Slaton, Texas

According to FRANCISCOGARDENING, Slaton is a small city located in the northern part of Texas in the United States. It has a population of approximately 8,000 people and covers an area of 3.2 square miles. The geography of the area is mainly flat lowland with some rolling hills on the eastern side. The climate is typically hot and humid during the summer months and mild and dry during the winter months. The average temperature range is between 60°F and 90°F throughout the year.

The history of Slaton dates back to 1881 when it was first settled by ranchers from nearby towns. It was incorporated as a town in 1906, and its name comes from early settler William Slaton, who ran a successful ranching operation in the area for many years. Over time, agriculture became less important to Slaton’s economy as other industries began to take hold. Today, Slaton’s economy is largely driven by manufacturing, retail, healthcare, education, and tourism.

The city’s politics are managed by a mayor-council form of government with four council members elected at large every two years to serve four-year terms on the council. The current mayor is James Carter who was elected in 2020.

Slaton has several public schools including an elementary school, middle school, high school, and alternative learning center operated by the Slaton Independent School District (SISD). In addition to these public schools there are also several private schools located within city limits as well as churches providing religious education for local children and adults alike.

There are a number of notable landmarks located within or near Slaton including Lake Alan Henry which provides recreational activities such as boating and fishing for visitors; Lubbock Lake Landmark which offers visitors an archaeological site featuring artifacts from 12000 BCE; Buffalo Springs Nature Park which features trails for hiking or biking; Buddy Holly Center which hosts exhibits related to music legend Buddy Holly’s life; Prairie Dog Town State Historic Site which showcases an old prairie dog colony; Joyland Amusement Park which provides rides for children; Silent Wings Museum dedicated to World War II glider pilots; Science Spectrum Museum that has interactive science exhibits; National Ranching Heritage Center that displays artifacts related to ranching history; Cactus Theater showcasing live performances; Silent Wings Museum featuring glider planes used during World War II ; Texas Tech University located just outside of Slaton offering educational opportunities for students looking to further their education beyond high school level courses ;and American Wind Power Center showcasing windmills from all over America .

Population: 6,109. Estimated population in July 2020: 5,727 (-6.3% change)
Males: 2,854 (46.7%), Females: 3,255 (53.3%)

Lubbock County

Zip code: 79364

Median resident age: 35.0 years
Median household income: $25,915
Median house value: $40,700

Races in Slaton:

Ancestries: United States (19.0%), German (6.6%), English (3.4%), Irish (3.2%).

Elevation: 3081 feet

Land area: 5.4 square miles

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Slaton, Texas is a small town of just over 6,000 people located in Lubbock County, Texas. It is situated in the South Plains region of West Texas and lies at the intersection of State Highway 207 and U.S. Highway 84. The town was founded in 1908 by the Santa Fe Railroad and named after James H Slaton, an early settler in the area.

The population of Slaton has grown steadily over the past century, with a mix of ethnicities making up its current population. According to 2018 Census estimates, approximately 4% of the population is African American, 2% Hispanic or Latino, and 1% Native American or Alaska Native. The remaining 93% are White non-Hispanic residents.

The median age for Slaton residents is 32 years old and approximately 28% of residents are under 18 years old. The median household income for this small town is estimated to be $37,500 per year which is slightly lower than both state and national averages.

Slaton is home to a diverse range of cultures that have come together to form its unique identity as a small Texas town. It has an active downtown area with several businesses serving local needs such as groceries stores, cafes, restaurants and entertainment venues such as movie theaters and bowling alleys. Additionally there are several churches representing various denominations throughout the community that provide spiritual guidance to its inhabitants.

For population 25 years and over in Slaton

• High school or higher: 60.9%
• Bachelor’s degree or higher: 6.2%
• Graduate or professional degree: 2.6%
• Unemployed: 7.0%
• Mean travel time to work: 24.4 minutes

For population 15 years and over in Slaton city

• Never married: 21.9%
• Now married: 55.7%
• Separated: 3.6%
• Widowed: 9.3%
• Divorced: 9.5%

3.3% Foreign born (2.4% Latin America, 0.7% Europe).

Population change in the 1990s: -7 (-0.1%).

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