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Anton, Texas, in Hockley county, is 24 miles NW of Lubbock, Texas (center to center) and 270 miles E of Albuquerque, New Mexico. The city has a population of 1,200.
In Anton, about 64% of adults are married. Anton is considered a city for married couples and families. Households are larger than most, which is consistent with the family emphasis of the city.
Approximately 28% of Anton is non-white. Anton boasts a diverse population for Texas, with several racial groups well-represented among the population.
In 2000, Anton had a median family income of $36,250.
Residents gave more to the Democratic party than any of the others.
About 73% of housing units in Anton are owner-occupied. Typical rents in the city are affordable, at least compared to other cities in the state. Homeowners in Anton benefit from lower real estate taxes than most other cities in Texas.
In Anton, 92% of commuters drive to work. Residents of the city, taking advantage of public transportation, try to avoid being as dependent on their cars as people in some other places.
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