Living in Parmer County, Texas

Parmer County is a county in Texas with a population of around 9,749. The main communities are Friona, Farwell.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $717/month, well below the national average, with a median home price of around $137K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 2.4%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings mild winters (highs around 54°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

Parmer County has relatively young demographics, with a median age of 33 and a predominantly working-class population (18% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Republican.