Watauga, Texas facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Watauga, Texas
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City Hall facing north on 24 March 2016.
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Location within Tarrant County and Texas
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Texas |
| County |  Tarrant |
| Government | |
| • Type | Home Rule (Mayor-Council-Manager) |
| Area | |
| • Total | 4.16 sq mi (10.77 km2) |
| • Land | 4.16 sq mi (10.77 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 607 ft (185 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 23,650 |
| • Density | 5,685/sq mi (2,195.9/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP codes |
76148, 76137
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| Area code(s) | 817, 682 |
| FIPS code | 48-76672 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2412191 |
| Website | ci.Watauga.TX.us |
Watauga is a city in Tarrant County, Texas, United States. It's like a neighbor to the bigger city of Fort Worth. In 2020, about 23,650 people lived here. Many of the city's shops and businesses are found along Highway 377.
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History of Watauga
The first people to settle in Tarrant County arrived in 1843. In 1881, the Texas and Pacific Railway built tracks through what is now Watauga. This helped a community of large farms and ranches grow.
The name "Watauga" comes from an old settlement. This settlement was formed before the American Revolutionary War in East Tennessee. It was near the Watauga River.
In 1883, Watauga got its own railroad station and a post office. By the mid-1930s and 1940s, the population was only 65 people. The railroad station had also closed. However, the population grew a lot in the 1960s. This was because of new defense factories. The number of people living in Watauga went over 1,000. It kept growing to 7,050 by 1976, and then to 20,000 by 1990.
Geography and Location
Watauga covers an area of about 4.2 square miles (10.8 square kilometers). All of this area is land.
The city is surrounded by other cities:
- Keller is to the north.
- Fort Worth is to the west.
- Haltom City is to the southwest.
- North Richland Hills is to the south and east.
Most of Watauga is located east of US 377. However, a small part of the city, including some homes and city offices, extends west of this highway.
Who Lives in Watauga?
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1970 | 3,778 | — | |
| 1980 | 10,284 | 172.2% | |
| 1990 | 20,009 | 94.6% | |
| 2000 | 21,908 | 9.5% | |
| 2010 | 23,497 | 7.3% | |
| 2020 | 23,650 | 0.7% | |
| 2021 (est.) | 23,313 | −0.8% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census | |||
The table below shows the different groups of people living in Watauga in 2020.
| Race | Number of People | Percentage |
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| White (NH) | 13,316 | 56.3% |
| Black or African American (NH) | 1,461 | 6.18% |
| Native American or Alaska Native (NH) | 103 | 0.44% |
| Asian (NH) | 1,461 | 6.18% |
| Pacific Islander (NH) | 108 | 0.46% |
| Some Other Race (NH) | 119 | 0.5% |
| Mixed/Multi-Racial (NH) | 1,103 | 4.66% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 5,979 | 25.28% |
| Total | 23,650 |
In 2020, there were 23,650 people living in Watauga. These people made up 7,827 households. About 6,100 families lived in the city.
Economy and Jobs
The economy of Watauga includes many different businesses. These businesses provide jobs for people in the city.
Top Employers in Watauga
Here are some of the biggest employers in Watauga, based on a 2022 report:
| # | Employer | Number of Employees |
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| 1 | Birdville ISD | 243 |
| 2 | Target | 200 |
| 3 | City of Watauga | 208 |
| 4 | North Pointe Health & Rehab | 89 |
| 5 | Albertson's | 85 |
| 6 | Keller ISD | 68 |
| 7 | Cotton Patch Cafe | 65 |
| 8 | Fresco's | 40 |
| 9 | Chili's | 30 |
| 10 | Fitness Now | 30 |
Fun Things to Do
Watauga has several places for fun and learning:
- Capp Smith Park: A great place to enjoy the outdoors.
- Watauga Pavilion: A community space for events.
- Watauga Public Library: A place to read, learn, and explore.
Schools in Watauga
Students in Watauga attend schools from two different school districts:
- Most of the city is served by the Birdville ISD.
- The northwestern part of the city is served by the Keller ISD.
Transportation
The main road that goes through Watauga is U.S. Route 377. This highway helps people travel in and out of the city.
Images for kids
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City Hall facing north on 24 March 2016.
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Location within Tarrant County and Texas
See also
In Spanish: Watauga (Texas) para niños
