Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 47.0 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.32 |
| Below Poverty | 13.0% ▲ 30% above avg |
| College Grads | 30.0% ▼ 23% below avg |
| Unemployment | 6.4% ▲ 31% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 39 (3.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 366 (31.8%) |
| Some College | 234 (20.3%) |
| Associates | 172 (14.9%) |
| Bachelors | 110 (9.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 231 (20.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $49,110 ▼ 36% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $71,149 ▼ 74% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $761/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 1,310 |
| Vacant Units | 565 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Dickens County is located in Texas and encompasses 4 ZIP codes spanning 4 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 1,746 residents. With a median age of 46.96, it is a mature county.
Dickens County has a working-class economic profile. The median household income of $49,110 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 6.4%, above the national average. The poverty rate of 13.0% is above the national average.
Housing in Dickens County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $71,149 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $761. Homeownership rates are high at 81.8%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Dickens County are majority White (65.52%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 30.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Dickens County, TX is a working-class 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.