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Plainview, TX

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Population
19,314
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
3,363 ft
Median Home Value
$113,000
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$851/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$44,768
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024

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OverallBest places in TexasPopulation rankingHighest population places in TexasNearest larger communityLubbock, Texas44 miles away · 273,071 residents.

About Plainview

Plainview is a city and the county seat of Hale County, Texas, situated in the High Plains region of the state. Home to Wayland Baptist University, founded in 1908, the city of approximately 19,711 features the Downtown Plainview Commercial Historic District which serves as a regional business and cultural hub. Public education is administered by the Plainview Independent School District.

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Lower County Wildfire Hazard Potential ClassA+100.0ratingLower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0ratingLow State Income TaxA+100.0rating

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