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Hereford, TX

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Population
14,976
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
3,816 ft
Median Home Value
$109,700
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$953/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$56,868
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024

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OverallBest places in TexasPopulation rankingHighest population places in TexasNearest larger communityAmarillo, Texas41 miles away · 205,130 residents.

About Hereford

Hereford is a city and the county seat of Deaf Smith County, Texas, situated southwest of Amarillo. Founded in 1899 as Blue Water and renamed for the local ranchers' cattle, the community of approximately 14,840 is home to the Deaf Smith County Historical Museum. Public education is served by the Hereford Independent School District.

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Lower FEMA County Hurricane Risk IndexA+100.0ratingLower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0ratingLow State Income TaxA+100.0rating

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