Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 38.7 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.88 |
| Below Poverty | 10.4% ≈ Avg |
| College Grads | 17.4% ▼ 55% below avg |
| Unemployment | 6.8% ▲ 39% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 116 (4.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 973 (35.5%) |
| Some College | 543 (19.8%) |
| Associates | 631 (23%) |
| Bachelors | 82 (3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 399 (14.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $48,466 ▼ 36% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $83,100 ▼ 70% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $784/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 2,134 |
| Vacant Units | 668 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Garza County is located in Texas and encompasses 2 ZIP codes spanning 2 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 5,475 residents. With a median age of 38.74, it is a middle-aged county.
Garza County has a working-class economic profile. The median household income of $48,466 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 6.8%, above the national average. The poverty rate of 10.4% is near the national average.
Housing in Garza County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $83,100 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $784. Homeownership rates are high at 69.3%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Garza County are majority Hispanic (50.54%). Educational attainment is less-educated — 17.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well below the national average.
Garza County, TX is a working-class area in Texas. The 2 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.