Yoakum, TX County is a small rural community located in Texas. With a population of 7,707 people and a population density of 11 people per square mile, Yoakum is the perfect place to relax and explore. The area is home to many businesses including Smith’s Grocery & Hardware, Poco Mexico Restaurant, and Barbee's Shoe Repair & Alterations. Year-round outdoor activities like hiking, fishing, and camping are popular among locals as well as visitors to the area. Organizations such as the Yoakum Lions Club provide local service projects and welfare programs for those living in the county. The city of Yoakum also hosts several sporting events throughout the year such as youth football games, golf tournaments at the local country club, and high school basketball games.
The population in Yoakum County is 7,707. There are 10 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Yoakum County is 30.4, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Yoakum County is 3.1, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Yoakum County
- 65.1% are married
- 6.5% are divorced
- 42.0% are married with children
- 13.6% have children, but are single
Race in Yoakum County
- 33.2% are White
- 0.0% are Black
- 0.0% are Asian
- 0.2% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 65.0% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 1.6% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander