35-603: Nolanville is a city in Bell County , Texas , United States. The population was 5,917 at the 2020 census . It is part of the Killeen – Temple – Fort Cavazos Metropolitan Statistical Area . Nolanville reached its peak as a town between 1890 and 1900, when it went into a holding pattern. A weekly newspaper, the Item , was started by 1896. The first telephone service in Nolanville
70-555: A family was $ 38,045. Males had a median income of $ 26,490 versus $ 21,970 for females. The per capita income for the city was $ 14,163. About 9.9% of families and 12.3% of the population were below the poverty line , including 16.5% of those under age 18 and 11.9% of those age 65 or over. Nolanville is served by the Killeen Independent School District . Nolanville has two elementary schools. (Nolanville and Richard E Cavazos) Bell County, Texas Bell County
105-406: A female householder with no husband present, and 27.50% were not families. About 22.30% of all households were made up of individuals, and 6.50% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.68 and the average family size was 3.14. As of the 2010 census , about 3.6 same-sex couples per 1,000 households were in the county. In the county, the population
140-399: A median income of $ 28,031 versus $ 22,364 for females. The per capita income for the county was $ 17,219. About 9.70% of families and 12.10% of the population were below the poverty line , including 16.30% of those under age 18 and 9.80% of those age 65 or over. Bell County is served by several school districts: Areas in the boundary of Central Texas College 's service area, as defined by
175-559: A military training base. It drew recruits from across the country. The postwar period was one of suburbanization in many areas. In 1954, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled in Brown v. Board of Education that racial segregation in public schools, supported by all the taxpayers, was unconstitutional. Two years later, the Killeen school board voted to integrate the local high school. . The state founded Central Texas College in 1965 in Killeen. Since
210-414: A new two-story brick school was built, and in 1938, the original part of the present school plant was built. By the mid-1940s, the community had 150 to 200 residents, but began to decline after the end of World War II. After dropping to 50 inhabitants in the 1950s, the town began to revive in the 1960s and had 200 residents and six businesses when it incorporated on March 27, 1961. By the late 1960s Nolanville
245-459: Is a county in the U.S. state of Texas . It is in Central Texas and its county seat is Belton . As of the 2020 census , its population was 370,647. Bell County is part of the Killeen – Temple , Texas, Metropolitan Statistical Area . The county was founded in 1850 and is named for Peter Hansborough Bell , the third governor of Texas . In 2010, the center of population of Texas
280-494: Is covered by water. The climate in this area is characterized by hot, humid summers and generally mild to cool winters. According to the Köppen climate classification system, Nolanville is in the Cfa climate group ( humid subtropical climate ) on climate maps. As of the 2020 United States census , there were 5,917 people, 2,009 households, and 1,417 families residing in the city. As of
315-447: Is often difficult, since methodologies, definitions and data quality can vary greatly. Since the 1990s, the OECD has conducted regular surveys among its 38 member countries using a standardized methodology and set of questions. Per capita income is often used to measure a sector's average income and compare the wealth of different populations. Per capita income is also often used to measure
350-539: The Luby's shooting , George Hennard murdered 23 people and wounded 27 others before killing himself. It was the deadliest mass shooting in the United States at the time. In the 2009 Fort Hood shooting , Army major Nidal Hasan murdered 13 people and wounded 30 others before being paralyzed in return fire. In the 2014 Fort Hood shootings , Army Specialist Ivan Lopez murdered three people and wounded 16 others. According to
385-502: The U.S. Census Bureau , the county has a total area of 1,088 square miles (2,820 km ), of which 1,051 square miles (2,720 km ) are land and 37 square miles (96 km ) (3.4%) are covered by water. As of the census of 2010, 310,235 people, 114,035 households, and 80,449 families resided in the county. The population density was 295.2 people per square mile (114.0 people/km ). The 125,470 housing units averaged 88 units per square mile (34/km ). The racial makeup of
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#1732854637776420-463: The census of 2000, 2,150 people, 781 households, and 582 families resided in the city. The population density was 850.0 inhabitants per square mile (328.2/km). The 907 housing units averaged 358.6/sq mi (138.4/km). The racial makeup of the city was 78.74% White, 7.77% African American, 1.30% Native American, 1.16% Asian, 0.19% Pacific Islander, 7.26% from other races, and 3.58% from two or more races. Hispanics or Latinos of any race were 17.40% of
455-543: The 2010 census. The city became home rule in the 2011 election. The city motto is "A Great Place to Live." Demographics suggest a high number of youth live in the city. Nolanville is a common starting point for endurance bicycling and running. Special events include the Annual Fox Trot 5K and Train Whistle Jamboree. Nolanville is located in west-central Bell County and is bordered by the city of Harker Heights on
490-603: The Belton and Temple Interurban electric railway was completed, providing service between the cities. During the 1920s, the Ku Klux Klan underwent a revival in Bell County. In many areas, it was concentrated on nativist issues, opposing Catholic and Jewish immigration from eastern and southern Europe. After a scandal involving the leader of the KKK, the group's influence declined markedly by
525-504: The Bruceville-Eddy ISD and Moody ISD areas. These major highways run through Bell County: The Hill Country Transit District operates a regularly scheduled fixed-route bus service within the urban areas of Killeen and Temple, as well as a paratransit service throughout the county. Amtrak also has scheduled service to Temple. Politically, Bell County tends to support Republican Party candidates for office. It has voted for
560-605: The Republican presidential nominee every cycle beginning with Ronald Reagan in 1980. The county has been trending Democratic, similar to the patterns of the state as a whole. The county is a bellwether for Texas, voting for the statewide winner of every presidential election in Texas, except in 1952 and 1956. In 1952 and 1956, Republican Dwight D. Eisenhower (who was born in Texas) won the state while losing Bell County. Democratic strength in
595-672: The Tennessee Valley. Soon after (1836) the settlements were deserted during the Runaway Scrape, reoccupied, deserted again after the Elmwood Creek Blood Scrape, and reoccupied. Texas Ranger George Erath established a fort on Little River. During 1843–44, settlers began returning. The next year, the Republic of Texas founded Baylor Female College (since developed as University of Mary Hardin–Baylor ). In 1850, Bell County
630-462: The Texas Education Code, include all of Killeen ISD, Fort Cavazos and North Fort Cavazos, and the Bell County portions of Copperas Cove ISD and Lampasas ISD. Areas in the boundary of Temple Junior College 's service area include Academy ISD, Bartlett ISD, Belton ISD, Holland ISD, Rogers ISD, Salado ISD, Temple ISD, and Troy ISD. State legislation does not specify the community colleges of
665-584: The Union. Residents were divided, as many yeomen farmers did not support the war. From 1862 to 1865, Union sympathizers and Confederate deserters holed up in "Camp Safety". Following the war, new social movements developed. In 1867, the Belton Women's Commonwealth, the first women's movement in Central Texas, was formed by Martha McWhirter . The group provided shelter to women in abusive relationships . During
700-489: The average income earned per person in a given area (city, region, country, etc.) in a specified year. In many countries, per capita income is determined using regular population surveys, such as the American Community Survey . This allows the calculation of per capita income for both the country as a whole and specific regions or demographic groups. However, comparing per capita income across different countries
735-405: The county is concentrated in the city of Killeen, which gave Joe Biden 63.4% of the vote in the 2020 election. The remainder of the county, particularly the cities of Belton and Temple, is much more strongly Republican. 31°02′N 97°29′W / 31.04°N 97.48°W / 31.04; -97.48 Per capita income Per capita income ( PCI ) or average income measures
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#1732854637776770-436: The county was 61.4% White, 21.5% Black, 0.8% Native American, 2.8% Asian, 0.8% Pacific Islander, and 5.0% from two or more races. About 21.6% of the population was Hispanic or Latino of any race; 14.9% were of Mexican, 3.6% were of Puerto Rican, 0.2% Cuban, and 0.2% were of Dominican descent. Of the 85,507 households, 40.10% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 56.60% were married couples living together, 12.30% had
805-532: The early years of the Reconstruction era (1865–1877), so much violence occurred in the county that the government stationed federal troops in Belton. Some racist whites attacked blacks and their white supporters. Corruption, lawlessness, and racial divides were severe. As in many areas, a local version of white paramilitary insurgents developed who were similar to the Ku Klux Klan ; they worked to suppress black and Republican voting. The coming of railroads in
840-515: The end of the decade. In 1925, Miriam A. Ferguson , a native of the county, was inaugurated as the first woman governor of the state. She won re-election in 1932 for a nonconsecutive second term. The county and state supported founding Temple Junior College in 1926. The entry of the United States in World War II stimulated war spending across the country. In 1942, Fort Hood was opened as
875-530: The late 19th century stimulated growth across the state. In 1881, the Gulf, Colorado and Santa Fe Railway , the first railroad to be built in Bell County, established Temple as its headquarters. Reflecting growth in the county, in 1884, the Bell County Courthouse was built. It is still used. The ambitious Renaissance Revival design was by architect Jasper N. Preston and Sons. As another improvement, in 1905,
910-574: The late 20th century, new retail development has taken the form of large malls. In 1976, Temple Mall opened. By 1980, Killeen became the most populous city in Bell County. The following year, the Killeen Mall opened, adding to retail choices in the area. In another type of development, the Bell County Expo Center opened in 1987. Since the late 20th century, the county has been the site of several mass shootings . On October 16, 1991, in
945-417: The population. Of the 781 households, 43.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 57.2% were married couples living together, 12.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 25.4% were not families. About 20.6% of all households were made up of individuals, and 5.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.75 and the average family size
980-509: The south and west. Interstate 14 / U.S. Highway 190 , a four-lane freeway, passes through Nolanville, leading east 8 miles (13 km) to Interstate 35 in Belton and west 13 miles (21 km) to the entrance to Fort Cavazos at the western edge of Killeen. According to the United States Census Bureau , the city of Nolanville has a total area of 3.5 square miles (9.0 km), of which 0.019 square miles (0.05 km), or 0.51%,
1015-399: Was 3.16. In the city, the population was distributed as 31.3% under the age of 18, 10.7% from 18 to 24, 33.8% from 25 to 44, 18.0% from 45 to 64, and 6.3% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 29 years. For every 100 females, there were 101.5 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 99.2 males. The median income for a household in the city was $ 36,140, and for
1050-565: Was caught up in the expansion of the Killeen- Fort Cavazos area, and, as a suburban community, its population rose to 740 in 1968. Nolanville was featured in a 1970s 60 Minutes episode, which exposed creative law enforcement practices. Nolanville Common School District #50 ceased to exist in the spring of 1972, when it was annexed to the Killeen Independent School District by the Bell County Board of School Trustees. This action
1085-400: Was distributed as 28.90% under the age of 18, 13.40% from 18 to 24, 31.90% from 25 to 44, 17.00% from 45 to 64, and 8.80% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 29 years. For every 100 females, there were 100.80 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 99.30 males. The median income for a household in the county was $ 36,872, and for a family was $ 41,455. Males had
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1120-492: Was located in Bell County, near the town of Holland . In 1834–1835, Little River became part of Robertson's Colony , made up of settlers from Nashville, Tennessee , led by Sterling C. Robertson ; they were the families of Captain Goldsby Childers, Robert Davison, John Fulcher, Moses Griffin, John Needham, Michael Reed and his son William Whitaker Reed, William Taylor, and Judge Orville T. Tyler. This area became known as
1155-404: Was organized and named for Texas Governor Peter Hansborough Bell . The population then was 600 whites and 60 black slaves. Belton was designated as the county seat in 1851. The last serious Indian raid in the area occurred in 1859. Bell County assumed its present boundaries with the 1860 resurvey of the line between Bell and Milam Counties. In 1861, the county voted for secession from
1190-527: Was requested by the Nolanville Board of School Trustees. The Nolanville Common School District was one of only three remaining common school districts in Bell County at that time. It was also uncommon for a school to consolidate because its enrollment and academic needs were greater than its capacity rather than because enrollment had dropped. By 1974, Nolanville's population was 1,050. It had grown to 1,834 in 1990 and 2,150 in 2000, then jumped to 4,259 as of
1225-430: Was started, using barbed wire for lines. Two lines were used, a south and a north, with Nolan Creek serving as the dividing line. Nolanville School, one of the larger rural schools in the county in the early 20th century, had 90 pupils in 1903. The first automobile appeared between 1900 and 1910. The automobile caused Nolanville businesses to decline because it made the trip to Belton or Killeen so much easier. In 1921,
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