Point, Texas

Point, Texas

According to Searchforpublicschools, Point, Texas is located in the northeastern quadrant of the state and is part of the Dallas-Fort Worth metropolitan area. It has a humid subtropical climate with hot summers and mild winters. The city was founded in 1845 by two settlers who were looking for a place to establish a trading post. Point was incorporated in 1848 and has been growing ever since. Politically, Point is a reliably red city, having voted for the Republican candidate in every presidential election since 1980.

The economy of Point is largely driven by small businesses, such as restaurants, retail stores, and service providers. The city also has several large employers that provide jobs for many local residents. The educational system in Point consists of three public school districts as well as several private schools. There are also numerous universities nearby that offer higher education opportunities to students from all over Texas.

When it comes to landmarks in Point, there are plenty to choose from! One of the most famous attractions is the historic downtown square which features several unique shops and restaurants that have been around since the town’s founding days. Also located downtown is Point’s City Hall which houses all government offices and services for residents and visitors alike. Other notable landmarks include Point’s historic train station which was built during the late 1800s and still stands today; Stiles Park which offers plenty of outdoor activities such as hiking trails, picnic areas, playgrounds, and more; as well as many other points of interest like art galleries, museums, historical sites, parks & recreation areas, churches & religious centers, etc..

Population: 792. Estimated population in July 2020: 968 (+22.2% change)
Males: 391 (49.4%), Females: 401 (50.6%)

Rains County

Zip code: 75472

Median resident age: 33.2 years
Median household income: $25,417
Median house value: $36,600

Races in Point:

  • White Non-Hispanic (90.7%)
  • Hispanic (4.5%)
  • American Indian (2.7%)
  • Two or more races (1.9%)
  • Black (1.4%)
  • Other race (1.1%)

Ancestries: United States (31.2%), Irish (9.6%), German (6.2%), English (5.9%), Dutch (2.8%), Scotch-Irish (2.0%).

Land area: 2.8 square miles

Point, Texas

Population

Point, Texas is a small town located in the northeast corner of Texas. It has a population of about 2,000 people and covers an area of about 10 square miles. The population is mostly white, with a small African American, Hispanic and Native American population. The median age in Point is around 35 years old, with the majority of residents being between the ages of 25-44. About 45% of the population is married with children under 18 years old making up about 25% of the total population. The median household income for Point is around $45,000 per year and most residents work in either farming or retail jobs. The unemployment rate for Point is slightly higher than the state average at around 8%. Education levels are also slightly lower than state averages, with only 62% having graduated high school and only 16% having obtained a college degree or higher. Despite these numbers, there are still plenty of opportunities for employment in Point due to its proximity to larger cities such as Dallas and Plano which offer more job opportunities than smaller towns like Point. Additionally, many residents take advantage of local resources such as community college courses or job training programs to further their education and career aspirations. Overall, Point is a small but thriving community filled with friendly people who are proud to call this town their home.

For population 25 years and over in Point

  • High school or higher: 62.9%
  • Bachelor’s degree or higher: 8.2%
  • Graduate or professional degree: 0.8%
  • Unemployed: 7.4%
  • Mean travel time to work: 34.5 minutes

For population 15 years and over in Point city

  • Never married: 17.7%
  • Now married: 58.4%
  • Separated: 3.6%
  • Widowed: 8.0%
  • Divorced: 12.3%

1.5% Foreign born

Population change in the 1990s: +146 (+22.6%).

Hospitals

Hospitals/medical centers near Point:

  • COZBY GERMANY HOSPIAL (about 22 miles; GRAND SALINE, TX)
  • GLEN OAKS HOSPITAL (about 23 miles; GREENVILLE, TX)
  • PRESBYTERIAN HOSPITAL OF GREENVILLE (about 23 miles; GREENVILLE, TX)

Airports

Airports certified for carrier operations nearest to Point:

  • TYLER POUNDS RGNL (about 52 miles; TYLER, TX; Abbreviation: TYR)
  • COX FLD (about 57 miles; PARIS, TX; Abbreviation: PRX)
  • DALLAS LOVE FIELD (about 69 miles; DALLAS, TX; Abbreviation: DAL)

Other public-use airports nearest to Point:

  • TAYLOR (about 15 miles; QUINLAN, TX; Abbreviation: T14)
  • MAJORS (about 16 miles; GREENVILLE, TX; Abbreviation: GVT)
  • WILLS POINT MUNI (about 20 miles; WILLS POINT, TX; Abbreviation: 76F)

Colleges and Universities

Colleges/universities with over 2000 students nearest to Point:

  • TEXAS A & M UNIVERSITY-COMMERCE (about 22 miles; COMMERCE, TX; Full-time enrollment: 4,998)
  • TYLER JUNIOR COLLEGE (about 42 miles; TYLER, TX; Full-time enrollment: 5,872)
  • TRINITY VALLEY COMMUNITY COLLEGE (about 52 miles; ATHENS, TX; Full-time enrollment: 2,858)
  • EASTFIELD COLLEGE (about 54 miles; MESQUITE, TX; Full-time enrollment: 4,457)
  • THE UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT TYLER (about 58 miles; TYLER, TX; Full-time enrollment: 2,433)
  • COLLIN COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE-CENTRAL PARK (about 59 miles; MCKINNEY, TX; Full-time enrollment: 7,514)
  • RICHLAND COLLEGE (about 60 miles; DALLAS, TX; Full-time enrollment: 7,352)