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Big hearts, big skies, bigger opportunities.
Odessa offers a mix of traditional Texas charm and modern development. You'll find friendly faces, a strong sense of community pride, and a relaxed pace of life, all set against the backdrop of the vast West Texas landscape.
City Snapshot
Population
114,428
County
Ector County
Timezone
America/Chicago
Median Income
$71,293
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