Thornton, Texas
Thornton: town in Limestone County, Texas
About
Thornton is a town located in the county of Limestone in the U.S. state of Texas. Its population at the 2010 census was 526 and a population density of 206 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 524 inhabitants.
Quick Facts about Thornton
| Population | 524 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Texas (United States) |
| County | Limestone County |
| Postal code | 76687 |
| Phone Area Codes | 254 |
| Area | 2.55 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 31.4110,-96.5722 |
| Altitude | 492 feet / 150, 150 meters |
| Time Zone | America/Chicago |
| Local time | 16:47:10 (22nd April 2026) |
| Density | 205 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -0.38% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 80℉ Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms 7-days weather |
Geography
Thornton is located at 31°24'40"N 96°34'20"W (31.4110100, -96.5722000).
Thornton map
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Weather
A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1pm. Partly sunny, with a high near 80. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
7-Day ForecastDemographics
According to census records, the population of Thornton decreased by 0.38% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 526 | - | census |
| 2011 | 530 | 0.75% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 532 | 0.38% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 526 | -1.14% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 529 | 0.57% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 525 | -0.76% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 527 | 0.38% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 524 | -0.57% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 523 | -0.19% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 524 | 0.19% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 524 | 0% | estimation process |
Services and Civic Places in Thornton
1Thornton City Hall
708 TX-14, Thornton, TX 76687 View details
Phone: +12543801139 | Website available
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Thornton, TX. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 223232 | Baylor University | Waco (TX) | 76798 |
Nearby Transit Stations (6)
Rail and bus stations connected to Thornton, TX. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| WCX | Waco, TX | 301 South 8th Street | BUS |
| MCG | McGregor | 1 Amtrak Blvd. | RAIL |
| TPL | Temple | 315 West Ave B | RAIL |
| BRY | Bryan, TX | 301 East 26th Street | BUS |
| KIL | Killeen, Texas | 200 East Avenue C | BUS |
Closest post offices linked to Thornton.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Thornton Post Office | Thornton (TX) | 76687 |
Other places with the same name (5)
- Thornton, Colorado The seventh most populous city in Colorado. with a population of 148,113 people.
- Thornton, New Hampshire town in Grafton County, New Hampshire, United States with a population of 2,553 people.
- Thornton, Illinois village in Cook County, Illinois, USA with a population of 2,367 people.
- Thornton, Iowa human settlement in Cerro Gordo County, Iowa, United States of America with a population of 401 people.
- Thornton, Arkansas city in Calhoun County, Arkansas, United States with a population of 375 people.
Other cities in Limestone County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Limestone County , TX.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Mexia | 7,287 | City in Limestone County, Texas, United States |
| Center | 5,043 | City in Shelby County, Texas, United States |
| Groesbeck | 4,173 | City in Texas, United States |
| Coolidge | 950 | Town of the United States |
| Kosse | 463 | Town of the United States |
| Tehuacana | 277 | Ghost town |