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Introduction to Pecos, Texas
Pecos, Texas is 72 miles SW of Odessa, Texas (center to center) and 177 miles E of El Paso, Texas. It is located in Reeves county and the population is 9,501.
Pecos History
When the Texas and Pacific Railway was constructed, Pecos emerged as a train depot. The introduction of irrigation turned the city into a commercial center for produce, such as onions, cotton and cantaloupes. When mining operations ceased in the 1990s, the growth of the city reversed.
Pecos and Nearby Attractions
Things To Do In Pecos
People may visit popular museums like West of the Pecos Museum and Ellen Noel Art Museum. West of the Pecos Museum displays artifacts of the areas history. Several of the nearby parks are Balmorhea State Park, Maxey Park, and Monahans Sand Hills State Park. Local celebrations include West of the Pecos Parade, and Night in Old Pecos/Cantaloupe Festival.
Pecos Transportation
Midland International Airport is the nearest major airport.
Pecos Higher Education
Colleges near Pecos include Odessa College, University of Texas of the Permian Basin, and Sul Ross State University.
Pecos strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Texas):
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| Racial Diversity (vs. Peers) | Top 6% |  |
| Affordability of Rents (vs. Peers) | Top 7% | |
| Low Violent Crime (vs. Peers) | Top 8% | |
| Short Commute Times (vs. Peers) | Top 12% | |
| Affordability of Property Taxes (vs. Peers) | Top 15% | |
Comparing Pecos to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Texas (State):
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