Toco, Texas facts for kids
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Toco, Texas
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| Country | United States |
| State | Texas |
| County | Lamar |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.17 sq mi (0.44 km2) |
| • Land | 0.17 sq mi (0.44 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 568 ft (173 m) |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 91 |
| • Density | 535/sq mi (207/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| FIPS code | 48-73196 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2412073 |
Toco is a small city in Lamar County, Texas, United States. In 2020, about 91 people lived there.
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Where is Toco Located?
Toco is in the middle-west part of Lamar County. A main road, U.S. Route 82, runs along its southern edge. This road goes about 5 miles east to Paris, which is the main town of the county. It also goes about 16 miles west to Honey Grove.
The city covers a total area of about 0.17 square miles (0.44 square kilometers). Most of this area is land. A very small part, less than 1%, is water. The water in Toco flows east into the South Branch of Pine Creek. This creek eventually flows into the Red River.
How Many People Live in Toco?
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1980 | 164 | — | |
| 1990 | 127 | −22.6% | |
| 2000 | 89 | −29.9% | |
| 2010 | 75 | −15.7% | |
| 2020 | 91 | 21.3% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census | |||
Toco's Population Over Time
The number of people living in Toco has changed over the years. In 1980, there were 164 residents. By 2010, the population had dropped to 75. However, it grew again to 91 people by 2020.
Who Lives in Toco?
In 2020, there were 91 people living in Toco. These people made up 40 households and 28 families.
Here's a look at the different groups of people in Toco in 2020:
| Group | Number | Percentage |
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| White (not Hispanic) | 14 | 15.38% |
| Black or African American (not Hispanic) | 56 | 61.54% |
| Native American or Alaska Native (not Hispanic) | 2 | 2.2% |
| Mixed/Multi-Racial (not Hispanic) | 6 | 6.59% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 13 | 14.29% |
| Total | 91 |
In 2000, there were 89 people in Toco. About 18% were White, and 76% were African American. A small number were Native American or from other backgrounds. About 3% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
The average household in Toco had about 2.6 people. The average family had about 3 people.
Age Groups in Toco
In 2000, the population of Toco was spread across different age groups:
- About 28% of residents were under 18 years old.
- About 7% were between 18 and 24 years old.
- About 20% were between 25 and 44 years old.
- About 29% were between 45 and 64 years old.
- About 16% were 65 years old or older.
The average age of people in Toco was 43 years old.
Education in Toco
The Chisum Independent School District serves the city of Toco. This means that students in Toco attend schools within this district. Also, all of Lamar County, including Toco, is part of the service area for Paris Junior College. This college provides higher education opportunities for local residents.
Famous People from Toco
- Rocky Thompson was a professional golfer. He was also a former mayor of Toco.
See also
In Spanish: Toco (Texas) para niños
