Hereford

Deaf Smith County, Texas

Population 18K |Median income $60,799 |1 hospital

Population

18,460

Deaf Smith County

Median Income

$60,799

-11% vs avg

Median Home Value

$121,300

-47% vs avg

Median Age

31.3

years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024

Population

18K-4%

Median Income

$60,799+47%

Median Home Value

$121,300+51%

Poverty Rate

17.7%-6%

Unemployment

3.5%-20%

Economics

Median Rent

$926/mo

Poverty Rate

17.7% +25% vs avg

Unemployment 3.5%

Bachelor's Degree+ 11.4%

Work From Home 2.5%

Public Transit 0%

Population

White 40.5%

African American 2.6%

Asian 0.1%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Short Sleep Duration

41.5%

Obesity

40.7%

Physical Inactivity

39.8%

High Blood Pressure

35.5%

Lack of Health Insurance

34.7%

Frequent Mental Distress

18.4%

Frequent Physical Distress

17.2%

Diabetes

16.4%

Binge Drinking

15.9%

Current Smoking

15.7%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 40.2%

Annual Checkup 71.4%

Other Measures

Current Asthma

9.4%

Coronary Heart Disease

7.1%

Stroke

3.9%

Alerts & News — Hereford Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Red Flag Warning Issued for Deep South Texas: Critical Fire Weather Risk Through Monday

NOAA · 2d ago

Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Galveston Bay Through Sunday Night

NOAA · 2d ago

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for East Texas and Northwest Louisiana

NOAA · 3d ago

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Tyler and Jasper Counties in Southeast Texas

NOAA · 3d ago

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Jasper and Tyler Counties in Southeast Texas

NOAA · 3d ago

Disasters

FEMA Authorizes Fire Management Assistance for Corner Pocket Fire in Texas

FEMA · 3d ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Hereford, TX? ▼

Hereford, TX has a population of 18,460 people, located in Deaf Smith County, Texas.

What is the median household income in Hereford? ▼

The median household income in Hereford, TX is $60,799 per year. The poverty rate is 17.7%.

What is the median home value in Hereford? ▼

The median home value in Hereford, TX is $121,300. Median rent is $926/month.

What are the top health concerns in Hereford? ▼

The top health indicators in Hereford include Short Sleep Duration (41.5%), Obesity (40.7%), Physical Inactivity (39.8%). Data from CDC PLACES.

How many hospitals are in Hereford? ▼

Hereford has 1 hospital with an average rating of null/5 stars. 0 have emergency departments.

What is the median age in Hereford? ▼

The median age in Hereford, TX is 31.3 years. 11.4% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Hereford, TX is located in Deaf Smith County, Texas. With a population of 18K and a median household income of $60,799, the community faces health challenges including short sleep duration and obesity. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of null/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Hereford area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Deaf Smith County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.