Olney, Texas facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Olney, Texas
City
Downtown Olney (2016)
Location of Olney, Texas
Country	United States
State	Texas
County	Young
Incorporated (city)	1909
Government
• Type	Mayor-Council
Area
• Total	2.03 sq mi (5.25 km2)
• Land	2.02 sq mi (5.24 km2)
• Water	0.01 sq mi (0.01 km2)
Elevation	1,184 ft (361 m)
Population  (2020)
• Total	3,007
• Density	1,481/sq mi (572.8/km2)
Demonym(s)	Olneyan
Time zone	UTC-6 (Central (CST))
• Summer (DST)	UTC-5 (CDT)
ZIP code	76374
Area code(s)	940
FIPS code	48-54000
GNIS feature ID	1364537
Website	http://www.olney.tx.citygovt.org/

Olney is a city located in Young County, Texas, United States. It is a small community with a population of 3,007 people, according to the 2020 census. Olney is known for its friendly atmosphere and local industries.

History of Olney

Olney has an interesting past. On May 18, 1951, the city faced a very strong tornado. This tornado was so powerful that it caused a lot of damage. Experts like Thomas P. Grazulis even suggested it might have been one of the strongest types of tornadoes, possibly an F5 on the Fujita scale.

Geography and Climate in Olney

Olney is found at 33°22′5″N 98°45′29″W / 33.36806°N 98.75806°W / 33.36806; -98.75806. It covers a total area of about 2.0 square miles (5.2 square kilometers), and nearly all of it is land. The city is located about 45 miles south of Wichita Falls.

Olney's Climate Patterns

The weather in Olney is usually hot and humid during the summer months. Winters are generally mild to cool. This type of weather is known as a humid subtropical climate, which is often marked as Cfa on climate maps.

Olney's Population and People

The population of Olney has changed over the years. Here's how it has grown and shrunk:

Understanding Olney's 2020 Population

In 2020, the city of Olney had 3,007 residents. There were 1,370 households and 821 families living in the city. The population is made up of people from different backgrounds. Most residents are White (about 67%), with a significant number of people identifying as Hispanic or Latino (about 24.7%). There are also smaller groups of Black or African American, Asian, Native American, and multiracial individuals.

Economy and Jobs in Olney

Olney has its own airport, the Olney Municipal Airport, located southwest of the city. This airport is home to the Air Tractor company, which is a big employer with 450 workers. Air Tractor makes special planes used for farming, called agricultural aircraft. The airport is also used for testing new aircraft, like the Carter PAV, and for training pilots for events like the Red Bull Air Race World Championship.

Education in Olney

Students in Olney attend schools that are part of the Olney Independent School District. For those who want to continue their education after high school, Ranger Junior College is the designated community college for most of Young County, including Olney.

Olney Community Library and Arts Center

The Olney Community Library and Arts Center is a great resource for learning and creativity. It is conveniently located on the Olney school campus at 807 W. Hamilton.

Famous People from Olney

Many notable individuals have come from Olney, Texas. Here are a few:

• Kyle Clifton, a former player in the National Football League (NFL).
• Jim Grisham, another former NFL player.
• George D. Keathley, who received the Medal of Honor for his bravery.
• Bob Lilly, a legendary defensive tackle for the Dallas Cowboys and a member of the Pro Football Hall of Fame.
• Bob Oliver, an American football player.
• Johnny Vaught, a well-known head coach for Ole Miss and a member of the College Football Hall of Fame.
• James Vick, a professional UFC lightweight fighter.

Gallery

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  South side of Olney's Main Street, Texas State Highway 114.

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  Sign promoting the One-Arm Dove Hunt.

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  City Hall.

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  Olney water tower.

See also

In Spanish: Olney (Texas) para niños