Keene, Texas
Keene: City in Johnson County, Texas, United States
About
Keene is a city located in the county of Johnson in the U.S. state of Texas. Its population at the 2010 census was 6,106 and a population density of 469 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 6,588 inhabitants.
Keene, Texas is a charming city located in Johnson County, Texas. It has a population of 6,456 and is growing each year. The city is home to Southwestern Adventist University, which was founded in 1900 and offers degrees in arts, sciences, business administration and education.
Keene is located at (32.195829, -97.870523). According to the United States Census Bureau in 2000, the city had a total area of 7.4 square miles (19 km²), all land. In the 1990s, many new subdivisions were built in Keene. In 2000, there were 9,933 residents; by 2010 this number had risen to 13,698 people.
Keene is also known for its natural beauty—it's surrounded by rolling hills and trees that are nearly always green! The city's elevation is 272 meters above sea level, making it perfect for hiking or just getting outside on a nice day.
In addition to being close to nature, Keene has many other things going for it: a hospital with 24-hour emergency care and urgent care services; an active Chamber of Commerce; an excellent public library; great schools; and plenty of local businesses including restaurants, grocery stores and shops!
Quick Facts about Keene
| Population : | 6,588 (2020) |
| Country : | United States of America |
| State : | Texas (United States) |
| County : | Johnson County |
| Postal code : | 76059 |
| Phone Area Codes : | 817 |
| Area : | 13.01 km2 |
| Altitude : | 892 feet / 272 meters |
| Time Zone : | America/Chicago |
| Local time : | 03:20:33 (22nd December 2024) |
| Density : | 506 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth : | 7.32% (2010-2020) |
Geography
Keene is located at 32°23'49"N 97°19'26"W (32.3968100, -97.3239000).
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- Official Website
Official website of Keene
Demographics
The population of Keene increased by 7.32% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
| 2010 | 6,106 | - | census |
| 2011 | 6,087 | -0.31% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 6,096 | 0.15% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 6,117 | 0.34% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 6,168 | 0.83% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 6,249 | 1.3% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 6,303 | 0.86% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 6,375 | 1.13% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 6,451 | 1.18% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 6,568 | 1.78% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 6,588 | 0.3% | estimation process |
Schools in Keene
College & universities near Keene, TX
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 228468 | Southwestern Adventist University | Keene (TX) | 76059 |
Stations (7)
Amtrak & bus stations near Keene, TX
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| CBR | Cleburne | 206 North Border St. | RAIL |
| FTW | Fort Worth Central Station | 1001 Jones Street | RAIL |
| DAL | Union Station | 400 South Houston St. | RAIL |
| DAG | Dallas, TX | 205 South Lamar Street | BUS |
| MSQ | Mesquite, TX | 1331 Highway 80 East \r\n1331 Highway 80 East \r\n | BUS |
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- Keene , New Hampshire city in New Hampshire, United States with a population of 22,699 people.
- Keene , Ohio human settlement in Ohio, United States of America with a population of 1,678 people.
- Keene , New York town in New York with a population of 1,060 people.
- Keene , Kentucky city in Kentucky, USA with a population of 88 people.
- Keene , North Dakota unincorporated community in North Dakota with a population of 60 people.
Other cities in Johnson County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Johnson County , TX.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Burleson | 49,686 | A city in Burleson County, Texas. |
| Cleburne | 31,999 | City in Texas, USA |
| Joshua | 8,202 | City in Texas, USA |
| Alvarado | 4,624 | City in Johnson County, Texas, USA |
| Venus | 4,588 | Town in Ellis and Johnson Counties in the U. |
| Grandview | 1,817 | City in Johnson County, Texas, United States of America |
| Godley | 1,712 | City in Johnson County, Texas, United States |
| Rio Vista | 1,095 | City in Johnson County, Texas, United States |
| Briaroaks | 506 | City in Johnson County, Texas, United States |
| Cross Timber | 315 | Town in Johnson County, Texas, United States |
Distance to Other Cities
Keene distances to largest Texas cities
