Living in Deaf Smith County, Texas

Deaf Smith County is a county in Texas with a population of around 18,952. The main communities are Hereford.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $788/month, well below the national average, with a median home price of around $152K. 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 52°F) and hot summers (highs around 89°F). Mountains are 1-3 hours away. Natural hazard risks include hurricane risk, tornado risk and wildfire risk.

Demographics

Deaf Smith County has young demographics, with a median age of 32 and a predominantly working-class population (12% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Republican.