Abernathy, Texas (79311) is a small town with a population of 3,615 people and a population density of 21 people per square mile. It is located in Hale County in the Texas Panhandle region. Abernathy is known for its family-friendly atmosphere and has many local businesses, year-round outdoor activities, organizations, and sporting events to choose from.
The town has a variety of restaurants including Myra's Mexican Restaurant, Nacho Cabana Tex Mex Bistro, The Granary, and Joe's Place Steakhouse & Saloon. Other local businesses include Loredo Dairy Supply Inc., Custom Cuts/Styles Salon & Spa, JB’s Pharmacy, and Abernathy Cash Saver Grocery.
Outdoor enthusiasts have plenty to explore here with the nearby lake for fishing and boating as well as bird watching areas within Hale County State Park which also offers camping sites throughout the year. There are also parks within the city which offer picnic areas and trails for walking or biking around the lake.
Abernathy also hosts numerous festivals such as the annual Mule Festival which celebrates its history with livestock shows, mule races, entertainment venues and more every year in June. There are several organizations that provide community services such as The Rotary Club of Abernathy Community Services and other programs such as Meals on Wheels. Finally there are youth sports teams like baseball/softball leagues that go through out the summer months as well as golf courses to enjoy year round!
The population in Abernathy (zip 79311) is 3,615. There are 21 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Abernathy (zip 79311) is 37.8, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Abernathy (zip 79311) is 2.8, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Abernathy (zip 79311)
- 58.1% are married
- 6.4% are divorced
- 35.4% are married with children
- 12.7% have children, but are single
Race in Abernathy (zip 79311)
- 55.4% are White
- 0.3% are Black
- 0.1% are Asian
- 0.1% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 41.6% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 2.5% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander