Living in Yoakum County, Texas

Yoakum County is a county in Texas with a population of around 8,568. The main communities are Denver City, Plains.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $820/month, well below the national average, with a median home price of around $171K. The county has a low unemployment rate at 3.3%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings warm winters (highs around 57°F) and very hot summers (highs around 91°F). Mountains are 1-3 hours away. The area has wildfire risk worth factoring into home insurance decisions.

Demographics

Yoakum County has young demographics, with a median age of 30 and a predominantly working-class population (13% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Republican.