Hereford, TX
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- 3,816 ft USGS GNIS community points and 3DEP elevation · GNIS 2026-07-06; USGS 3DEP sampled 2026-07-23
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Located in the Texas Panhandle about 45 minutes southwest of Amarillo, Hereford is a welcoming agricultural community of roughly 15,000 residents. Known across the country as the Beef Capital of the World, the town takes its name from the famous cattle breed that shaped its early ranching roots. Today, cattle, farming, and modern dairies anchor a steady local economy, giving the area an industrious, friendly feel surrounded by wide-open plains.
Daily life in Hereford offers the quiet pace of a small town alongside everyday essentials for families and newcomers. The local school district serves students across several campuses, and Amarillo College maintains a branch right in town for continuing education. With neighborhood parks, community events, and easy highway routes that put Amarillo's larger medical centers, shopping, and airport within a short drive, Hereford provides a comfortable balance of rural living and practical convenience.
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