Hale Center, Texas facts for kids
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Hale Center, Texas
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 Hale Center, Texas
Location in Texas
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Texas |
| County | Hale |
| Region | Llano Estacado |
| Established | 1893 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.44 sq mi (3.72 km2) |
| • Land | 1.44 sq mi (3.72 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 3,419 ft (1,042 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 2,062 |
| • Density | 1,429.37/sq mi (552.04/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
| ZIP code |
79041
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| Area code | 806 |
| FIPS code | 48-31820 |
Hale Center is a small city located in Hale County, Texas. In 2020, about 2,062 people lived there. This was a little less than the 2,252 people who lived there in 2010.
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Where is Hale Center Located?
Hale Center is found on the flat, high plains of the Llano Estacado in central Hale County. It's right where Interstate 27 and Farm to Market Road 1914 meet.
The city is about 11 miles southwest of Plainview. It is also about 33 miles north of Lubbock. Hale Center covers an area of about 1.1 square miles, which is all land.
What is the Climate Like?
Hale Center has a semiarid climate. This means it's usually dry, but not a true desert. It gets some rain, but not a lot.
A Look at Hale Center's History
Hale Center was started in 1893. It was formed when two older towns, Hale City and Epworth, joined together. Both of these towns began in 1891. People actually moved buildings from the old towns to the new spot. The new post office was named "Hale Center" because it was in the middle of the county.
On June 2, 1965, a strong tornado hit downtown Hale Center. It destroyed many businesses, the city hall, and the fire station. Five people sadly lost their lives, and 60 others were hurt. The damage to property was about $8 million.
Who Lives in Hale Center?
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1930 | 1,007 | — | |
| 1940 | 836 | −17.0% | |
| 1950 | 1,626 | 94.5% | |
| 1960 | 2,196 | 35.1% | |
| 1970 | 1,964 | −10.6% | |
| 1980 | 2,297 | 17.0% | |
| 1990 | 2,067 | −10.0% | |
| 2000 | 2,263 | 9.5% | |
| 2010 | 2,252 | −0.5% | |
| 2020 | 2,062 | −8.4% | |
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Population in 2020
In 2020, there were 2,062 people living in Hale Center. There were 791 households and 529 families.
Here's a quick look at the different groups of people:
| Group | Number | Percentage |
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| White (not Hispanic) | 595 | 28.86% |
| Black or African American (not Hispanic) | 29 | 1.41% |
| Native American or Alaska Native (not Hispanic) | 9 | 0.44% |
| Asian (not Hispanic) | 5 | 0.24% |
| Pacific Islander (not Hispanic) | 1 | 0.05% |
| Other Race (not Hispanic) | 3 | 0.15% |
| Mixed/Multi-Racial (not Hispanic) | 49 | 2.38% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 1,371 | 66.49% |
| Total | 2,062 |
Population in 2010
In 2010, 2,252 people lived in Hale Center. About 63.2% of the people were Hispanic or Latino.
- About 31% of the population was under 18 years old.
- About 53.8% were between 18 and 64 years old.
- About 15.2% were 65 years or older.
The average age of people in Hale Center was 33.9 years.
Education in Hale Center
Students in Hale Center go to schools in the Hale Center Independent School District. The local high school is Hale Center High School, and their sports teams are called the Owls.
See also
In Spanish: Hale Center (Texas) para niños
