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Levelland, TX

Levelland is a city and the county seat of Hockley County, Texas, United States. As of the 2020 census, the city population was 12,652, down from 13,542 at the 2010 census. It is located on the Llano Estacado, 30 miles (48 km) west of Lubbock. Major industries include cotton farming and petroleum production. It is the home of South Plains College. Levelland is the principal city of the Levelland micropolitan statistical area, which includes all of Hockley County and part of the larger Lubbock–Levelland combined statistical area. Levelland was so named on account of the flat land at the town site.

Levelland is at the center of Hockley County. Texas State Highway 114 runs through the north side of the city, leading east 30 miles (48 km) to Lubbock and west 43 miles (69 km) to the New Mexico border. U.S. Route 385 passes through the center of the city, east of downtown, leading north 24 miles (39 km) to Littlefield and south 29 miles (47 km) to Brownfield. 

According to the United States Census Bureau, Levelland has a total area of 10.2 square miles (26.3 km²), of which 0.004 square miles (0.01 km²), or 0.06%, is covered by water.

Levelland became the county seat upon its organization in 1921. Initially named Hockley City by Charles W. Post in 1912, development began in 1921, and the town was swiftly renamed for its local topography. The town's foundation was further solidified with the commencement of the Santa Fe Railroad service in July 1925. 

The 1950s oil boom led to the establishment of a refinery and gas plant. 

Levelland experienced civic development, including the opening of a municipal park in 1951 through fundraising by civic clubs. Infrastructure improvements, an airfield, road systems, and a hospital were undertaken around the same time. The town established a county library in the 1950s and the South Plains Museum in 1968. South Plains College, a two-year community college, opened in 1958.

Levelland places a strong emphasis on the health and wellness of its residents. The Levelland Recreation and Wellness Center serves as a focal point for fitness and community activities, providing a variety of exercise programs and sports facilities. Join local fitness centers and gyms to participate in exercise programs, fitness classes, and strength training. Some popular options include Fitness Complex, Revenge Fitness, and Beast Factory Gym. Discover the walking and biking trails in and around Levelland, such as Brashear Lake Park, Sherman Park, and Kauffman Park. These trails offer opportunities for outdoor exercise and enjoyment of nature.

Top sites in Levelland, TX include The Wallace Theater, Ahava Honey Farm, and Wonderland Amusement Park.

Population: 12,337 (2022). Elevation: 3,520 ft (1,070 m). Area: 10.21 sq mi (26.45 km²). ZIP Code: 79336. Area code: 806.

FAQs

What is Levelland, TX famous for?

Levelland is famous as the site of a well-publicized series of UFO sightings in November 1957. Several motorists driving on various highways around Levelland in the evening and early morning hours of November 2–3 claimed to see a large, egg-shaped object that emitted a blue glow and caused their automobiles to shut off. In most cases, the object was sitting either on the highway or close to it.

Is Levelland, TX a good place to live?

Living in Levelland offers residents a sparse suburban feel and most residents own their homes. Many families live in Levelland and residents tend to lean conservative. The public schools in Levelland are above average.

What is the crime rate in Levelland, TX?

With a crime rate of 34 per one thousand residents, Levelland has one of the highest crime rates in America compared to all communities of all sizes - from the smallest towns to the very largest cities. One's chance of becoming a victim of either violent or property crime here is one in 30. Within Texas, more than 92% of the communities have a lower crime rate than Levelland.

Sources

Wikipedia 

City of Levelland

Levelland Recreation and Wellness Center 

Fitness Complex

Revenge Fitness 

Beast Factory Gym

Brashear Lake Park

Sherman Park 

Kauffman Park

The Wallace Theater

Ahava Honey Farm

Wonderland Amusement Park

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