Living in Texas County, Missouri

Texas County is a county in Missouri with a population of around 25,690. The main communities are Licking, Cabool, Houston.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $591/month, well below the national average, with a median home price of around $188K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 2.9%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings mild winters (highs around 46°F) and hot summers (highs around 83°F). Mountains are 1-3 hours away. Natural hazard risks include earthquake risk, tornado risk and wildfire risk.

Demographics

Texas County has middle-aged demographics, with a median age of 43 and a predominantly working-class population (13% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Republican.