Lamesa, Texas
Lamesa: city in Texas, USA
About
Lamesa is a city located in the county of Dawson in the U.S. state of Texas. Its population at the 2010 census was 9,422 and a population density of 708 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 9,131 inhabitants.
The city was created 123 years ago in 1902.
Lamesa is a small town in the center of Texas. It's a great place to stop for a bite to eat and some coffee, or to pick up some supplies for your trip through the Llano Estacado.
If you're looking for something more exciting, there are plenty of museums in the area that will tell you all about the history of this part of West Texas. There's also an art gallery downtown that carries everything from paintings to pottery and glasswork by local artists.
Lamesa is home to several schools, including an elementary school, junior high school, and high school. It also has one hospital: Memorial Hospital of Lamesa (MHOL). The hospital was founded in 1923 and serves as a major medical center for the surrounding area.
Lamesa is home to Dawson County Community College, which has both associate degrees and bachelor's degrees available in subjects like business administration, English composition and literature, engineering technology, nursing (RN), human services/social work, mathematics education, psychology/sociology/criminology/legal studies (BA), biology/biotechnology (BS), early childhood education (BS), secondary education (BS), special education teacher certification (BS), visual communication design (BFA), physical therapy assistant certification program (AS).
Quick Facts about Lamesa
| Population | 9,131 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Texas (United States) |
| County | Dawson County |
| Postal code | 79331 |
| Phone Area Codes | 806 |
| Area | 13.31 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 32.7376,-101.9510 |
| Altitude | 2,992 feet / 912 meters |
| Capital city | Lamesa is capital of Dawson County |
| Establishment | January 01, 1903 (123 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/Chicago |
| Local time | 11:14:59 (12th April 2026) |
| Density | 686 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -3.19% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 85℉ Chance Rain Showers 7-days weather |
Geography
Lamesa is located at 32°44'15"N 101°57'4"W (32.7376000, -101.9509900).
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Weather
A chance of rain showers before 1pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly sunny, with a high near 85.
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Official WebsiteDemographics
According to census records, the population of Lamesa decreased by 3.19% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 9,422 | - | census |
| 2011 | 9,304 | -1.27% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 9,189 | -1.25% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 9,322 | 1.43% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 9,366 | 0.47% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 9,373 | 0.07% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 9,382 | 0.1% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 9,166 | -2.36% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 9,057 | -1.2% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 9,147 | 0.98% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 9,131 | -0.18% | estimation process |
Services and Civic Places in Lamesa
1Lamesa City Hall
601 S 1st St, Lamesa, TX 79331 View details
Phone: +18068722124 | Website available
2Los Ybanez City Hall
1919 County Rd 20 #52A, Lamesa, TX 79331 View details
Phone: +18068725017
People born in Lamesa (11)
People born in Lamesa, including autism rights activist Jim Sinclair, actor Barry Corbin, armed forces veteran and politician Steve Pearce, .
More notable people
- Brad Cornett (American baseball player) he was born in 04/02/1969
- Edward R. Tinsley (American businessman) he was born in 26/08/1952
- Jerry Taff (American journalist) he was born in 09/09/1940
- Judy Jensen (American artist) she was born in 01/01/1953
- Steve Freeman (American football player) he was born in 08/05/1953
- Ernest Hawkins (American football coach (1926-2018)) he was born in 01/01/1926
- Bo Robinson (American football player) he was born in 27/05/1956
- Jerry H. Jones (American political aide) he was born in 01/01/1939
Closest post offices linked to Lamesa.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Lamesa Post Office | Lamesa (TX) | 79331 |
Other cities in Dawson County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Dawson County , TX.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Ackerly | 234 | City in Texas, United States |
| Los Ybanez | 17 | City in Dawson County, Texas, United States |
Distance to Other Cities
Lamesa distances to largest Texas cities