Yoakum County, Texas
Yoakum County: county in Texas, United States
About
Yoakum County is a county located in the U.S. state of Texas. As of the 2010 census, the population was 7,879 and a population density of 4 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 county had an estimated population of 8,702 inhabitants. Its county seat is Plains. The county was created 149 years ago in 1876.
County Snapshot
Yoakum County at a glance
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Denver CityPopulation 4,883
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Quick Facts about Yoakum County
| Population | 8,702 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Texas (United States) |
| Different from | Yoakum |
| Area | 2072 km2 |
| Water as percent of area | 0% |
| Land as percent of area | 100% |
| Latitude & Longitude | 33.1730,-102.8278 |
| Named for | Henderson King Yoakum |
| Altitude | 3,665 feet / 1117 meters |
| Capital | Plains |
| Establishment | November 19, 1876 |
| Time Zone | Central Time Zone |
| Local time | 06:50:50 (15th April 2026) |
| Density | 4 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | 9.46% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 79℉ Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Yoakum County is located at 33°10'23"N 102°49'40"W (33.1729700, -102.8278000). It has 5 neighbors: Lea County, Cochran County, Gaines County, Hockley County and Terry County.
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The largest city of Yoakum County is Denver City with a population of 4,883. Other cities include and Plains population 1,616. See all Yoakum County cities & populated places.
Yoakum County Populated Places
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Yoakum County.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Denver City | 4,883 | Town in Texas, United States |
| Plains | 1,616 | City in Sumter County, Georgia, USA |
Official website of Yoakum County
Official Website- Plains
Demographics
The population of Yoakum County increased by 9.46% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 7,879 | - | census |
| 2011 | 7,971 | 1.15% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 8,055 | 1.04% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 8,222 | 2.03% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 8,398 | 2.1% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 8,644 | 2.85% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 8,652 | 0.09% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 8,557 | -1.11% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 8,590 | 0.38% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 8,713 | 1.41% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 8,702 | -0.13% | estimation process |
Texas Other Counties (more counties)
| County Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Harris County | 4,738,253 | County in Texas, United States |
| Dallas County | 2,635,888 | County in Texas, United States |
| Houston | 2,316,120 | The fourth most populous city in the United States and the center of the Houston metropolitan area. |
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| San Antonio | 1,567,118 | The seventh most populous city in the United States and the center of the San Antonio metropolitan area. |
| Dallas | 1,343,266 | The ninth most populous city in the United States and the center of the Dallas-Fort Worth metropolitan area. |
| Travis County | 1,300,503 | County in Texas, United States |
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| Austin | 995,484 | The eleventh most populous city in the United States and the center of the Austin metropolitan area. |
| Fort Worth | 927,720 | The twelfth most populous city in the United States and the center of the Dallas-Fort Worth metropolitan area. |
| Denton County | 919,324 | County in Texas, United States |
| Montopolis | 912,791 | This Travis County community, situated at an elevation of 469 feet, is known for its Colorado River industrial areas. |
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