Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 29.8 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 3.13 |
| Below Poverty | 7.8% ▼ 22% below avg |
| College Grads | 19.6% ▼ 49% below avg |
| Unemployment | 2.2% ▼ 55% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 1,101 (13.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,983 (36.1%) |
| Some College | 1,682 (20.3%) |
| Associates | 860 (10.4%) |
| Bachelors | 600 (7.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,046 (12.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $79,914 ≈ Avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $181,048 ▼ 35% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $824/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 7,282 |
| Vacant Units | 581 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Gaines County is located in Texas and encompasses 3 ZIP codes spanning 3 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 21,031 residents. With a median age of 29.84, it is a young county.
Gaines County has a middle-income economic profile. The median household income of $79,913 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 2.2%, well below the national average. The poverty rate of 7.8% is well below the national average.
Housing in Gaines County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $181,048 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $824. Homeownership rates are high at 79.5%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Gaines County are majority White (60.54%). Educational attainment is less-educated — 19.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Gaines County, TX is a middle-income area in Texas. The 3 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.