Morgan, Texas

Morgan, Texas

According to collegesanduniversitiesinusa.com, Morgan, Texas is a small city located in the central part of the state. It has a population of about 7,000 and is located about 40 miles from Austin. The geography of Morgan is mostly flat with some rolling hills and small mountains near the northern border. The climate in Morgan is generally hot and dry during the summer months with moderate temperatures during the winter.

The history of Morgan dates back to 1845 when it was first established as a trading post along the Colorado River. Since then, it has grown into a thriving city with many businesses, schools, and other amenities. Politically, Morgan is part of Williamson County and is represented by both state and federal representatives in Congress.

Economically, Morgan relies heavily on agriculture as well as oil and gas production in order to stay afloat. The city also has some manufacturing industries that provide jobs for its citizens. Additionally, there are numerous small businesses throughout the town that generate economic activity for locals as well as visitors alike.

Morgan boasts some excellent schools including public elementary schools, middle schools, high schools, and colleges such as Texas A&M University-Central Texas located nearby in Killeen. Furthermore, there are several private school options available to families looking for an alternative education environment for their children.

Finally, landmarks such as The Colorado River Bridge which connects Morgan to other parts of Texas are what make this small town unique and charming. Other notable landmarks include The Old Town Square which hosts numerous festivals and events throughout the year such as music concerts or art walks; The Williamson County Historical Museum which houses artifacts from early settlers; or even the Southerland Cattle Ranch which offers horseback riding tours of its expansive land area near downtown Morgan.

Population: 485. Estimated population in July 2020: 518 (+6.8% change)
Males: 253 (52.2%), Females: 232 (47.8%)

Bosque County

Zip code: 76671

Median resident age: 32.5 years
Median household income: $22,188
Median house value: $18,700

Races in Morgan:

  • White Non-Hispanic (59.2%)
  • Hispanic (35.3%)
  • Other race (16.7%)
  • American Indian (6.4%)
  • Two or more races (3.5%)
  • Black (0.8%)

(Total can be greater than 100% because Hispanics could be counted in other races)

Ancestries: United States (8.7%), Irish (6.4%), German (4.1%), Scotch-Irish (3.9%), English (2.7%), French (1.2%).

Elevation: 732 feet

Land area: 0.7 square miles

Morgan, Texas

Population

Morgan, Texas is a small rural town located in the northern part of the state. According to the 2010 census, Morgan has a population of 1,200 people. The majority of the population is white (about 95%), with African-Americans making up 3%, and other races accounting for 2%. The median age of residents in Morgan is 42 years old, which is slightly higher than the national average.

The majority of Morgan’s residents (about 80%) are employed in either agriculture or related industries such as ranching and logging. The remaining 20% are employed in other sectors such as retail and hospitality. Most people in Morgan are employed within a 10-mile radius of the town center. There are some small businesses located within the town limits as well, such as a grocery store and hardware store.

The public education system in Morgan consists of one elementary school, one middle school, and one high school. Most children attend these schools from kindergarten through 12th grade; however there are some who choose to attend private or parochial schools instead. There is also a college campus located about 30 miles away from Morgan that offers classes for students interested in pursuing higher education.

Morgan is home to several churches including Baptist, Methodist and Catholic churches that serve the spiritual needs of its citizens. The town also has several parks for outdoor recreation such as hiking trails and swimming pools which are popular amongst locals during summer months. Additionally there are several restaurants located within the town limits that offer traditional American cuisine as well as Mexican food options for those looking for something different from their regular fare.

For population 25 years and over in Morgan

  • High school or higher: 42.4%
  • Bachelor’s degree or higher: 1.9%
  • Graduate or professional degree: 1.9%
  • Unemployed: 6.0%
  • Mean travel time to work: 41.3 minutes

For population 15 years and over in Morgan city

  • Never married: 20.9%
  • Now married: 57.1%
  • Separated: 0.9%
  • Widowed: 11.8%
  • Divorced: 9.4%

14.0% Foreign born (14.0% Latin America).

Population change in the 1990s: +34 (+7.5%).

Hospitals

Hospitals/medical centers near Morgan:

  • GOODALL WITCHER HEALTHCARE FOUNDATION (about 17 miles; CLIFTON, TX)
  • LAKE WHITNEY MEDICAL CENTER (about 18 miles; WHITNEY, TX)
  • GLEN ROSE MEDICAL CENTER (about 19 miles; GLEN ROSE, TX)

Airports

Airports certified for carrier operations nearest to Morgan:

  • WACO REGIONAL (about 40 miles; WACO, TX; Abbreviation: ACT)
  • FORT WORTH NAS JRB/CARSWELL FIELD (about 53 miles; FORT WORTH, TX; Abbreviation: NFW)
  • FORT WORTH MEACHAM INTL (about 58 miles; FORT WORTH, TX; Abbreviation: FTW)

Other public-use airports nearest to Morgan:

  • CLIFTON MUNICIPAL/ISENHOWER FIELD (about 15 miles; CLIFTON, TX; Abbreviation: 7F7)
  • LAKE WHITNEY STATE PARK (about 20 miles; WHITNEY, TX; Abbreviation: F50)
  • LITTLE C RANCH (about 25 miles; HICO, TX; Abbreviation: 4T7)

Colleges and Universities

Colleges/universities with over 2000 students nearest to Morgan:

  • MCLENNAN COMMUNITY COLLEGE (about 42 miles; WACO, TX; Full-time enrollment: 3,658)
  • TARLETON STATE UNIVERSITY (about 44 miles; STEPHENVILLE, TX; Full-time enrollment: 6,068)
  • TEXAS STATE TECHNICAL COLLEGE-WACO (about 46 miles; WACO, TX; Full-time enrollment: 3,218)
  • BAYLOR UNIVERSITY (about 47 miles; WACO, TX; Full-time enrollment: 13,183)
  • TEXAS WESLEYAN UNIVERSITY (about 54 miles; FT WORTH, TX; Full-time enrollment: 2,403)
  • TARRANT COUNTY COLLEGE (about 55 miles; FT WORTH, TX; Full-time enrollment: 15,454)
  • TEXAS CHRISTIAN UNIVERSITY (about 57 miles; FT WORTH, TX; Full-time enrollment: 7,032)

Public primary/middle school in Morgan:

  • MORGAN SCHOOL (Students: 149; Location: 1306 CHARLES ST; Grades: PK – 12)