Winnsboro, Texas facts for kids
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Winnsboro, Texas
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Location of Winnsboro, Texas
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| Country | United States |
| State | Texas |
| Counties | Wood, Franklin |
| Area | |
| • Total | 3.76 sq mi (9.73 km2) |
| • Land | 3.74 sq mi (9.69 km2) |
| • Water | 0.01 sq mi (0.04 km2) |
| Elevation | 509 ft (155 m) |
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| • Total | 3,455 |
| • Density | 918.9/sq mi (355.09/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
75494
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| Area code(s) | 430, 903 |
| FIPS code | 48-79816 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2412285 |
Winnsboro is a city located in the northeastern part of Texas, United States. It sits across two counties: Franklin and Wood. The city is north of Tyler.
In 2020, about 3,455 people lived in Winnsboro. The city started to be settled in the 1850s. A post office was set up there between 1854 and 1855.
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Winnsboro's Location and Area
Winnsboro is found in the northeastern part of Wood County and the southwestern part of Franklin County. This area is known as Northeast Texas.
The city covers a total area of about 3.76 square miles (9.73 square kilometers). Most of this area, about 3.74 square miles (9.69 square kilometers), is land. A very small part, about 0.01 square miles (0.04 square kilometers), is water.
About three-quarters of Winnsboro, including its downtown area, is in Wood County. The rest of the city is in Franklin County.
Main Roads in Winnsboro
Several important roads pass through Winnsboro. Texas State Highway 11 goes through the city as Broadway Street. This highway leads east to Pittsburg and northwest to Sulphur Springs.
Highway 37, also known as Main Street, crosses Highway 11 in the middle of town. Highway 37 goes north to Mount Vernon and southwest to Mineola. You can reach Tyler by taking Highway 37 south.
Winnsboro's Weather
The weather in Winnsboro has hot and humid summers. The winters are usually mild to cool. This type of weather is called a humid subtropical climate. On climate maps, it's often marked as Cfa.
Population and People of Winnsboro
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1890 | 388 | — | |
| 1900 | 899 | 131.7% | |
| 1910 | 1,741 | 93.7% | |
| 1920 | 2,184 | 25.4% | |
| 1930 | 1,905 | −12.8% | |
| 1940 | 2,092 | 9.8% | |
| 1950 | 2,512 | 20.1% | |
| 1960 | 2,675 | 6.5% | |
| 1970 | 3,064 | 14.5% | |
| 1980 | 3,458 | 12.9% | |
| 1990 | 2,904 | −16.0% | |
| 2000 | 3,584 | 23.4% | |
| 2010 | 3,252 | −9.3% | |
| 2020 | 3,455 | 6.2% | |
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The population of Winnsboro has changed over the years. In 1890, there were only 388 people. By 2020, the population had grown to 3,455 people.
| Group | Number of People | Percentage |
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| White (NH) | 2,694 | 77.97% |
| Black or African American (NH) | 121 | 3.5% |
| Native American (NH) | 23 | 0.67% |
| Asian (NH) | 29 | 0.84% |
| Other Race (NH) | 19 | 0.55% |
| Mixed/Multi-Racial (NH) | 147 | 4.25% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 422 | 12.21% |
| Total | 3,455 |
In 2020, there were 3,455 people living in Winnsboro. There were 1,083 households and 677 families in the city.
Education in Winnsboro
Students in Winnsboro attend schools that are part of the Winnsboro Independent School District. This district manages the public schools in the area.
Winnsboro Public Library
The Gilbreath Memorial Library is located at 916 N. Main Street. This library serves not just Winnsboro, but also the surrounding Franklin, Hopkins, and Wood counties. It's a great place to find books and information.
Local News and Media
The local newspaper for Winnsboro is called the Winnsboro News. It provides news and updates for the community.
See also
In Spanish: Winnsboro (Texas) para niños
