Krum is a city in

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, United States. The population was 4,157 at the 2010 census, more than doubling its 2000 census population of 1,984. By 2020, its population was 5,483.

Geography

Krum is located at (33.264818, –97.235665). According to the

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, the city has a total area of , all of it land.

Demographics

As of the

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, there were 5,483 people, 1,739 households, and 1,216 families residing in the city.

Education

Krum is served by the Krum Independent School District.

Notable people

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lives in Krum with his family * Grace Quebe

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violin and vocal stars, grew up in Krum. They tour nationally and have performed at the

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. The band is now based in

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* Hulda Quebe,

sister and musician * Sophia Quebe,

sister and musician

Bibliography

* Della Isbell Davis, ''Krum, Texas the Story of a Small Town'' (originally published in 1976). * Kathleen E. and Clifton R. St. Clair, eds., ''Little Towns of Texas'' (Jacksonville, Texas: Jayroe Graphic Arts, 1982).

Notes

References

External links

City of Krum official websiteKrum ISD Krum Heritage MuseumCub Scout Pack 136
serving Krum
Boy Scouts Troop 136
serving Krum
''Krum United Methodist Church register, 1886-1925''
hosted by th
Portal to Texas History
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