DeafSmith
6.1
High score (8-10)
Deaf Smith County in the Eastern Panhandle has 19,000 people. Hereford calls itself the Beef Capital of the World and runs massive cattle feedlot operations. The county has a significant Hispanic population from meatpacking labor. A foreign man with Spanish language ability has a specific social context in the Hispanic community that wouldn't exist in Anglo-dominated rural counties.
Mid score (6-8) · Your profile
Hereford is the county seat. The feedlot and meatpacking economy creates a working-class community. Amarillo is 45 miles north. The social scene is limited but has more cultural complexity than pure agricultural Panhandle counties.
Lower score (below 6)
The feedlot economy creates a specific working-class social world that doesn't offer much to an outsider without those industry ties. The Hispanic community is tight-knit and family-oriented. Hereford doesn't have nightlife infrastructure worth noting.
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the median income in DeafSmith, Texas?
$94k median
What's the typical marriage age for women in DeafSmith, Texas?
Women marry at 30
How common is a college degree in DeafSmith, Texas?
40% men have degree
What's the average male height in DeafSmith, Texas?
178 cm local avg
What's the average BMI for women in DeafSmith, Texas?
Local women avg 30.0