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Stockdale, Texas
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"Home of the Watermelon Jubilee"
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Location of Stockdale, Texas
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| Country | United States |
| State | Texas |
| County | Wilson |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.69 sq mi (4.37 km2) |
| • Land | 1.69 sq mi (4.37 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 427 ft (130 m) |
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| • Total | 1,413 |
| • Density | 976.90/sq mi (377.29/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
78160
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| Area code(s) | 830 |
| FIPS code | 48-70376 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2411986 |
| Website | Stockdale, Texas |
Stockdale is a small city in Wilson County, Texas, United States. In 2020, about 1,413 people lived there. It is part of the larger San Antonio area. The city was named after Fletcher S. Stockdale, who was a high-ranking official (lieutenant governor) in Texas when the town started in 1863. Many German and Polish immigrants settled in Stockdale in the late 1800s, which helped the town grow a lot.
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History of Stockdale
Stockdale was first known by other names like High Prairie and Bunker's Store. It got its current name in 1863, honoring Fletcher Stockdale, who was the lieutenant governor of Texas at that time.
A big change happened in 1898 when the San Antonio and Mexican Gulf Railroad came to Stockdale. This made it easier for people and goods to travel to and from the town.
Stockdale officially became a city in 1919. A fun tradition, the annual Watermelon Jubilee, started in 1937. This festival celebrates watermelons and brings the community together.
Geography and Climate
Stockdale covers an area of about 1.7 square miles (4.37 square kilometers), and all of it is land. It is located about 25 miles (40 km) south of Seguin. It is also about 40 miles (64 km) southeast of downtown San Antonio.
Stockdale's Climate
The weather in Stockdale has hot and humid summers. The winters are usually mild to cool. This type of weather is known as a humid subtropical climate. It means there is plenty of rain throughout the year, and temperatures are generally warm.
Population and People
Stockdale has grown over the years. Here's how its population has changed:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1880 | 97 | — | |
| 1930 | 696 | — | |
| 1940 | 926 | 33.0% | |
| 1950 | 1,105 | 19.3% | |
| 1960 | 1,111 | 0.5% | |
| 1970 | 1,132 | 1.9% | |
| 1980 | 1,265 | 11.7% | |
| 1990 | 1,268 | 0.2% | |
| 2000 | 1,398 | 10.3% | |
| 2010 | 1,442 | 3.1% | |
| 2020 | 1,413 | −2.0% | |
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In 2020, there were 1,413 people living in Stockdale. The city is home to people from many different backgrounds.
| Race | Number | Percentage |
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| White (NH) | 598 | 42.32% |
| Black or African American (NH) | 13 | 0.92% |
| Native American or Alaska Native (NH) | 4 | 0.28% |
| Asian (NH) | 5 | 0.35% |
| Some Other Race (NH) | 3 | 0.21% |
| Mixed/Multi-Racial (NH) | 34 | 2.41% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 756 | 53.5% |
| Total | 1,413 |
Education in Stockdale
Students in Stockdale attend schools within the Stockdale Independent School District. The local high school is Stockdale High School, and its sports teams are known as the Brahmas.
See also
In Spanish: Stockdale (Texas) para niños
