What is Abilene known for?

Abilene is known as the “Official Storybook Capital of America” because it has the largest public collection of sculptural storybook characters in the state. Visit downtown Abilene and snap a selfie with six sculptures of Dr. Seuss characters, which are among 24 statues in the area.

What major city is near Abilene?

Abilene is located off Interstate 20, between exits 279 on its western edge and 292 on the east. It is 150 miles (240 km) west of Fort Worth. The city is looped by I-20 to the north, US 83/84 on the west, and Loop 322 to the east. A railroad divides the city down the center into north and south.

Is Abilene a good place to live?

Abilene is in Taylor County and is one of the best places to live in Texas. Living in Abilene offers residents a sparse suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In Abilene there are a lot of parks. Many families and young professionals live in Abilene and residents tend to lean conservative.

What towns are close to Abilene?

Cities 50 miles from Abilene

49 miles: Fort Chadbourne, TX.
46 miles: McCaulley, TX.
45 miles: Cisco, TX.
44 miles: Cross Plains, TX.
42 miles: Sweetwater, TX.
42 miles: Moran, TX.
42 miles: Mitchell, TX.
42 miles: Hamlin, TX.

Is Abilene Texas a big city?

Abilene has a 2020 population of 125,355. It is also the county seat of Taylor County. Abilene is currently growing at a rate of 0.52% annually and its population has increased by 6.41% since the most recent census, which recorded a population of 117,805 in 2010.

Is Abilene a pretty town?

If you aren’t a reader of House Beautiful, then you may have missed that they named Abilene as Kansas’s most beautiful small town. Abilene is by far one of our best, and though many are familiar with it, we think sometimes it’s nice to be reminded of how amazing it truly is.

Should I move to Abilene?

Residents can enjoy cultural events, a thriving arts scene, unique museums, sporting events, parks, children’s activities, hunting, fishing and so much more. These combined with a low-cost of living, warm climate and a ten-minute commute time ensures those that move to Abilene, stay in Abilene.

How often does it snow in Abilene?

Climate Averages

	Abilene, Texas	United States
Rainfall	25.9 in.	38.1 in.
Snowfall	3.4 in.	27.8 in.
Precipitation	58.7 days	106.2 days
Sunny	243 days	205 days