Tahoka Texas Map

About Tahoka, Texas

Tahoka is a locality in Lynn County, Texas, United States. It has a population of approximately 2,424. The population density is 398.1 people per km². Tahoka is located at 33.1668°N, 101.7938°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. ZIP code: 79373.

Tahoka unfolds across a landscape of broad, sun-drenched plains, where the sky seems to stretch on forever, an immense, ever-changing canvas of cerulean and gold. It lies 28.6 miles south of Lubbock, TX (from Lubbock, TX: bearing 173°T), and is situated 14.2 miles north of ODonnell. The terrain is largely flat, punctuated by the subtle rise and fall of the land, a gentle topography that invites the eye to wander towards the distant horizon. Here, the air itself carries a dry, clean scent, often tinged with the earthy aroma of cultivated fields, and the light at dusk can paint the sky in hues of rose and lavender, a quiet spectacle that settles over the small clusters of buildings. The character of Tahoka is one of quiet resilience, a place where life moves with a measured pace, attuned to the seasons and the rhythms of the agricultural cycle. The story of Tahoka is intrinsically tied to the rich, dark soil that defines this corner of Lynn County, a fertile ground that has drawn settlers and sustained a proud agricultural heritage. The local economy has long been rooted in farming, with cotton and grain being principal crops, their amber waves rippling across the fields in the summer breeze. This agricultural foundation has shaped the town's identity, fostering a sense of community where neighbors rely on one another, a characteristic often felt in the friendly greetings exchanged on the streets. Beyond the fields, Tahoka has also seen its share of oil and gas activity over the years, adding another layer to its economic fabric, a reminder of the natural resources that lie beneath this seemingly tranquil surface.

About This Tahoka Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Tahoka, Texas — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 33.16676, -101.793767. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Tahoka and Lynn County.

Detailed location data for Tahoka includes the ZIP code (79373), telephone area code (806), county seat of Lynn County (Tahoka), and school district assignment (Tahoka Independent School District). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Tahoka is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.