Hale County Map, Texas

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Hale County, Texas

Hale County stretches across the Texas High Plains. Plainview, the county seat, sits about halfway between Lubbock and Amarillo. Plainview’s downtown is worth a visit, with its historic buildings and local shops.
The landscape here is wide open, with endless skies and golden wheat fields. Agriculture is the backbone of the local economy. You’ll see massive irrigation systems watering crops in summer.
The county has some interesting history. It was named after John C. Hale, a hero of the Texas Revolution. The area’s known for its fierce windstorms and occasional blizzards. But the people here are tough and friendly. Hale County’s a place where hard work and community spirit go hand in hand.
Category | Details |
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County Name | Hale County |
County Seat | Plainview |
Population | Approximately 33,000 |
Cities, Towns, and Communities | Plainview, Hale Center, Abernathy, Petersburg |
Interstates and Highways | Interstate 27, U.S. Highway 70, State Highway 194 |
FIPS Code | 48-189 |
Total Area (Land and Water) | 1,005 square miles (1,004 sq mi land, 1 sq mi water) |
Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Swisher County (North), Floyd County (East), Lubbock County (South), Lamb County (West), Castro County (Northwest), Hockley County (Southwest), Crosby County (Southeast) |
Time Zone | Central Time Zone (CST) |
State | Texas |
Coordinates | 34°00’N, 101°50’W |
Etymology | Named after Lt. John C. Hale, a hero of the Battle of San Jacinto |
Major Landmarks | Museum of the Llano Estacado, Plainview Point Theatre, Hale County Airport |
Website | Hale County Website |
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