of Rosenberg, Texas
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Texas |
| County | Fort Bend |
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| • Type | Council-Manager |
| Area | |
| • Total | 37.42 sq mi (96.91 km2) |
| • Land | 37.26 sq mi (96.50 km2) |
| • Water | 0.16 sq mi (0.41 km2) |
| Elevation | 105 ft (32 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 38,282 |
| • Density | 1,028.13/sq mi (396.97/km2) |
| Demonym(s) | Rosenberger |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
77471
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| Area code(s) | 281/346/713/832 |
| FIPS code | 48-63284 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1345587 |
Rosenberg is a city in Texas, a state in the United States. It's part of the larger Houston area and is located in Fort Bend County. The city got its name from Henry Von Rosenberg, who came to Texas from Switzerland in 1843. He was important in helping to settle Fort Bend County.
In 2020, about 38,282 people lived in Rosenberg. This was more than the 30,618 people who lived there in 2010. Every October, the city hosts the Fort Bend County Fair. Rosenberg is right next to Richmond, which is the main city of Fort Bend County.
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History of Rosenberg
Rosenberg is named after Henry Rosenberg. He moved to Galveston, Texas, from Switzerland in 1843. Henry Rosenberg was the first president of the Gulf, Colorado and Santa Fe Railway.
Where is Rosenberg Located?
Rosenberg is in the middle of Fort Bend County. It is on the south side of the Brazos River. The city of Richmond is to its northeast. Pleak is to the south, and Beasley is to the southwest.
The main highway, I-69 (also known as US-59), runs through the south part of Rosenberg. This highway helps people travel around the city. It also connects Rosenberg to other major cities. For example, downtown Houston is about 32 miles northeast. US-59 continues southwest for about 92 miles to Victoria.
The United States Census Bureau says Rosenberg covers about 37.42 square miles (96.91 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, with a small part being water.
What is the Climate Like?
Rosenberg has hot and humid summers. Its winters are usually mild or cool. This type of weather is called a humid subtropical climate. You might see it marked as Cfa on climate maps.
Who Lives in Rosenberg?
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1910 | 1,198 | — | |
| 1920 | 1,279 | 6.8% | |
| 1930 | 1,941 | 51.8% | |
| 1940 | 3,457 | 78.1% | |
| 1950 | 6,210 | 79.6% | |
| 1960 | 9,698 | 56.2% | |
| 1970 | 12,098 | 24.7% | |
| 1980 | 17,840 | 47.5% | |
| 1990 | 20,183 | 13.1% | |
| 2000 | 24,043 | 19.1% | |
| 2010 | 30,618 | 27.3% | |
| 2020 | 38,282 | 25.0% | |
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In 2020, there were 38,282 people living in Rosenberg. There were also 12,636 households and 8,613 families.
| Race | Number | Percentage |
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| White (NH) | 8,208 | 21.44% |
| Black or African American (NH) | 6,245 | 16.31% |
| Native American or Alaska Native (NH) | 80 | 0.21% |
| Asian (NH) | 1,675 | 4.38% |
| Pacific Islander (NH) | 5 | 0.01% |
| Some Other Race (NH) | 199 | 0.52% |
| Mixed/Multi-Racial (NH) | 772 | 2.02% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 21,098 | 55.11% |
| Total | 38,282 |
In 2000, the city had 24,043 people. About 41.3% of households had children under 18. The average household had 3 people. The average family had 3.48 people.
About 30.9% of the people were under 18 years old. The average age in Rosenberg was 30 years.
Arts and Culture in Rosenberg
The Fort Bend County Libraries system has its main library, the George Memorial Library, in Richmond. This library used to be in Rosenberg. It moved to Richmond in 1986. The library was updated in 2013 with new technology and media rooms.
The Fort Bend Epicenter is a sports arena in Rosenberg. It opened on August 26, 2023.
Parks and Recreation
The City of Rosenberg has nine parks within its city limits. These parks are for everyone to enjoy.
Fort Bend County also runs the Bud O'Shieles Community Center in Rosenberg. This center has an auditorium and meeting rooms. It also has special areas for older people.
Education in Rosenberg
Public Schools
Students in Rosenberg go to schools in the Lamar Consolidated Independent School District.
- Elementary Schools: Arredondo, Bowie, Jackson, Taylor Ray, and Travis.
- Middle Schools: Wessendorf Middle School, Lamar Junior High School, Navarro Middle School, and George Junior High School.
- High Schools: Lamar Consolidated High School and B.F. Terry High School.
Some parts of Rosenberg are also served by Wright Junior High School and Randle High School. These schools are located in areas just outside the city.
Private Schools
- Holy Rosary Catholic School: This school teaches students from kindergarten to 8th grade. It is run by the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston.
- Living Water Christian School: This Christian school teaches students from early childhood up to 11th grade.
City Services and Transportation
Rosenberg has a city hall where local government operates.
Fort Bend County Public Transportation offers bus services in Rosenberg. They also have buses that go to Houston.
If you need to travel longer distances by bus, Greyhound Bus Lines has a stop in Rosenberg. It is located at the Raceway gas station.
Famous People from Rosenberg
- Randal Grichuk: A professional baseball player who has played for several Major League Baseball teams. He played on local teams in Rosenberg when he was younger.
- John Holiday: A talented opera singer known as a countertenor.
- Dexter Pittman: A professional basketball player who played in the NBA for five seasons. He went to B. F. Terry High School in Rosenberg.
- Clymer Wright: A political activist and former editor of the Fort Bend Reporter.
See also
In Spanish: Rosenberg (Texas) para niños
