Roxton, Texas facts for kids
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Roxton, Texas
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| Country | United States |
| State | Texas |
| County | Lamar |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.87 sq mi (2.26 km2) |
| • Land | 0.86 sq mi (2.24 km2) |
| • Water | 0.01 sq mi (0.02 km2) |
| Elevation | 509 ft (155 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 548 |
| • Density | 740.44/sq mi (285.86/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
75477
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| Area code(s) | 903 |
| FIPS code | 48-63584 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2411008 |
Roxton is a small city located in Lamar County, Texas, in the United States. In 2010, about 650 people lived there. By 2020, the population was 548.
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About Roxton's Location
Roxton is a small city in Texas. It covers an area of about 2.3 square kilometers (0.9 square miles). Most of this area is land, with a very small part being water.
Who Lives in Roxton?
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1890 | 226 | — | |
| 1980 | 735 | — | |
| 1990 | 639 | −13.1% | |
| 2000 | 694 | 8.6% | |
| 2010 | 650 | −6.3% | |
| 2020 | 548 | −15.7% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census | |||
The number of people living in Roxton has changed over the years. In 1890, there were 226 residents. The population grew to 735 in 1980, but has since decreased to 548 people in 2020.
Diversity in Roxton
In 2020, 548 people lived in Roxton. The city is home to people from different backgrounds. Most residents are White, and there is also a significant Black or African American population. Other groups include Native Americans, Asians, and people of mixed heritage. Some residents are also of Hispanic or Latino origin.
| Race | Number | Percentage |
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| White (NH) | 384 | 70.07% |
| Black or African American (NH) | 81 | 14.78% |
| Native American or Alaska Native (NH) | 8 | 1.46% |
| Asian (NH) | 1 | 0.18% |
| Some Other Race (NH) | 1 | 0.18% |
| Mixed/Multi-Racial (NH) | 35 | 6.39% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 38 | 6.93% |
| Total | 548 |
Households and Families
In 2020, there were 238 households in Roxton. A household is a group of people living together in one home. Out of these, 164 were families. Many households had children under 18 living with them.
The average age of people in Roxton in 2000 was 37 years old. About 29.5% of the population was under 18.
Education in Roxton
Students in Roxton attend schools in the Chisum Independent School District. Before 2019, Roxton had its own school district, the Roxton Independent School District. However, it closed down because of money problems. Now, students go to schools in the nearby Chisum district.
For higher education, all of Lamar County, including Roxton, is served by Paris Junior College. This college offers programs for students after high school.
Getting Around Roxton
Roads and Highways
Roxton has several important roads that help people travel in and out of the city. These include:
Walking and Biking Trails
Roxton is part of the Northeast Texas Trail (NETT). This is a long trail, about 209 kilometers (130 miles) long. It's great for hiking and biking. The trail follows an old railroad path that is no longer used for trains. It connects Farmersville, Texas, to New Boston, Texas.
See also
In Spanish: Roxton (Texas) para niños
