Needville, Texas
Encyclopedia
Needville is a city in Fort Bend County
, Texas
within the Houston–Sugar Land–Baytown
metropolitan area. The population was 2,609 at the 2000 census.
Needville is located at 29.398232°N 95.839880°W (29.398232, -95.839880).
According to the United States Census Bureau
, the city has a total area of 1.7 square miles (4.4 km²), all of it land.
of 2000, there were 2,609 people, 926 households, and 688 families residing in the city. The population density
was 1,532.5 people per square mile (592.6/km2). There were 979 housing units at an average density of 575.1 per square mile (222.3/km2). The racial makeup of the city was 74.09% White, 13.19% African American, 0.27% Native American, 0.11% Asian, 10.23% from other races
, and 2.11% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 23.96% of the population.
The median income for a household in the city was $41,202, and the median income for a family was $48,824. Males had a median income of $35,200 versus $26,389 for females. The per capita income
for the city was $17,802. About 8.9% of families and 11.5% of the population were below the poverty line, including 16.8% of those under age 18 and 18.8% of those age 65 or over.
Needville Post Office is located at 3000 School Street.
already existing, the post office amended the name to Needville.
. High school students go to Needville High School
. Needville's Albert George Branch Library is a part of the Fort Bend County Libraries
system.
Some addresses not in Needville with "Needville, TX" addresses are zoned to B.F. Terry High School in Rosenberg
, a part of Lamar CISD.
is in Needville. The library, which opened in November 1974, was named after Fort Bend County philanthropist Albert George. The Needville Chamber of Commerce and the Needville Lion's Club donated the land for the library. Originally the library, with its first portion designed by Wylie W. Vale & Associates, had 4900 square foot of space. In 1997 the library system used bond funds to expand and renovate the library; the library gained a new entrance, a meeting room, and new toilet facilities. The library now has 6800 square foot of space.
Fort Bend County, Texas
Fort Bend County is a county located along the Gulf Coast region in the U.S. state of Texas within the Houston–Sugar Land–Baytown metropolitan area. In 2000 its population was 354,452, while the 2010 U.S...
, Texas
Texas
Texas is the second largest U.S. state by both area and population, and the largest state by area in the contiguous United States.The name, based on the Caddo word "Tejas" meaning "friends" or "allies", was applied by the Spanish to the Caddo themselves and to the region of their settlement in...
within the Houston–Sugar Land–Baytown
Greater Houston
Houston–Sugar Land–Baytown is a 10-county metropolitan area defined by the Office of Management and Budget. It is located along the Gulf Coast region in the U.S. state of Texas...
metropolitan area. The population was 2,609 at the 2000 census.
Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau
United States Census Bureau
The United States Census Bureau is the government agency that is responsible for the United States Census. It also gathers other national demographic and economic data...
, the city has a total area of 1.7 square miles (4.4 km²), all of it land.
Demographics
As of the censusCensus
A census is the procedure of systematically acquiring and recording information about the members of a given population. It is a regularly occurring and official count of a particular population. The term is used mostly in connection with national population and housing censuses; other common...
of 2000, there were 2,609 people, 926 households, and 688 families residing in the city. The population density
Population density
Population density is a measurement of population per unit area or unit volume. It is frequently applied to living organisms, and particularly to humans...
was 1,532.5 people per square mile (592.6/km2). There were 979 housing units at an average density of 575.1 per square mile (222.3/km2). The racial makeup of the city was 74.09% White, 13.19% African American, 0.27% Native American, 0.11% Asian, 10.23% from other races
Race (United States Census)
Race and ethnicity in the United States Census, as defined by the Federal Office of Management and Budget and the United States Census Bureau, are self-identification data items in which residents choose the race or races with which they most closely identify, and indicate whether or not they are...
, and 2.11% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 23.96% of the population.
The median income for a household in the city was $41,202, and the median income for a family was $48,824. Males had a median income of $35,200 versus $26,389 for females. The per capita income
Per capita income
Per capita income or income per person is a measure of mean income within an economic aggregate, such as a country or city. It is calculated by taking a measure of all sources of income in the aggregate and dividing it by the total population...
for the city was $17,802. About 8.9% of families and 11.5% of the population were below the poverty line, including 16.8% of those under age 18 and 18.8% of those age 65 or over.
Government and infrastructure
The United States Postal ServiceUnited States Postal Service
The United States Postal Service is an independent agency of the United States government responsible for providing postal service in the United States...
Needville Post Office is located at 3000 School Street.
The name
August Schendel founded the town of Schendelville in 1891. In 1894, he applied for a post office using the name "Needmore" since they always needed more of everything. Due to Needmore, TexasNeedmore, Texas
Needmore, Texas may refer to the following places:* Needmore, Bailey County, Texas* Needmore, Delta County, Texas* Needmore, Nacogdoches County, Texas* Needmore, Terry County, Texas...
already existing, the post office amended the name to Needville.
Events
- The Needville Harvest Festival, founded in 1983, is held every October. The festival is organized by NHF, Inc. to draw visitors to Needville in the hope of stimulating local business, to raise funds for community development, and to fund annual scholarships for local high school students. 2006 performance by Aaron Watson.
- The Vintage Rosery, located across from the Needville High School, was voted Fort Bend County's Best Tourist Attraction in 2004.
- The Upper Gulf Coast Outdoor Expo is held in the Spring and Fall on the campus of Creekside Christian Fellowship in Needville. The Expo features exhibitors of hunting and fishing equipment, along with clinics and demonstrations.
- The Creekside Farmers' Market is open every Thursday from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm on the campus of Creekside Christian Fellowship, year around. The market provides an opportunity for local growers to sell their produce directly to the consumer. Besides fresh vegetables and herbs, there is fresh goat cheese and milk, locally roasted coffee and natural grass-fed beef, chicken and lamb.
Education
Needville is zoned to schools in the Needville Independent School DistrictNeedville Independent School District
Needville Independent School District is a public school district based in Needville, Texas .In addition to Needville, the district also serves the town of Fairchilds and the unincorporated communities of Guy and Long Point...
. High school students go to Needville High School
Needville High School
Needville High School is a public secondary school located in Needville, Texas, United States. The school serves residents of Needville, Fairchilds, and the unincorporated communities of Guy and Long Point...
. Needville's Albert George Branch Library is a part of the Fort Bend County Libraries
Fort Bend County Libraries
Fort Bend County Libraries is a public library system in Fort Bend County, Texas .The library system, headquartered in the George Memorial Library in Richmond, operates two libraries and nine branches throughout Fort Bend County.-Libraries:...
system.
Some addresses not in Needville with "Needville, TX" addresses are zoned to B.F. Terry High School in Rosenberg
Rosenberg, Texas
Rosenberg is a city located in the U.S. state of Texas within Fort Bend County and is part of the Houston–Sugar Land–Baytown metropolitan area. The population was 31,676 at the 2010 census...
, a part of Lamar CISD.
Public libraries
Albert George Branch Library of Fort Bend County LibrariesFort Bend County Libraries
Fort Bend County Libraries is a public library system in Fort Bend County, Texas .The library system, headquartered in the George Memorial Library in Richmond, operates two libraries and nine branches throughout Fort Bend County.-Libraries:...
is in Needville. The library, which opened in November 1974, was named after Fort Bend County philanthropist Albert George. The Needville Chamber of Commerce and the Needville Lion's Club donated the land for the library. Originally the library, with its first portion designed by Wylie W. Vale & Associates, had 4900 square foot of space. In 1997 the library system used bond funds to expand and renovate the library; the library gained a new entrance, a meeting room, and new toilet facilities. The library now has 6800 square foot of space.
Parks and recreation
Fort Bend County operates the Barbara Jordan Park in Needville.- George Ranch Historical Park
- Brazos Bend State Park and George ObservatoryBrazos Bend State ParkBrazos Bend State Park is a state park along the Brazos River in Needville, Texas, run by the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department. The park is a haven for a diverse mix of native wildlife and plants covering an equally diverse range of ecosystems...
Famous people from Needville
- Dennis GaubatzDennis GaubatzDennis Gaubatz was a linebacker in the NFL....
, NFL linebacker - Earnest JacksonEarnest JacksonEarnest Jackson, Jr. is a former professional American football running back in the National Football League for six seasons for the San Diego Chargers, Philadelphia Eagles, and Pittsburgh Steelers. He ran for at least 900 yards in a season for each of his three teams...
, NFL running back