Pottsboro, Texas

According to Loverists, Pottsboro is located in Grayson County, Texas, and is part of the Sherman-Denison metropolitan area. It is situated on the banks of Lake Texoma, and the northern edge of the city borders Oklahoma. The climate in Pottsboro is humid subtropical with hot summers and mild winters. The area has a long history of Native American occupation; it was part of the Indian Territory during the 19th century. In 1872, a post office was established in what was then known as Pottsborough.

Politically, Pottsboro is represented by Republican Congressman Mac Thornberry in Congress and Republican Senator Pat Fallon in the Senate. The Texas House of Representatives District 62 Representative is Larry Phillips. The city’s economy relies heavily on tourism due to its proximity to Lake Texoma and its abundance of recreational activities like fishing, boating, camping, swimming, and more. Additionally, Pottsboro has several businesses that supply goods and services to both locals and visitors alike such as restaurants, retail stores, gas stations, grocery stores, auto repair shops and more.

The Pottsboro Independent School District serves students from Pre-K through 12th grade with two elementary schools (Pottsboro Elementary & Fairview Elementary), one intermediate school (Pottsboro Intermediate), one middle school (Pottsboro Middle) and one high school (Pottsboro High). There are also several private schools within a few miles from Pottsboro including Sacred Heart Catholic School which offers classes from Pre-K through 8th grade.

Some landmarks within Pottsboro include Lake Texoma State Park which covers over 10 thousand acres along the lake’s shoreline; Eisenhower State Park which provides camping sites for RV’s as well as cabins for rent; The Sherman Museum which houses artifacts from Grayson County’s past; The Old Pecan Street Festival which features live music performances; Cedar Mills Marina which offers boat rentals for fishing or sightseeing; And numerous parks throughout town offering trails for hiking or biking along with playgrounds for children to enjoy.

Population: 1,579. Estimated population in July 2020: 1,992 (+26.2% change)
Males: 752 (47.6%), Females: 827 (52.4%)

Grayson County

Zip code: 75076

Median resident age: 35.0 years
Median household income: $43,977
Median house value: $91,400

Races in Pottsboro:

Ancestries: Irish (13.6%), United States (13.0%), German (11.8%), English (9.2%), Italian (3.2%), Scottish (2.3%).

Elevation: 764 feet

Land area: 2.8 square miles

Population

Pottsboro, Texas is a small town located in Grayson County, approximately 75 miles north of Dallas. The population of Pottsboro is estimated to be around 2,200 people. The majority of the population are Caucasian, accounting for over 90% of the total population. Hispanics make up 4.7%, African Americans 1.9%, and Asians 0.2%. The median age in Pottsboro is 40 years old and the median household income is $51,000 per year.

The majority of residents in Pottsboro work in the service industry with retail and hospitality as the two biggest employers. Many small businesses are also located within the city limits including restaurants, cafes, and specialty stores. Education is provided by the Pottsboro Independent School District which has one primary school and one middle school which serves grades K-8th grade students in the area. There are also two private schools located within close proximity to town for those wishing for an alternative education option for their children. In terms of higher education options, residents can attend Grayson College which offers associate degrees as well as vocational training programs.

For population 25 years and over in Pottsboro

• High school or higher: 87.4%
• Bachelor’s degree or higher: 17.8%
• Graduate or professional degree: 6.2%
• Unemployed: 3.0%
• Mean travel time to work: 23.9 minutes

For population 15 years and over in Pottsboro town

• Never married: 21.6%
• Now married: 58.3%
• Separated: 1.4%
• Widowed: 5.0%
• Divorced: 13.6%

1.8% Foreign born

Population change in the 1990s: +404 (+34.4%).

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