Why Abilene?

About Abilene
Abilene at a Glimpse
Schools in Abilene
Homes in Abilene
Abilene Links

About Abilene

Abilene preserves the traditional heritage of the Old West while providing all the exciting advantages of a thriving contemporary city. Abilene is home to Dyess Air Force Base and the 7th Bomb Wing. With a 13 minute average commute, living and working in Abilene gives you more time to spend with your family, developing your practice and enjoying life.

In Abilene, we have a sense of community. You get the small town feel but with all the conveniences. Every cuisine from South of the Border to Southern Italy can be found including the best Mesquite BBQ. Churches adorn every corner, and fine art museums and the historic Paramount Theatre round out the highlights of the city. Outdoor activities including hunting, fishing, golf and tennis are enjoyed year-around. As a healthcare provider you can trust with all these great community assets, Abilene has an opportunity for you.

Hendrick is the first name in healthcare in the Texas Midwest. The medical center is central to many of the community events and activities for this area. We serve more than 20 counties providing the best healthcare available. Be a part of our staff and see why so many people are calling Abilene home.

Abilene at a Glimpse

• Low cost of living
• Three four-year universities
• Year-around golf and tennis
• Regional airport
• Recreational lakes and hunting
• Frontier Texas! virtual museum ranked a must-see by the New York Times
• Buffalo Gap Historic Village
• The Grace Museum
• Abilene Zoo
• Old Jail Art Center
• National Center for Children's Illustrated Literature
  

Abilene Schools

Abilene Independ School District, Wylie Independent School District and Abilene's five private schools provide exceptional education to the community.Outlook magazine ranked Abilene schools 17th in the nation and first in Texas.

Abilene also is home to three private, four-year universities, Abilene Christian University, Hardin-Simmons University and McMurry University. Numerous alumni of Abilene universities have gone on to become successful leaders including olympic medalists, best-selling authors, a Pulitzer Prize winner, professional athletes, film produers and actors.

Abilene Schools
Abilene Independent School District
Wylie Independent School District
Abilene Christian Schools
St. John's Episcopal School
Champions Christian Academy

Abilene Universities
Abilene Christian University
Hardin-Simmons University
McMurry University

Abilene Homes

Beautiful and affordable homes abound in Abilene at remarkable prices. Whether you're looking for a quiet neighborhood in town or your own open range, Abilene has just the home for you. Browse current listings at www.abilenehomes.com.

Abilene links
Abilene Chamber of Commerce
City of Abilene
Dyess Air Force Base
Abilene Convention and Visitors Bureau
Develop Abilene
ACU Center for Business and Economic Research
Abilene Reporter-News
KTXS Television
KRBC and KTAB Television
Abilene Christian University
Hardin-Simmons University
McMurry University

Tracey Carrigan , nurse recruiter
tCarriga@ehendrick.org
325.670.2291