"A Closer Connection"
(Economic Development)
Farwell,
Texas isn't just another of America's Hometowns. It's small in size,
but big in heart and all the opportunities it offers! Conveniently
located approximately 90 miles from the two major cities of Lubbock,
Texas and Amarillo, Texas and 10 miles from Clovis, New Mexico,
Farwell offers it's citizens the best of two states!Farwell serves as the County Seat for Parmer County. The courthouse was built in 1917 after Farwell was officially founded in 1905.
Whether you're a visitor to Farwell or a lifelong resident, people are our number one concern! There's always a friendly smile, cup of coffee or a get-together at the park.
Location
| Latitude: 34.385408 | Longitude:-103.036498 | Elevation: 4,141 |
Population:
| Estimated 1997 | 1990 | |
| City | 1,425 | 1,373 |
| County | 10,466 | |
| County Seat | Farwell, Texas | |
Climate:
| Temperature | Annual Average | 57.1 |
| January | 37.6 | |
| July | 77.4 | |
| Average Annual Rainfall (inches) | 17.44" | |
| Average Annual Snow Fall | 7.8" |
Education:
| Public School District | Farwell Public School |
| Enrollment Total | 568 |
Financial:
| #Banks | 2 |
Government:
| Full Time Police | Y |
| Full Time Firefighters | N |
| Volunteer Firefighters | Y |
Medical:
| Total # Hospitals | N/A | ||
| Transportation | Y | ||
Utility Providers:
| City Utility | Southwestern Public Service |
| County Utility | Deaf Smith Electric |
| Water Utility | City |
| Water Source | Wells |
| Treatment Method | MethodChlorinated |
| Sewer/Waste | City |
| Telephone Company | ENMR•Plateau Telecommunications |
| Digital Service | Yes |
| Local Internet Access | Plateau Telecommunications |
Community/Recreation:
| Churches (Total) | 3 |
| Hotels | 5 |
| APark1Golf Course9 Hole | 9 Hole |
Transportation:
| Nearest Interstate | ||
| Next Nearest Interstate | I-40 | # Miles 90 |
| U.S. Highways | 70-84 60 | # Miles 0 |
| Closest Major Airport | Lubbock | # Miles 94 |
Annual Events:
| January | Parmer County Jr. Livestock Show |
| July | Border Town Days |
| November | Arts and Crafts Fair |
For additional information about:
Farwell, Texas contact the City Hall at 806-481-3620.
Farwell, Texas