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Seagoville, TX

Seagoville is a city in Dallas County, Texas, United States, and a suburb of Dallas. A small portion of Seagoville extends into Kaufman County. The population was 18,446 at the 2020 census. The city is located along U.S. Highway 175, 10 miles (16 km) from downtown Mesquite.

Seagoville is located at 32°39′7″N 96°33′0″W (32.651920, –96.550033). According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 19.0 square miles (49.2 km2), of which 18.7 square miles (48.4 km2) are land and 0.31 square miles (0.8 km2), or 1.58%, is covered by water.

Seagoville was originally called Seago, and under this name was laid out in 1876 by T. K. Seago (1836–1904), and named after him. The United States Post Office changed the town's name to "Seagoville" in 1910 to prevent confusion with another city in Texas called Sego.

During World War II, the Federal Reformatory for Women in Seagoville was the site of an Immigration and Naturalization Service detention camp for Japanese, German, and Italian Americans classified as "enemy aliens" and women of Japanese and German ancestry deported from Latin America. Internees at Seagoville published a German language newsletter called the Sägedorfer Fliegende Blätter. The camp housed up to 647 people and was closed in June 1945, after the internees were either "repatriated" to Japan or Germany, or transferred to Crystal City, Texas.

Seagoville is served by reputable healthcare facilities, including Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Dallas, ensuring that residents have access to quality medical services. The city actively supports initiatives and events that promote health and wellness awareness and physical activity, making it a welcoming environment for those seeking a balanced and active lifestyle. Explore the parks, facilities, and programs offered by the Seagoville Parks and Recreation Department. These spaces provide opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking, jogging, sports, and picnicking. Join local fitness centers and gyms to participate in exercise programs, fitness classes, and strength training. Some popular options include Planet Fitness and Anytime Fitness. Discover the walking and biking trails in and around Seagoville, such as Heard Park, Petty White Park, and Casa Grande Park. These trails offer opportunities for outdoor exercise and enjoyment of nature.

Top sites in Seagoville, TX include Bruce Central Park, Post Oak Preserve, and Broken Bow Ranch.

Population: 17,832 (2021). Elevation: 430 ft (131 m). ZIP Code: 75159. Area code: 214. Area: 19.05 sq mi (49.33 km2).

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Is Seagoville, TX a good place to live?

Seagoville is in Dallas County. Living in Seagoville offers residents a suburban rural mix feel and most residents own their homes. Many families live in Seagoville and residents tend to lean liberal.

What are the demographics of Seagoville, TX?

Seagoville, TX is home to a population of 18.3k people, of which 83.3% are citizens. As of 2021, 20.5% of Seagoville, TX residents were born outside of the country (3.74k people). In 2021, there were 1.38 times more White (Hispanic) residents (6.62k people) in Seagoville, TX than any other race or ethnicity. There were 4.81k White (Non-Hispanic) and 2.6k Black or African American (Non-Hispanic) residents, the second and third most common ethnic groups.

Is Seagoville, TX safe?

The crime rate in Seagoville is considerably higher than the national average across all communities in America from the largest to the smallest, although at 21 crimes per one thousand residents, it is not among the communities with the very highest crime rate. The chance of becoming a victim of either violent or property crime in Seagoville is 1 in 47. Based on FBI crime data, Seagoville is not one of the safest communities in America. Relative to Texas, Seagoville has a crime rate that is higher than 79% of the state's cities and towns of all sizes.

Sources

Wikipedia

City of Seagoville

Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Dallas

Seagoville Parks and Recreation Department

Planet Fitness 

Anytime Fitness

Heard Park

Petty White Park

Casa Grande Park

Bruce Central Park

Post Oak Preserve

Broken Bow Ranch

Niche

DataUSA

Neighborhoodscout

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