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    OverviewWeatherHousingDemographicsJobsPoliticsCrimeTransportationEducationOutdoorsCulture
    1. Texas
    2. Motley County

    Major cities or towns:

    Matador
    Roaring Springs
    Motley County, Texas is a rural county located in the Panhandle region of the state. The geography is characterized by rolling plains and a semi-arid climate, with hot summers and mild winters. The population is around 1,200, with the majority of residents living in the county seat of Matador. The economy is primarily driven by agriculture, ranching, and some oil and gas production. The cost of living is relatively low, but the housing market can be limited. The county has a small public school district, but no institutions of higher education. Healthcare services are basic, with a small hospital and clinics. Cultural attractions are limited, though the area offers ample outdoor recreation opportunities like hunting, fishing, and hiking. Transportation infrastructure is basic, with few major highways. Crime rates are low, but the remote location can present challenges. Overall, Motley County offers a quiet, rural lifestyle, but may lack some of the amenities and services found in more populated areas.

    Demographics

    Population

    1,200

    Ethnicity %

    White
    78
    Black
    2
    Asian
    unknown
    Hispanic
    21

    Median Age

    unknown

    Density

    1 of 10

    1 / Mile²

    Avg Family Size

    3.3

    Religious

    64%

    Foreign Born

    17%

    Veterans

    6.4%

    Adult Smokers

    19%

    Adult Obesity

    35%

    Uninsured

    19%

    Excessive Drinking

    22%

    Poverty Rate

    14.2%

    Weather

    Sunlight

    6.5 hours winter dailyVery sunny

    Summer average temp

    94°F

    Winter max temp

    58°F

    Precipitation

    22 in.

    Snowfall (inches)

    4.1 (avg)

    Drought risk

    Low

    Earthquake risk

    Very Low

    Wildfire risk

    Low

    Tornado risk

    Very Low

    Hurricane risk

    Negligible

    Crime

    Rank: 1.6 of 10

    (crimes per 1,000 people yearly)

    Violent

    1 (0.0)

    Property

    3 (11)

    Assault

    1 (0.0)

    Larceny (theft)

    2 (7)

    Robbery

    (unknown; low population) (0.0)

    Burglary

    3 (3.3)

    Rape

    1 (0.00)

    Auto Theft

    1 (0.0)

    Murder

    (unknown; low population) (0.00)

    Arson

    (unknown; low population) (0.00)

    Driving deaths involving alcohol

    0%

    Politics and Law

    State politics

    Red (Republican)

    Abortion laws

    Illegal, limited exceptions

    Marijuana laws

    Illegal

    Gun Laws

    No Permits Required

    Democrat

    7%

    Republican

    91%

    State Tax Burden

    8.19%

    Cigarette Tax

    $1.41

    Jobs

    Income (per capita)

    $41,754

    Unemployment

    3.6%

    Employment

    60.2%

    Hours worked

    47.9

    Outdoors

    Natural Amenities

    3.9 / 10

    Water Area

    0.04%

    Near park?

    58%

    Beaches

    Not near the coast

    Mountains

    Not near mountains

    Tree Area

    36%

    Housing

    Home Ownership

    63%

    Median Home Price

    $100K

    Average Rent

    $624

    Internet over 25mbps

    87%

    Transportation

    Walkability

    unknown

    Cycling

    unknown

    Public Transit

    unknown

    Major Airport

    >2 hours

    Average Commute Time

    17

    Education

    K-12 Test Scores

    3 of 10  

    (avg: -0.16)

    College graduates

    17%

    Culture

    Arts scene

    unknown

    Food awards per 100k

    unknown