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Hereford, TX

Hereford is a city in and the county seat of Deaf Smith County, Texas, United States. It is 48 miles southwest of Amarillo. Its population was 14,972 at the 2020 census. It is the only incorporated locality named "Hereford" in the country. 

The area is known for its semiarid climate, with heavy farming and ranching throughout the area sustained by irrigation from the Ogallala Aquifer and the saltier Santa Rosa Aquifer beneath it.

Hereford's local water supply contains an unusually high level of naturally occurring fluoride. Because fluoride is used to protect against tooth decay, Hereford earned the title "The Town Without a Toothache". 

It is also known as the "Beef Capital of the World" because of the large number of cattle feedlots in the area. The city is named for the Hereford breed. The local economy is affected significantly by growth in the dairy and ethanol industries. 

Hereford is also home to the headquarters of the Deaf Smith Electric Cooperative, which serves Deaf Smith, Castro, Parmer, and Oldham Counties.

Hereford is located in southeastern Deaf Smith County and on the Llano Estacado. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 5.9 square miles (15.4 km2), all land.

U.S. Highway 60 passes through the city as 1st Street, leading northeast 48 miles (77 km) to Amarillo and southwest 57 miles (92 km) to Clovis, New Mexico. U.S. Highway 385 (25 Mile Avenue) runs north-south through the city, leading north 30 miles (48 km) to Interstate 40 at Vega and south 20 miles (32 km) to Dimmitt.

Hereford was founded as "Blue Water" in 1899 after the Pecos and Northern Texas Railway connected Amarillo to Farwell. After a town already named Blue Water was discovered, residents renamed the town "Hereford" in honor of the cattle of the local ranchers and the city of Hereford, in the United Kingdom. During World War II, a prisoner-of-war camp existed there for Italian prisoners of war. It was dismantled in 1947.

Health and wellness are paramount in Hereford, with the city offering a range of facilities and programs to support residents' well-being. The Hereford Regional Medical Center is a cornerstone of the community, providing comprehensive healthcare services to ensure the health of residents. Explore the parks, facilities, and programs offered by the Hereford 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 Tornado Alley Fitness, Element 26 Fitness Studio, and Weldon Knabe Activities Center. Discover the walking and biking trails in and around Hereford, such as the Quanah Parker Trail and the Mothers Park. These trails offer opportunities for outdoor exercise and the enjoyment of nature.

Top sites in Hereford, TX are Whiteface Stadium, Deaf Smith County Museum, and Hereford Country Club.

Population: 14,860 (2024). ZIP code: 79045. Area code: 806. Elevation: 3,671 ft (1,119 m). Area: 6.30 sq mi (16.32 km2).

FAQs

What is Hereford, TX famous for?

Hereford, Texas is known as “The Beef Capital of the World”. But, “The Windmill City” is much more than just a cattle capital. Over 400 windmills used to spin in the area. Observers who traveled by train could see them from miles away. 

What is the ethnicity of Hereford, TX?

Hereford, TX is home to a population of 18.7k people, of which 88.5% are citizens. As of 2021, 16.3% of Hereford, TX residents were born outside of the country (3.04k people). In 2021, there were 2.31 times more White (Hispanic) residents (9.96k people) in Hereford, TX than any other race or ethnicity. There were 4.32k White (Non-Hispanic) and 2.55k Two+ (Hispanic) residents, the second and third most common ethnic groups.

How many cows are in Hereford, TX?

There’s a reason why Hereford, Texas is known as “The Beef Capital of The World”.  Hereford feeds more than 1 million head of cattle annually within its nearby feed yards.  That equates to over 1 billion pounds of beef produced, and over 1 billion dollars in cattle sales every year.  Hereford helps to produce enough beef every year to feed 65 million people (based on worldwide average consumption). 

Sources

Wikipedia 

City of Hereford 

Hereford Regional Medical Center

Hereford Parks and Recreation Department

Tornado Alley Fitness

Element 26 Fitness Studio 

Weldon Knabe Activities Center

Quanah Parker Trail 

Mothers Park

Whiteface Stadium

Deaf Smith County Museum

Hereford Country Club

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DataUSA

Beef Capital

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