Amherst, Texas
Amherst: city in Texas, United States
About
Amherst is a city located in the county of Lamar in the U.S. state of Texas. Its population at the 2010 census was 721 and a population density of 328 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 652 inhabitants.
Quick Facts about Amherst
| Population | 652 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Texas (United States) |
| County | Lamar County |
| Postal code | 79312 |
| Phone Area Codes | 806 |
| Area | 2.2 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 33.7279,-95.4794 |
| Altitude | 3,652 feet / 1113 meters |
| Time Zone | Central Time Zone |
| Local time | 18:42:09 (18th April 2026) |
| Density | 296 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -10.58% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 65℉ Showers And Thunderstorms Likely 7-days weather |
Geography
Amherst is located at 33°43'40"N 95°28'46"W (33.7278800, -95.4794000).
Amherst map
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Weather
Showers and thunderstorms likely. Mostly cloudy. High near 65, with temperatures falling to around 61 in the afternoon. North northwest wind 15 to 20...
7-Day ForecastDemographics
According to census records, the population of Amherst decreased by 10.58% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 721 | - | census |
| 2011 | 721 | 0% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 714 | -0.98% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 702 | -1.71% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 695 | -1.01% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 684 | -1.61% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 683 | -0.15% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 680 | -0.44% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 670 | -1.49% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 660 | -1.52% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 652 | -1.23% | estimation process |
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Amherst, TX. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 227401 | Paris Junior College | Paris (TX) | 75460 |
Nearby Transit Stations (1)
Rail and bus stations connected to Amherst, TX. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| MIN | Mineola | 115 East Front St. | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Amherst.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Par Post Office | Paris (TX) | 75460 |
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Other cities in Lamar County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Lamar County , TX.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Paris | 24,872 | County seat of Lamar County, Texas, United States |
| Forest Hill | 12,943 | Suburb of Fort Worth in Tarrant County, Texas, United States |
| Reno | 3,349 | City in Lamar County, Texas, United States |
| Blossom | 1,576 | City |
| Roxton | 640 | City in Lamar County, Texas, United States |
| Deport | 555 | City in Lamar County, Texas, United States |
| Sun Valley | 80 | City in Texas, United States |
| Toco | 76 | City in Lamar County, Texas, United States. |