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Plains, TX

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Population
1,323
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
3,642 ft
Median Home Value
$133,300
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$864/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$76,985
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
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About Plains

Plains is a quiet West Texas community located about an hour southwest of Lubbock and just a short drive from the New Mexico border. Home to around 1,300 residents, it serves as the county seat of Yoakum County, offering wide-open High Plains scenery and an easygoing pace. Daily routines center along Highway 82, with the local schools and the town park along Sulphur Draw giving families plenty of room to gather and unwind.

Plains City Hall, Plains, Texas

Dating back to the early 1900s, Plains has long been the civic heart of the surrounding area. The local economy is deeply tied to cotton farming, ranching, and energy production, creating a grounded, hardworking feel throughout town. The county courthouse, local library, and tight-knit school district keep everyone connected, making it an appealing spot for anyone looking for a safe, low-stress place where neighbors know each other by name.

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