Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 52.5 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.40 |
| Below Poverty | 16.6% ▲ 66% above avg |
| College Grads | 37.8% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 7.0% ▲ 43% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 119 (0.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,480 (28.3%) |
| Some College | 2,580 (16.3%) |
| Associates | 2,717 (17.1%) |
| Bachelors | 1,840 (11.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 4,113 (26%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $67,506 ▼ 12% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $251,524 ▼ 10% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,027/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 11,579 |
| Vacant Units | 2,419 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Bandera County is located in Texas and encompasses 5 ZIP codes spanning 5 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 22,339 residents. With a median age of 52.51, it is a mature county.
Bandera County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $67,506 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 7.0%, above the national average. The poverty rate of 16.6% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Bandera County is a mid-range housing market, with a median home value of $251,524 — near the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $1,026. Homeownership rates are high at 87.2%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Bandera County are primarily White (74.84%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 37.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Bandera County, TX is a solidly middle-class area in Texas. The 5 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 78003 | Bandera | 9,594 | $54,500 | $233,100 | $1,096 | 4.6% | 40.0% |
| 78055 | Medina | 1,918 | $71,635 | $245,200 | — | 5.9% | 26.9% |
| 78063 | Pipe Creek | 10,594 | $79,066 | $265,400 | $964 | 9.5% | 38.0% |
| 78883 | Tarpley | 184 | $36,189 | $450,000 | — | 0.0% | 24.6% |
| 78885 | Vanderpool | 49 | $70,833 | $361,500 | — | 0.0% | 18.6% |