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Haltom City, Texas

Located in Tarrant County, Texas, Haltom City was established in 1949. NE Fort Worth suburb in Tarrant County. Named for early settler L.B. Haltom.
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Founded 1949 | Population 47,000 | Peak 47,000 (2024) | County Tarrant County

Top 10 Most Important Events for Haltom City, Texas

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1890 Higher Education: Educational institutions helped define Haltom City's character and economy.
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1942 Military Presence: Military installations became a major part of Haltom City's identity and economy.
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1949 Founded: Haltom City was founded by colonial settlers in Tarrant County.
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1964 Civil Rights Era: The civil rights movement brought significant change to Haltom City and the region.
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2010 Modern Era: Haltom City continued to develop as part of the greater metropolitan area, with new infrastructure and community amenities.
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1890 Culture
Higher Education
1942 Government
Military Presence
1949 Culture
Founded
1964 Politics
Civil Rights Era
2010 Culture
Modern Era

Did You Know?

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NE Fort Worth suburb in Tarrant County.
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Named for early settler L.B. Haltom.
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Working-class community adjacent to Fort Worth.
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Haltom City was founded in 1949.
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Haltom City has a population of approximately 47,000.

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