



Odessa, Texas
Odessa, TX Profile
Odessa, TX, population 90,943 , is located
in Texas's Ector county,
about 123.5 miles from Lubbock and 159.8 miles from Abilene.
In the 90's the population of Odessa has grown by about 1%.
It is Estimated in recent years the population of Odessa has been growing at an annual rate of less than one percent.
Reports show that during 2003 property crime levels in the Odessa area were higher than Texas's average.
The same data shows violent crime levels to be higher than the Texas average.
Odessa Statistics
Odessa Gender Information
Males in Odessa: 43,864 (48%)
Females in Odessa: 47,079 (52%)
As % of Population in Odessa
Race Diversity in Odessa
White: 73%
African American: 6%
Native American: 1%
Asian: 1%
Other/Mixed: 19%
As % of Population in Odessa
Age Diversity in Odessa
Median Age in Odessa: 32.3 (Males in Odessa: 30.7, Females in Odessa: 33.9)
Odessa Males Under 20: 17%
Odessa Females Under 20: 16%
Odessa Males 20 to 40: 13%
Odessa Females 20 to 40: 14%
Odessa Males 40 to 60: 12%
Odessa Females 40 to 60: 12%
Odessa Males Over 60: 6%
Odessa Females Over 60: 9%
Economics in Odessa
Odessa Household Average Size: 2.65 people
Odessa Median Household Income: $ 31,209
Odessa Median Value of Homes: $ 46,500
Law Enforcement in Odessa
Reported crimes in the Odessa area during 2003:
Murder and non-negligent man-slaughter: 3
Forcible rape: 12
Robbery: 65
Aggravated assault: 508
Violent crime events per 100,000 people: 637
Burglary: 826
Larceny-theft: 3,608
Motor vehicle theft: 205
Arson: 39
Property crime events per 100,000 people: 5,022
Odessa Location Information
Land Area: 35.4 Square Miles.
Water Area: 0.1 Square Miles.
Nearby Towns & Cities to Odessa
Odessa">West Odessa 7.7 Miles
Gardendale 12.1 Miles
Goldsmith 17.3 Miles
Midland 20.0 Miles
Crane 31.0 Miles
Andrews 34.3 Miles
Monahans 35.4 Miles
Thorntonville 37.3 Miles
Stanton 39.2 Miles
Wickett 41.9 Miles
Big Cities Nearest Odessa
(Population 100,000+)
Lubbock 123.5 Miles
Abilene 159.8 Miles
Amarillo 235.6 Miles
El Paso 242.2 Miles
Wichita Falls 266.6 Miles
San Antonio 284.9 Miles
Austin 294.9 Miles
Ft Worth 301.3 Miles
Waco 307.9 Miles
Arlington 313.6 Miles
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Facts
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Drug Addiction
Drug addiction is a pattern of repeated drug taking that usually results in tolerance (the need for greater amounts of the drug to achieve the same effect), withdrawal (physical and cognitive effects when drug use declines or stops), and compulsive drug taking behavior (drug taking that persists despite efforts to reduce intake and despite problems with family, friends, and work). Drug addiction encompasses a diverse range of drugs (such as alcohol, cannabis, amphetamines, and cocaine) and is caused by many different factors.
Tolerance
Tolerance to a drug takes place when an individual is exposed to the same drug repeatedly and begins to build up an resistance to the drugs effects. The body then adapts and develops a tolerance for the drug. The addiction that is produced is so powerful that it creates cravings in the user. These cravings for the drug are the result of its impact on the individual's memory with feelings of pleasantness and euphoria which the individual has come to associate with the taking of the drug.
Addiction Treatment
Addiction treatment is needed when an individual finds that they have developed a drug or alcohol addiction which they are not able to successful end on their own. With the help of addiction treatment, addicted individual can get help to control their drug taking behavior and live happy and successful lives. There are several addiction treatment options available for drug and alcohol addiction. Some of these options include self-help groups, counseling, drug rehabilitation programs (in and out-patient), and residential treatment facilities. Each of these differ
in their aims and outcomes and elements of these addiction treatment options are often
combined.
Withdrawal
Withdrawal is what happens when a person who is addicted to drugs or alcohol discontinues use. There are numerous symptoms that take place both physically and emotionally when an addicted individual stops using. Withdrawal can last a few days to a few weeks and may include nausea or vomiting, sweating, shakiness, and anxiety. Keep in mind; this only occurs if a person has regular, heavy use of a drug or alcohol. Withdrawal can be extremely uncomfortable without professional help. Treatment for withdrawal from alcohol or drugs may require a medical professional to be present. Drug and alcohol rehabilitation is often the best way to overcome withdrawal and its symptoms as well as recovery from drug addiction.
Alcoholism
Alcoholism, also known as "alcohol dependence," is a condition that includes craving and continued alcohol abuse despite repeated drinking-related problems, such as losing a job or getting into trouble with the law. It includes four major areas: Craving: - A strong need, or compulsion, to drink. Impaired control: -The inability to limit one's drinking on any given occasion. Physical dependence: -Withdrawal symptoms, such as nausea, sweating, shakiness, and anxiety, when alcohol use is stopped after a period of heavy drinking. Tolerance: - The need for increasing amounts of alcohol in order to feel its effects.
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