Sinton

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Sinton, Texas

Sinton is a city in and the county seat of San Patricio County, Texas,United States. The population was 5,665 at the 2010 census. It is named in honor of David Sinton.

Geography

Sinton is located at 28°2′5″N 97°30′32″W / 28.03472°N 97.50889°W / 28.03472; -97.50889 (28.034824, -97.508942).

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 2.2 square miles (5.7 km²), all land.

Climate

The climate in this area is characterized by hot, humid summers and generally mild to cool winters. Sinton has a humid subtropical climate, Cfa according to the Köppen climate classification system.

Demographics

As of the census of 2010, 5,723 people, 1,845 households, and 1,409 families resided in the city. The population density was 2,582.0 people per square mile (996.1/km²). The 2,026 housing units averaged 921.6 per square mile (355.6/km²). The racial makeup of the city was 73.47% White, 3.63% African American, 0.93% Native American, 0.04% Asian, 0.09% Pacific Islander, 18.48% from other races, and 3.37% from two or more races. Hispanics of any race were 71.04% of the population.

Sinton (surname)

Sinton is a surname. Notable people with the surname include: