Springtown, Texas facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Springtown, Texas
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Downtown Springtown, Texas
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Location of Springtown in Parker County
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 Springtown, Texas
Location in Texas
Springtown, Texas
Location in the United States
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| Country |  United States |
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| State |  Texas |
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| County | Parker, Wise | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 3.04 sq mi (7.86 km2) | |
| • Land | 3.04 sq mi (7.86 km2) | |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) | |
| Elevation | 866 ft (264 m) | |
| Population
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| • Total | 3,064 | |
| • Density | 1,007.9/sq mi (389.8/km2) | |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) | |
| ZIP code |
76082
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| Area code(s) | 817 | |
| FIPS code | 48-69800 | |
| GNIS feature ID | 2411962 | |
Springtown is a small town located in Texas, United States. It's found in both Parker County and Wise County. In 2020, about 3,064 people lived there.
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Discovering Springtown's Past
Springtown was first called Littleton's Springs. This name came from an early settler named Joseph Ward. The town got its current name, Springtown, in the mid-1870s.
When Springtown Became a Town
The town opened its first post office in 1875. Springtown officially became an incorporated town in 1884. This means it gained its own local government.
Growth and Changes Over Time
The town's population growth slowed down during and after the Great Depression. This was a tough economic time in the United States. However, after 1960, more people started moving to Springtown. Many of them worked in nearby Fort Worth and traveled back and forth.
College Hill Institute: An Early School
Springtown was once home to a school called College Hill Institute. The State of Texas officially recognized this school in 1884. It taught students for ten years before closing its doors in 1894.
Exploring Springtown's Geography
Springtown covers an area of about 2.8 square miles (7.3 square kilometers). All of this area is land, with no large bodies of water inside the town limits.
Springtown's Climate and Weather
The weather in Springtown has hot and humid summers. Winters are usually mild, meaning not too cold. This type of weather is known as a humid subtropical climate. On climate maps, it's often shown as "Cfa."
Understanding Springtown's Population
The number of people living in Springtown has changed a lot over the years. Here's how the population has grown:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1880 | 166 | — | |
| 1890 | 657 | 295.8% | |
| 1960 | 859 | — | |
| 1970 | 1,194 | 39.0% | |
| 1980 | 1,658 | 38.9% | |
| 1990 | 1,740 | 4.9% | |
| 2000 | 2,062 | 18.5% | |
| 2010 | 2,658 | 28.9% | |
| 2020 | 3,064 | 15.3% | |
| 2023 (est.) | 4,181 | 57.3% | |
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Who Lives in Springtown?
In 2020, the 2020 United States census counted 3,064 people living in Springtown. These people made up 1,018 households, with 761 of them being families. The table below shows the different groups of people living in Springtown in 2020.
| Race | Number | Percentage |
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| White (NH) | 2,449 | 79.93% |
| Black or African American (NH) | 26 | 0.85% |
| Native American or Alaska Native (NH) | 29 | 0.95% |
| Asian (NH) | 13 | 0.42% |
| Some Other Race (NH) | 3 | 0.1% |
| Mixed/Multi-Racial (NH) | 153 | 4.99% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 391 | 12.76% |
| Total | 3,064 |
Springtown Photo Gallery
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Springtown Tabernacle
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Dr. George and Ruth Jones House
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First United Methodist Church
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Downtown Springtown, Texas
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Eureka Lodge No. 317
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Famous People from Springtown
Springtown has been home to some notable individuals:
- Ona Dodd – a professional Major League Baseball player.
- William H. Murray – he studied at College Hill Institute and later became the Governor of Oklahoma.
- Jim Marrs – a well-known journalist and public relations consultant.
See also
In Spanish: Springtown (Texas) para niños
