Spearman, Texas facts for kids
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Spearman, Texas
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Spearman City Hall
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"The Windmill Town"
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Location of Spearman, Texas
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| Country | United States |
| State | Texas |
| County | Hansford |
| Area | |
| • Total | 2.10 sq mi (5.45 km2) |
| • Land | 2.10 sq mi (5.45 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 3,104 ft (946 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 3,171 |
| • Density | 1,510/sq mi (581.8/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
79081
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| Area code(s) | 806 |
| FIPS code | 48-69476 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2411950 |
Spearman is a city in Hansford County, Texas, United States. It is the main city, also known as the county seat, of Hansford County. In 2020, about 3,171 people lived there. Spearman is famous for its large collection of windmills from the J.B. Buchanan collection.
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History of Spearman, Texas
Spearman was planned in May 1917. This happened because people expected a new railway, the North Texas and Santa Fe Railway, to be built there. A post office opened in 1917. By then, a store owned by E. C. Hays was already nearby. The city was named after Thomas E. Spearman, who was a vice president of the railway company.
World War I caused delays in building the railroad. It was finally finished in October 1919. Even before the railway was done, Spearman was growing fast. Many churches and businesses moved there from a nearby town called Hansford. Spearman was the end of the railway line until 1931. After that, the line was extended to other towns. The town officially became a city in 1921. By 1926, it had 30 businesses, a brick school, and about 1,000 people.
Geography and Climate of Spearman
Spearman is located in Texas. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city covers about 2.1 square miles (5.45 square kilometers) of land. There is no water area within the city limits.
What is Spearman's Climate Like?
Spearman has a semiarid climate. This means it is usually dry, but not a desert. It often has hot summers and cool winters.
Population and People in Spearman
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1930 | 1,580 | — | |
| 1940 | 1,105 | −30.1% | |
| 1950 | 1,852 | 67.6% | |
| 1960 | 3,555 | 92.0% | |
| 1970 | 3,435 | −3.4% | |
| 1980 | 3,413 | −0.6% | |
| 1990 | 3,197 | −6.3% | |
| 2000 | 3,021 | −5.5% | |
| 2010 | 3,368 | 11.5% | |
| 2020 | 3,171 | −5.8% | |
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The population of Spearman has changed over the years. In 2010, there were 3,368 people living in the city. By 2020, the population was 3,171.
Who Lives in Spearman? (2020 Census)
The 2020 United States census showed that 3,171 people lived in Spearman. There were 1,178 households and 815 families.
| Race | Number | Percentage |
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| White (NH) | 1,332 | 42.01% |
| Black or African American (NH) | 10 | 0.32% |
| Native American or Alaska Native (NH) | 11 | 0.35% |
| Asian (NH) | 7 | 0.22% |
| Pacific Islander (NH) | 2 | 0.06% |
| Some Other Race (NH) | 7 | 0.22% |
| Mixed/Multi-Racial (NH) | 34 | 1.07% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 1,768 | 55.76% |
| Total | 3,171 |
The census also showed the different groups of people living in Spearman. Many residents are White or Hispanic/Latino.
More About Spearman's Population (2010 Census)
In 2010, about 36% of households had children under 18. Most households (61.8%) were married couples living together. The average household had 2.58 people. The average family had 3.14 people.
The median age in Spearman was 37 years old. This means half the people were younger than 37 and half were older. About 28.8% of the population was under 18. About 16.7% of the population was 65 or older.
Education in Spearman
The Spearman Independent School District serves the city of Spearman. This school district includes several schools for different age groups.
- Gus Birdwell Elementary School
- Spearman Junior High School
- Spearman High School
Notable People from Spearman
Some well-known people have connections to Spearman:
- Mickey Gates: A politician who was raised in Spearman. He later became a member of the Arkansas House of Representatives.
- Krista Gerlich: A famous basketball coach. She was born and grew up in Spearman. She won a national championship in 1993 playing for Texas Tech.
- Rex Linn: An actor known for his role as Frank Tripp on the TV show CSI: Miami. He lived in the area and went to school in Spearman.
- Joe Redington: The person who started the famous Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race. He lived in Spearman for a short time.
See also
In Spanish: Spearman (Texas) para niños
