Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 42.4 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.50 |
| Below Poverty | 7.8% ▼ 22% below avg |
| College Grads | 36.2% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 1.4% ▼ 71% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 21 (0.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,016 (27.7%) |
| Some College | 441 (12%) |
| Associates | 840 (22.9%) |
| Bachelors | 356 (9.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 990 (27%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $83,359 ▲ 9% above avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $148,524 ▼ 47% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $933/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 2,710 |
| Vacant Units | 479 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Carson County is located in Texas and encompasses 4 ZIP codes spanning 4 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 5,627 residents. With a median age of 42.35, it is a middle-aged county.
Carson County has a middle-income economic profile. The median household income of $83,358 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 1.4%, well below the national average. The poverty rate of 7.8% is well below the national average.
Housing in Carson County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $148,524 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $933. Homeownership rates are high at 77.1%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Carson County are primarily White (82.37%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 36.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Carson County, TX is a middle-income area in Texas. The 4 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 79039 | Groom | 686 | $83,068 | $119,000 | $875 | 0.3% | 34.9% |
| 79068 | Panhandle | 3,124 | $86,604 | $158,100 | $981 | 0.8% | 43.0% |
| 79080 | Skellytown | 498 | $54,286 | $39,400 | $847 | 2.1% | 16.3% |
| 79097 | White Deer | 1,319 | $86,800 | $182,400 | $884 | 3.2% | 28.5% |