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Paint Rock is a town located in Concho County, Texas. As of the 2000 census, the town had a total population of 320. It is the county seat of Concho County6.
Geography
Paint Rock is located at 31°30′28″ North, 99°55′24″ West (31.507777, -99.923277)1.
According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 4.3 km˛ (1.7 mi˛), all of it land.
Demographics
As of the census2 of 2000, there are 320 people, 110 households, and 83 families residing in the town. The population density is 74.4/km˛ (192.7/mi˛). There are 126 housing units at an average density of 29.3/km˛ (75.9/mi˛). The racial makeup of the town is 77.19% White, none Black or African American, 2.81% Native American, none Asian or Pacific Islander, 19.69% from other races, and 0.31% from two or more races. 28.44% of the population are Hispanic or Latino of any race.
Palestine (pronounced PAL-es-teen) is a city located in Anderson County, Texas. As of the 2000 census, the city had a total population of 17,598. It is the county seat of Anderson County6 and is situated in East Texas. Palestine was named for Palestine, Illinois, the home of an early settler. It is the home of the National Scientific Balloon Facility.
Palestine entered the news in February, 2003, as one of the East Texas towns that received much of the Space Shuttle Columbia disaster debris.
Geography
Palestine is located at 31°45′29″ North, 95°38′19″ West (31.757925, -95.638473)1.
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 46.3 km˛ (17.9 mi˛). 45.8 km˛ (17.7 mi˛) of it is land and 0.5 km˛ (0.2 mi˛) of it is water. The total area is 1.01% water.
Demographics
As of the census2 of 2000, there are 17,598 people, 6,641 households, and 4,582 families residing in the city. The population density is 383.9/km˛ (994.3/mi˛). There are 7,668 housing units at an average density of 167.3/km˛ (433.2/mi˛). The racial makeup of the city is 64.60% White, 24.77% African American, 0.49% Native American, 0.79% Asian, 0.07% Pacific Islander, 7.90% from other races, and 1.37% from two or more races. 14.88% of the population are Hispanic or Latino of any race.
Pampa is a city located in Gray County, Texas. As of the 2000 census, the city had a total population of 17,887. It is the county seat of Gray County6.
Geography
Pampa is located at 35°32′35″ North, 100°57′53″ West (35.543005, -100.964744)1.
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 22.6 km˛ (8.7 mi˛). 22.6 km˛ (8.7 mi˛) of it is land and none of the area is covered with water.
Demographics
As of the census2 of 2000, there are 17,887 people, 7,387 households, and 5,074 families residing in the city. The population density is 791.1/km˛ (2,050.0/mi˛). There are 8,785 housing units at an average density of 388.5/km˛ (1,006.8/mi˛). The racial makeup of the city is 83.69% White, 3.85% African American, 1.07% Native American, 0.41% Asian, 0.03% Pacific Islander, 8.22% from other races, and 2.73% from two or more races. 13.72% of the population are Hispanic or Latino of any race.
Paris is a city located in Lamar County, Texas situated in East Texas, specifically Northeast Texas, at the western edge of the Piney Woods. Physiographically, these regions are part of the West Gulf Coastal Plain. As of the 2000 census, the population of the city is 25,898. It is the county seat of Lamar County, Texas.
FIPS code 55080
Location: 33.66664 N, 95.54762 W
Population (1990): 24699 (11191 housing units)
Area: 70.4 km˛ (land), 4.3 km˛ (water)
Zip code(s): 75460, 75461, 75462
The city inspired the title of the movie Paris, Texas, although none of its scenes are actually set in Paris, Texas and no scenes were shot there.
Recognizing its connection to Paris, France, the city celebrates Bastille Day every July 14. It has been called the “Second Largest Paris in the World,” and to this end even has a duplicate of the Eiffel Tower, which is now capped by a giant red cowboy hat. The current tower is at least the second Eiffel tower built in Paris. The first was constructed of wood, but was destroyed by a tornado.
It is governed by a city council as specified in the city’s charter adopted in 1948. It has fewer than 100 police officers, and fewer than 100 fire fighters. It is not in an earthquake zone, as evidenced by its rating as a Risk Zone 1 which is the lowest rating in earthquake potential.
Parker is a city located in Collin County, Texas. As of the 2000 census, the city had a total population of 1,379.
Geography
Parker is located at 33°3′25″ North, 96°37′17″ West (33.056914, -96.621268)1.
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 13.4 km˛ (5.2 mi˛). 13.4 km˛ (5.2 mi˛) of it is land and none of the area is covered with water.
Demographics
As of the census2 of 2000, there are 1,379 people, 485 households, and 430 families residing in the city. The population density is 102.6/km˛ (265.9/mi˛). There are 505 housing units at an average density of 37.6/km˛ (97.4/mi˛). The racial makeup of the city is 90.07% White, 2.10% African American, 0.94% Native American, 1.38% Asian, 0.07% Pacific Islander, 3.05% from other races, and 2.39% from two or more races. 7.32% of the population are Hispanic or Latino of any race.
Pasadena is a city southeast of Houston in Harris County, Texas. It was founded in 1893 by John H. Burnett of Galveston, Texas. At the time of its founding, the land’s lush vegetation inspired Burnett to name the city after Pasadena, California.
Overview
Pasadena is the largest suburb anchoring the Houston Metropolitan Area. As of the U.S. Census 2000, the city had a total population of 141,674. The city’s employment is closely linked to the nearby Houston Ship Channel and its related industrial districts, as well as the National Aeronautics and Space Administration’s Lyndon B. Johnson Space Center in the nearby Clear Lake area. Because of its location near the enormous amount of refineries that dot the ship channel (which help to make Houston’s petrochemical complex the largest in the nation), Pasadena has been dubbed by locals with the nickname “Stinkadena,” though many of the refineries that give the city its moniker are in fact located in Houston proper.
Pasadena was enshrined in film history when John Travolta, Debra Winger and others descended on the city to film the 1980 hit movie Urban Cowboy, which depicted life and young love in Pasadena. The film centered around the city’s enormous honky-tonk bar Gilley’s, which was owned by country music star Mickey Gilley. In 1989 Gilley’s burned down, but the building’s shell is still standing (the old sign can be found at the Cowboy Ranch, a local restaurant). Gilley still makes his home in Pasadena.
Pearland is a city located in Texas, partially in Brazoria County and partially in Harris County. As of the 2000 census, the city had a total population of 37,640.
On December 14, 2000, members of the Texas 7 robbed a Radio Shack in Pearland. They would pick up some tools that would help them pull off their infamous Christmas Eve robbery in Irving, Texas.
Geography
Pearland is located at 29°33′16″ North, 95°17′45″ West (29.554349, -95.295959)1.
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 101.9 km˛ (39.4 mi˛). 101.9 km˛ (39.3 mi˛) of it is land and 0.1 km˛ (0.04 mi˛) of it is water. The total area is 0.08% water.
Demographics
As of the census2 of 2000, there are 37,640 people, 13,192 households, and 10,659 families residing in the city. The population density is 369.5/km˛ (957.0/mi˛). There are 13,922 housing units at an average density of 136.7/km˛ (354.0/mi˛). The racial makeup of the city is 82.62% White, 5.33% African American, 0.42% Native American, 3.65% Asian, 0.04% Pacific Islander, 6.12% from other races, and 1.82% from two or more races. 16.22% of the population are Hispanic or Latino of any race.
Pecos is a city located in Reeves County, Texas. As of the 2000 census, the city had a total population of 9,501. It is the county seat of Reeves County6.
Geography
Pecos is located at 31°24′56″ North, 103°29′60″ West (31.415417, -103.499955)1.
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 18.9 km˛ (7.3 mi˛). 18.9 km˛ (7.3 mi˛) of it is land and none of the area is covered with water.
Demographics
As of the census2 of 2000, there are 9,501 people, 3,168 households, and 2,455 families residing in the city. The population density is 501.8/km˛ (1,300.1/mi˛). There are 3,681 housing units at an average density of 194.4/km˛ (503.7/mi˛). The racial makeup of the city is 76.32% White, 2.45% African American, 0.46% Native American, 0.47% Asian, 0.01% Pacific Islander, 18.06% from other races, and 2.22% from two or more races. 79.57% of the population are Hispanic or Latino of any race.
Perryton is a city located in Ochiltree County, Texas. As of the 2000 census, the city had a total population of 7,774. It is the county seat of Ochiltree County6.
Geography
Perryton is located at 36°23′30″ North, 100°48′22″ West (36.391752, -100.806109)1.
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 11.6 km˛ (4.5 mi˛). 11.5 km˛ (4.4 mi˛) of it is land and 0.1 km˛ (0.04 mi˛) of it is water. The total area is 0.45% water.
Demographics
As of the census2 of 2000, there are 7,774 people, 2,785 households, and 2,113 families residing in the city. The population density is 677.6/km˛ (1,753.2/mi˛). There are 3,180 housing units at an average density of 277.2/km˛ (717.2/mi˛). The racial makeup of the city is 85.23% White, 0.15% African American, 0.98% Native American, 0.40% Asian, 0.01% Pacific Islander, 11.10% from other races, and 2.12% from two or more races. 34.13% of the population are Hispanic or Latino of any race.
Pflugerville is a city located in Travis County, Texas. As of the 2000 census, the city had a total population of 16,335.
Geography
Pflugerville is located at 30°26′46″ North, 97°37′26″ West (30.446122, -97.623989)1.
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 29.4 km˛ (11.3 mi˛). None of the area is covered with water.
Demographics
As of the census2 of 2000, there are 16,335 people, 5,146 households, and 4,425 families residing in the city. The population density is 556.2/km˛ (1,440.6/mi˛). There are 5,239 housing units at an average density of 178.4/km˛ (462.0/mi˛). The racial makeup of the city is 77.18% White, 9.46% African American, 0.24% Native American, 4.31% Asian, 0.09% Pacific Islander, 5.99% from other races, and 2.74% from two or more races. 16.69% of the population are Hispanic or Latino of any race.
Pharr is a city located in Hidalgo County, Texas. As of the 2000 census, the city had a total population of 46,660.
Geography
Pharr is located at 26°12′23″ North, 98°11′7″ West (26.206334, -98.185174)1.
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 53.9 km˛ (20.8 mi˛). 53.9 km˛ (20.8 mi˛) of it is land and 0.05% is water.
Demographics
As of the census2 of 2000, there are 46,660 people, 12,798 households, and 10,878 families residing in the city. The population density is 864.9/km˛ (2,240.2/mi˛). There are 16,537 housing units at an average density of 306.5/km˛ (794.0/mi˛). The racial makeup of the city is 79.46% White, 0.24% African American, 0.72% Native American, 0.23% Asian, 0.03% Pacific Islander, 17.29% from other races, and 2.04% from two or more races. 90.62% of the population are Hispanic or Latino of any race.
Pittsburg is a city located in Camp County, Texas. As of the 2000 census, the city had a total population of 4,347. It is the county seat of Camp County6.
Geography
Pittsburg is located at 32°59′49″ North, 94°58′5″ West (32.997029, -94.968044)1.
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 8.7 km˛ (3.3 mi˛). 8.7 km˛ (3.3 mi˛) of it is land and none of the area is covered with water.
Demographics
As of the census2 of 2000, there are 4,347 people, 1,593 households, and 1,056 families residing in the city. The population density is 502.5/km˛ (1,301.9/mi˛). There are 1,779 housing units at an average density of 205.7/km˛ (532.8/mi˛). The racial makeup of the city is 54.50% White, 27.97% African American, 0.30% Native American, 0.16% Asian, 0.05% Pacific Islander, 15.76% from other races, and 1.27% from two or more races. 23.86% of the population are Hispanic or Latino of any race.
Plainview is a city located in Hale County, Texas. As of the 2000 census, the city had a total population of 22,336. It is the county seat of Hale County6.
Geography
Plainview is located at 34°11′28″ North, 101°43′8″ West (34.191204, -101.718806)1.
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 35.7 km˛ (13.8 mi˛). 35.7 km˛ (13.8 mi˛) of it is land and none of the area is covered with water.
Demographics
As of the census2 of 2000, there are 22,336 people, 7,626 households, and 5,666 families residing in the city. The population density is 625.8/km˛ (1,621.0/mi˛). There are 8,471 housing units at an average density of 237.3/km˛ (614.8/mi˛). The racial makeup of the city is 63.21% White, 5.87% African American, 1.13% Native American, 0.43% Asian, 0.06% Pacific Islander, 26.53% from other races, and 2.77% from two or more races. 49.83% of the population are Hispanic or Latino of any race.
Plano is a northern suburb of Dallas, Texas located in Collin County, Texas. As of the 2000 census, the city had a total population of 222,030, making it the ninth largest city in Texas. Plano is the home to many corporate headquarters, including Beal Financial Corporation, Dr Pepper, Electronic Data Systems, Frito Lay and JCPenney.
History
In the early 1840s, several settlers came to the area around Plano. Several nearby facilities including a sawmill, gristmill and a store brought more people to the area. Mail service was established and after rejecting several names for the budding town (including naming it in honor of then-President Millard Fillmore), the locals suggested the name Plano, which they incorrectly believed to be the Spanish word for “plain,” a reference to the terrain of the area (the actual word for plain in the Spanish language is llano). The name was accepted by the Post Office and Plano was born.
In 1872, the completion of the Houston and Texas Railroad helped to grow the city, increasing the population to more than 500 by 1874. In 1873, the city officially incorporated.
In 1881, a fire raged through the central business district, destroying most of the buildings: 51 in all. However, the town rebuilt itself and business again flourished through the 1880s.
Plum Grove is a city located in Liberty County, Texas. As of the 2000 census, the city had a total population of 930.
Geography
Plum Grove is located at 30°12′26″ North, 95°5′29″ West (30.207185, -95.091518)1.
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 18.9 km˛ (7.3 mi˛). 18.9 km˛ (7.3 mi˛) of it is land and none of the area is covered with water.
Demographics
As of the census2 of 2000, there are 930 people, 284 households, and 230 families residing in the city. The population density is 49.1/km˛ (127.2/mi˛). There are 314 housing units at an average density of 16.6/km˛ (42.9/mi˛). The racial makeup of the city is 91.29% White, 0.75% African American, 0.32% Native American, 0.22% Asian, 0.00% Pacific Islander, 5.38% from other races, and 2.04% from two or more races. 8.60% of the population are Hispanic or Latino of any race.
Ponder is a town located in Denton County, Texas. As of the 2000 census, the town had a total population of 507.
Geography
Ponder is located at 33°10′47″ North, 97°17′9″ West (33.179741, -97.285805)1.
According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 8.2 km˛ (3.2 mi˛). 8.2 km˛ (3.2 mi˛) of it is land and none of the area is covered with water.
Demographics
As of the census2 of 2000, there are 507 people, 191 households, and 148 families residing in the town. The population density is 61.8/km˛ (159.7/mi˛). There are 205 housing units at an average density of 25.0/km˛ (64.6/mi˛). The racial makeup of the town is 94.08% White, 0.99% African American, 0.20% Native American, 0.39% Asian, 0.00% Pacific Islander, 2.37% from other races, and 1.97% from two or more races. 5.52% of the population are Hispanic or Latino of any race.
Port Aransas is a city located in Nueces County, Texas. As of the 2000 census, the city had a total population of 3,370 and located approximately six miles from the City of Aransas Pass.
Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 31.3 km˛ (12.1 mi˛). 22.8 km˛ (8.8 mi˛) of it is land and 8.4 km˛ (3.3 mi˛) of it is water. The total area is 27.01% water.
Port Aransas is located at 27°49′39″ North, 97°4′20″ West (27.827373, -97.072205)1.
Demographics
As of the census2 of 2000, there are 3,370 people, 1,542 households, and 993 families residing in the city. The population density is 147.7/km˛ (382.5/mi˛). There are 3,794 housing units at an average density of 166.3/km˛ (430.6/mi˛). The racial makeup of the city is 93.92% White, 0.42% African American, 1.25% Native American, 0.86% Asian, 0.03% Pacific Islander, 2.17% from other races, and 1.36% from two or more races. 6.08% of the population are Hispanic or Latino of any race.
Port Arthur is a city located in Jefferson County, and is situated in East Texas. As of the 2000 census, the city had a total population of 57,755.
The Southeast Texas Regional Airport in Nederland, Texas serves Beaumont, Texas and Port Arthur.
Port Arthur is the native town of Olympic gold medallist and champion golfer Babe Didrikson Zaharias.
Geography
Port Arthur is located on the western bank of Sabine Lake. The Rainbow Bridge across the Neches River connects Port Arthur to Bridge City.
The Gulf Intracoastal Waterway runs past the city, separated from Sabine Lake by Pleasure Island. The 18.5 mile man-made island was created from dredged material from 1899 and 1908 Corps of Engineers projects.
Port Arthur is located at 29°53′6″ North, 93°56′24″ West (29.884864, -93.939902)1.
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 372.3 km˛ (143.8 mi˛). 214.8 km˛ (82.9 mi˛) of it is land and 157.6 km˛ (60.8 mi˛) of it is water. The total area is 42.32% water.
Port Lavaca is a city located in Calhoun County, Texas. As of the 2000 census, the city had a total population of 12,035. It is the county seat of Calhoun County6.
Geography
The city of Port Lavaca is located on Lavaca Bay, the western extension of Matagorda Bay.
Port Lavaca is located at 28°36′56″ North, 96°37′47″ West (28.615635, -96.629741)1.
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 35.3 km˛ (13.6 mi˛). 25.4 km˛ (9.8 mi˛) of it is land and 10.0 km˛ (3.8 mi˛) of it is water. The total area is 28.23% water.
Demographics
As of the census2 of 2000, there are 12,035 people, 4,189 households, and 3,133 families residing in the city. The population density is 474.6/km˛ (1,229.9/mi˛). There are 4,791 housing units at an average density of 188.9/km˛ (489.6/mi˛). The racial makeup of the city is 71.95% White, 4.05% African American, 0.47% Native American, 3.96% Asian, 0.08% Pacific Islander, 16.92% from other races, and 2.58% from two or more races. 52.11% of the population are Hispanic or Latino of any race.
Portland is a city located in Texas. As of the 2000 census, the city had a total population of 14,827.
Geography
Portland is located at 27°52′59″ North, 97°19′14″ West (27.883117, -97.320466)1.
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 24.9 km˛ (9.6 mi˛). 18.1 km˛ (7.0 mi˛) of it is land and 6.8 km˛ (2.6 mi˛) of it is water. The total area is 27.44% water.
Demographics
As of the census2 of 2000, there are 14,827 people, 5,021 households, and 4,051 families residing in the city. The population density is 820.2/km˛ (2,125.5/mi˛). There are 5,351 housing units at an average density of 296.0/km˛ (767.1/mi˛). The racial makeup of the city is 83.79% White, 4.11% African American, 0.57% Native American, 1.05% Asian, 0.20% Pacific Islander, 7.43% from other races, and 2.84% from two or more races. 26.10% of the population are Hispanic or Latino of any race.
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