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Gaines County
City in Texas, United States
Overview
Gaines County, located in rural West Texas, is known for its strong agricultural heritage and friendly communities. The region offers a glimpse into small-town America, with wide open spaces and a relaxed pace of life. It's ideal for travelers seeking authenticity and a break from city crowds.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
United States
State
Texas
Population
21,598
Time Zone
America/Chicago
Coordinates
32.74°, -102.64°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
78
Female Safety
68
LGBTQ+ Safety
55
Traffic Safety
60
Food Safety
90
Monthly Cost
$1,935
Local Cost
$1,180
Local Income
$2,800
Cashless
65
English
100
Temperature
17.6°C
Summer Avg
28.1°C
Winter Avg
6.6°C
Record High
44.6°C
Record Low
-13.0°C
Humidity
49%
Precipitation
426 mm
City Vibrancy
1
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
1
Transport
4
Walk Score
4
Footways
8.0
Airport
—
Distance
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-06.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 70/100.
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