Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 39.1 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.80 |
| Below Poverty | 12.7% ▲ 27% above avg |
| College Grads | 23.4% ▼ 40% below avg |
| Unemployment | 3.3% ▼ 32% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 841 (3.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 10,668 (40.4%) |
| Some College | 4,217 (16%) |
| Associates | 4,453 (16.9%) |
| Bachelors | 1,298 (4.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 4,928 (18.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $67,159 ▼ 12% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $217,822 ▼ 22% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,187/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 17,373 |
| Vacant Units | 1,281 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Caldwell County is located in Texas and encompasses 7 ZIP codes spanning 7 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 46,280 residents. With a median age of 39.08, it is a middle-aged county.
Caldwell County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $67,159 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 3.3%, below the national average. The poverty rate of 12.7% is above the national average.
Housing in Caldwell County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $217,822 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $1,186. Homeownership rates are high at 73.5%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Caldwell County are majority Hispanic (58.94%). Educational attainment is less-educated — 23.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Caldwell County, TX is a solidly middle-class area in Texas. The 7 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 78616 | Dale | 10,008 | $70,148 | $174,800 | $1,300 | 1.6% | 21.5% |
| 78622 | Fentress | 353 | $72,941 | $172,900 | $1,382 | 0.0% | 41.5% |
| 78644 | Lockhart | 20,599 | $72,155 | $242,900 | $1,162 | 1.3% | 26.2% |
| 78648 | Luling | 8,022 | $56,533 | $217,400 | $1,063 | 6.2% | 18.3% |
| 78655 | Martindale | 3,687 | $48,409 | $223,000 | $1,012 | 13.5% | 27.0% |
| 78656 | Maxwell | 2,953 | $78,058 | $194,900 | $1,510 | 3.3% | 20.2% |
| 78661 | Prairie Lea | 658 | $47,917 | $190,200 | — | 3.8% | 11.5% |