Montopolis, Texas
Montopolis: A neighborhood located in Austin, Texas. It is known for its diversity and its rich history.
About
Montopolis is a city located in the county of Travis in the U.S. state of Texas. Its population at the 2010 census was 790,390 and a population density of 955 people per km². After 4 years in 2014 city had an estimated population of 912,791 inhabitants.
The city was created 189 years ago in 1834.
Montopolis is a neighborhood located in southeast Austin, Texas, centered around the Montopolis Bridge over the Colorado River. Here are some key details:
History
Montopolis was founded in the 1830s as a trading post called Montopolis City. It later became part of Austin but retained its distinct identity.
Geography
Montopolis is bounded by the Colorado River to the north, Highway 183 to the west, and Airport Blvd to the south. The historic Montopolis Bridge connects it to Austin proper.
Culture
Montopolis has a unique Tejano culture and is sometimes called “Little Mexico.” Many Mexican American families have lived here for generations.
Economy
Montopolis is historically a working-class neighborhood. Residents work in industries like construction, manufacturing, and service jobs throughout Austin.
Community
Points of community pride include the Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church and Delores Duffie Park along the river. Annual events include Dia de los Muertos celebrations.
In summary, Montopolis is a culturally vibrant neighborhood in Austin with a predominantly Hispanic heritage. It retains a distinct small town feel despite increasing development.
Quick Facts about Montopolis
| Population : | 912,791 (2014) |
| Country : | United States of America |
| State : | Texas (United States) |
| County : | Travis County |
| Different from : | Austin County |
| Twitter username : | austintexasgov |
| Postal code : | 78744–78769, 78708–78739, 78741–78742, 78701–78705 |
| Phone Area Codes : | 512 |
| Area : | 827.51 km2 |
| Named for : | Stephen F. Austin |
| Altitude : | 489 feet / 149 meters |
| Capital city : | Montopolis is capital of Texas |
| Establishment : | January 01, 1835 (189 years ago) |
| Time Zone : | UTC−06:00 |
| Local time : | 07:14:14 (27th April 2024) |
| Density : | 1,103 Pop. per km² as of 2014 |
| Population growth : | 13.41% (2010-2014) |
Geography
Montopolis is located at 30°14'36"N 97°41'26"W (30.2432700, -97.6905600).
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- Official Website
Official website of Montopolis
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Demographics
The population of Montopolis increased by 13.41% in 4 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
| 2010 | 790,390 | - | |
| 2014 | 912,791 | 13.41% |
People born in Montopolis (200)
People born in Montopolis, including philosopher Tom Beauchamp, actor, speed skater and musician Justin Mentell, actor Zachary Scott, .
List
- Zackary Wright (American basketball player) he was born in 05/02/1985
- Casey Abrams (Musician/Singer) he was born in 12/02/1991
- Ciara (American singer) she was born in 25/10/1985
- Nelly (American rapper, singer, and songwriter from Missouri) he was born in 02/11/1974
- Amber Heard (American actress) she was born in 22/04/1986
- Michelle Forbes (American actress) she was born in 08/01/1965
- Doyle Bramhall II (American rock guitarist, songwriter and producer) he was born in 24/12/1968
- Wiley Wiggins (American actor) he was born in 06/11/1976
- Carly Fiorina (American corporate executive and politician) she was born in 06/09/1954
- Angela Bettis (actress from the United States) she was born in 09/01/1973
- Sarah Hagan (actress) she was born in 24/05/1984
- Harvey Smith (American video game designer) he was born in 01/01/1966
- Sindee Jennings (American movie actress) she was born in 07/07/1986
- Julie Powell (American blogger) she was born in 20/04/1973
- Marshall Allman (American actor) he was born in 05/04/1984
- Eric Johnson (American guitarist, recording artist) he was born in 17/08/1954
- Bruce Sterling (American writer, speaker, futurist, and design instructor) he was born in 14/04/1954
- Angus T. Jones (American actor) he was born in 08/10/1993
Schools in Montopolis
College & universities near Montopolis, TX
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 225575 | Huston-Tillotson University | Austin (TX) | 78702-2795 |
| 227845 | Saint Edward's University | Austin (TX) | 78704-6489 |
| 228778 | The University of Texas at Austin | Austin (TX) | 78705 |
| 223001 | Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary | Austin (TX) | 78705-5711 |
| 224712 | Episcopal Theological Seminary of the Southwest | Austin (TX) | 78705 |
Stations (7)
Amtrak & bus stations near Montopolis, TX
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AUS | Austin | 250 North Lamar Blvd. | RAIL |
| TAY | Taylor | 118 East First St. | RAIL |
| SMC | San Marcos Station | 338 South Guadalupe St. | RAIL |
| KIL | Killeen, Texas | 200 East Avenue C | BUS |
| FHD | Fort Hood, Texas | Hood Road & Old Ironsides Ave. | BUS |
Post offices near Montopolis
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| East Austin Post Office | Austin (TX) | 78702 |
| Southeast Austin Post Office | Austin (TX) | 78744 |
| Del Vall Post Office | Del Valle (TX) | 78617 |
| Capitol Post Office | Austin (TX) | 78701 |
| Downtown Austin Post Office | Austin (TX) | 78701 |
Other cities in Travis County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Travis County , TX. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Austin | 995,484 | The eleventh most populous city in the United States and the center of the Austin metropolitan area. |
| Pflugerville | 66,826 | The most populous city in Travis County, Texas. |
| Lakeway | 16,216 | City in Travis County, Texas, United States |
| Manor | 15,767 | City in Travis County, Texas, United States |
| Wells Branch | 12,120 | Census designated place |
| Lago Vista | 7,943 | City in Travis County, Texas, United States |
| Bee Cave | 6,983 | City in Texas |
| Shady Hollow | 5,004 | Census designated place |
| Lost Creek | 4,509 | City in Harrison County, West Virginia, United States of America |
| West Lake Hills | 3,254 | City in Texas, United States |
| Barton Creek | 3,077 | Census designated place |
| Hudson Bend | 2,981 | Census designated place |
| The Hills | 2,456 | Human settlement in Travis County, Texas, United States of America |
| Jonestown | 2,169 | Former community established by the Peoples Temple, known for a mass death event on November 18, 1978 |
| Onion Creek | 2,116 | Census designated place |
| Briarcliff | 1,887 | Village in Texas, USA |
Distance to Other Cities
Montopolis distances to largest Texas cities
