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    OverviewWeatherHousingDemographicsJobsPoliticsCrimeTransportationEducationOutdoorsCulture
    1. Texas
    2. Swisher County

    Major cities or towns:

    Tulia
    Kress
    Swisher County, Texas is located in the Texas Panhandle region, known for its flat, arid landscape and mild, semi-arid climate. The county has a population of around 7,500 people, with a predominantly white and Hispanic demographic. The economy is largely agricultural, focused on crops like cotton, sorghum, and wheat, as well as cattle ranching. While the cost of living is relatively low, the housing market can be limited. The education system includes several small, rural school districts, with no major higher education institutions within the county. Healthcare services are available, but may be more limited compared to larger metropolitan areas. Cultural attractions are modest, but the county offers ample outdoor recreation opportunities, such as hunting, fishing, and hiking. The transportation infrastructure is primarily focused on highways and county roads. Crime rates are generally low, contributing to a quiet, close-knit community vibe, though job opportunities may be more scarce than in urban centers.

    Demographics

    Population

    7,397

    Ethnicity %

    White
    46
    Black
    6
    Asian
    0
    Hispanic
    44

    Median Age

    35.9

    Density

    1 of 10

    9 / Mile²

    Avg Family Size

    3.3

    Religious

    70%

    Foreign Born

    17%

    Veterans

    6.4%

    Adult Smokers

    23%

    Adult Obesity

    41%

    Uninsured

    29%

    Excessive Drinking

    18%

    Poverty Rate

    14.2%

    Weather

    Sunlight

    7 hours winter dailyVery sunny

    Summer average temp

    90°F

    Winter max temp

    54°F

    Precipitation

    20 in.

    Snowfall (inches)

    12.5 (avg)

    Drought risk

    Moderate

    Earthquake risk

    Very Low

    Wildfire risk

    Low

    Tornado risk

    Low

    Hurricane risk

    Negligible

    Crime

    Rank: 2.6 of 10

    (crimes per 1,000 people yearly)

    Violent

    4 (3.0)

    Property

    4 (16)

    Assault

    5 (2.7)

    Larceny (theft)

    3 (12)

    Robbery

    2 (0.1)

    Burglary

    4 (4.1)

    Rape

    2 (0.13)

    Auto Theft

    1 (0.4)

    Murder

    1 (0.00)

    Arson

    3 (0.13)

    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

    20%

    Republican

    78%

    State Tax Burden

    8.19%

    Cigarette Tax

    $1.41

    Jobs

    Income (per capita)

    $72,623

    Unemployment

    4.1%

    Employment

    60.2%

    Hours worked

    46.2

    Outdoors

    Natural Amenities

    4.2 / 10

    Water Area

    0.03%

    Near park?

    57%

    Beaches

    Not near the coast

    Mountains

    1-3 hours

    Tree Area

    1%

    Housing

    Home Ownership

    63%

    Median Home Price

    $91K

    Average Rent

    $752

    Internet over 25mbps

    97%

    Transportation

    Walkability

    24

    Cycling

    20

    Public Transit

    unknown

    Major Airport

    >2 hours

    Average Commute Time

    19

    Education

    K-12 Test Scores

    3 of 10  

    (avg: -0.15)

    College graduates

    15%

    Culture

    Arts scene

    unknown

    Food awards per 100k

    unknown