Ady, Texas facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Ady, Texas
Unincorporated community
Ady, Texas Location in Texas Show map of Texas Ady, Texas Location in the United States Show map of the United States
Country	United States
State	Texas
County	Potter
Elevation	3,150 ft (960 m)
Time zone	UTC-6 (Central (CST))
• Summer (DST)	UTC-5 (CDT)
GNIS feature ID	1379323

Ady is a small place in Potter County, Texas. It's known as an unincorporated community. This means it's a group of homes or buildings that isn't officially part of a city or town.

What is an Unincorporated Community?

An unincorporated community is a place where people live, but it doesn't have its own local government like a city does. Instead, it's usually governed by the larger county it's in.

• People living in Ady get services like police and fire protection from Potter County.
• They might not have a mayor or city council.
• These communities often grow around a specific feature, like a crossroads or a general store.

Where is Ady, Texas?

Ady is located in the U.S. state of Texas. Specifically, it's in Potter County. This county is in the northern part of Texas, often called the Texas Panhandle.

• The area around Ady is mostly rural.
• It's part of the vast landscape of Texas.
• The elevation of Ady is about 3,150 feet above sea level.

Life in an Unincorporated Community

Life in an unincorporated community like Ady can be different from living in a big city. These places often have a quiet, close-knit feel.

• Residents might travel to nearby towns for shopping or schools.
• The community often shares a strong local identity.
• Many unincorporated areas are important for farming or ranching.