Name: Abilene, TX
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Living in Abilene, TX

Ranks better than 75% of areas Follow

Population

124,691

Median Age

32.0 Years

Abilene Area Facts

Abilene has a Livability Score of 75_/100, which is considered excellent
Abilene crime rates are 18% lower than the Texas average
Cost of living in Abilene is 3% lower than the Texas average

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What do the locals think about Abilene?

63%

Family friendly

58%

Public transit is accessible

26%

Walkable to grocery stores

37%

Yards are well-kept

63%

Lots of parks

26%

Walkable to restaurants

Friendly neighbors

Safe at night

Pet friendly

Streets have sidewalks

53%

A quiet area

53%

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Dismal Cataclysmic Abilene 1 rating By Anonymous ( May 26, 2019) People are extremely rude here, and openly prejudiced. I would say the word is Katagelasticism. Unfortunately, those who think themselves to be better than others. ...Read More Read Less

Nothing here for anyone 0.5 rating By parhetic ( Apr 27, 2018) No nightlife. No outdoor activity. No decent clubs, places to shop or anything for the kids. Roads here are terrible and full of potholes, the planes from the air base are so loud you wonder why you moved here. There’s nothing to do but go to church, go eat crappy fast food, or ...Read More buy beer and stay home. The lake near here is muddy and smells bad. The few parks are ugly and have nothing to offer. Shopping is a joke because the stores here have no selection at all. Wish there was something good to say... Read Less

Abilene = DRABILENE 0.5 rating By GracefulGhost ( Jun 24, 2016) If you like awful tasting food, very little to do, around a lot of nice people, Abilene is the place for you. To top it off, shopping is pathetic yet advertisements encourage people to shop Abilene. The city is paving new roads for the wealthy parts of town, yet there is a beauti ...Read More ful, historic area all around the downtown that has dilapidated. Downtown could be a lively mecca, and there is so much potential for building fun activities, yet nothing. Read Less

Historic Abilene, Texas 4.5 rating By Anonymous ( Jun 03, 2010) While traveling out west last summer we decided to make a day stop in the city of Abilene, Texas. Not knowing what to expect, we were pleasantly surprised with all the historical sites and attractions the city had to offer. There were several interesting things to see and do.

Ou ...Read More r first place to visit in Abilene was the downtown area. There were three great museums, the 12th Armored Division Memorial Museum, Frontier Texas and the Grace Museum, all within walking distance of each other. Our favorite was Frontier Texas as it offered panoramic scenes of the real old west.

In the afternoon we visited the Bone Gap Historic Village. This was really a treat as the entire village was like going back in time. It was interesting to see how it would be to live in the early nineteen hundreds.

We saw many interesting shops and restaurants in Abilene, too. I also noticed that there was a city zoo, several golf courses and the Ball Ranch dinner Theatre. We now wish we would have made more time for our visit there. I hope to return someday and enjoy more of everything Abilene has to offer. Read Less

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Abilene = DRABILENE 0.5 rating By GracefulGhost ( Jun 24, 2016) If you like awful tasting food, very little to do, around a lot of nice people, Abilene is the place for you. To top it off, shopping is pathetic yet advertisements encourage people to shop Abilene. The city is paving new roads for the wealthy parts of town, yet there is a beauti ...Read More ful, historic area all around the downtown that has dilapidated. Downtown could be a lively mecca, and there is so much potential for building fun activities, yet nothing. Read Less

Historic Abilene, Texas 4.5 rating By Anonymous ( Jun 03, 2010) While traveling out west last summer we decided to make a day stop in the city of Abilene, Texas. Not knowing what to expect, we were pleasantly surprised with all the historical sites and attractions the city had to offer. There were several interesting things to see and do.

Ou ...Read More r first place to visit in Abilene was the downtown area. There were three great museums, the 12th Armored Division Memorial Museum, Frontier Texas and the Grace Museum, all within walking distance of each other. Our favorite was Frontier Texas as it offered panoramic scenes of the real old west.

In the afternoon we visited the Bone Gap Historic Village. This was really a treat as the entire village was like going back in time. It was interesting to see how it would be to live in the early nineteen hundreds.

We saw many interesting shops and restaurants in Abilene, too. I also noticed that there was a city zoo, several golf courses and the Ball Ranch dinner Theatre. We now wish we would have made more time for our visit there. I hope to return someday and enjoy more of everything Abilene has to offer. Read Less

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Abilene, TX

Abilene is a city located west of Fort Worth in Taylor County. It boasts a population around 118,000 and is known as the city with a small town feel. Because of its location, it became the new rail head for Texas cattle drives in 1883. It was once a frontier settlement with an economy based on cattle and agriculture, but later became the center for oil and gas production. The cost of living in Abilene is approximately 85% of the United States average. Housing is affordable in the city and surrounding areas in what is known as the Texas Midwest. Rent and new home prices are among the lowest in the state.

History buffs have made Abilene a popular destination. There are several museums to visit including Frontier Texas, which features a history of the American West. This state-of-the art museum is located in downtown Abilene. A museum honoring the World War II's 12th Armored Tank Division and the Hellcats is a place to learn about World War II. Those who prefer a more modern attraction can visit the Abilene Zoo with its hundreds of animal species.

Located in the heart of the Bible Belt, Abilene is home to three Christian Universities. Hardin-Simmons, Abilene Christian, and McMurry University are the center of quality, secondary education in the area. While these universities employ many, Dyess Air Force Base is Abilene's biggest employer. There is no need to worry about a lot of traffic in the city or county. The average commute time is well below the U.S. and Texas average at only a little over 11 minutes. The many scenic lakes and surrounding prime lands contribute to the natural beauty of the area. Hunting and fishing enthusiasts have many select locations from which to choose.

There is no need to travel to Dallas, Fort Worth, or Austin to shop, enjoy fine dining, or attend a concert. Abilene offers a vibrant downtown filled with specialty shops and a diverse variety of restaurants. Many well-known department stores are conveniently located in the Mall of Abilene, which is just a short drive from downtown.

Abilene is an historic city with a modern feel and a Texas twang. Longtime residents are proud of their Western heritage. The entire community is very supportive of the universities and Dyess Air Force Base. The West Texas Fair and Rodeo is a huge annual event that draws crowds from all over Texas and other states. The friendly people, low cost of living, beautiful surroundings, and educational opportunities make Abilene one of the best places to live in Texas. Visitors have been known to come for a visit and never leave. It is a place to hang your hat forever.