Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 39.8 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.62 |
| Below Poverty | 12.3% ▲ 23% above avg |
| College Grads | 31.5% ▼ 19% below avg |
| Unemployment | 5.2% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 603 (1.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 12,494 (34.8%) |
| Some College | 5,723 (16%) |
| Associates | 5,700 (15.9%) |
| Bachelors | 3,317 (9.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 8,017 (22.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $80,631 ≈ Avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $179,984 ▼ 35% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,038/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 24,641 |
| Vacant Units | 2,936 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Hardin County is located in Texas and encompasses 9 ZIP codes spanning 9 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 56,951 residents. With a median age of 39.75, it is a middle-aged county.
Hardin County has a middle-income economic profile. The median household income of $80,631 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 5.2%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 12.3% is above the national average.
Housing in Hardin County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $179,984 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $1,037. Homeownership rates are high at 82.4%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Hardin County are primarily White (83.12%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 31.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Hardin County, TX is a middle-income area in Texas. The 9 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 77519 | Batson | 556 | $78,958 | — | — | 15.4% | 17.6% |
| 77625 | Kountze | 9,384 | $70,183 | $115,100 | $1,060 | 8.1% | 26.5% |
| 77657 | Lumberton | 21,691 | $93,225 | $243,900 | $1,039 | 3.6% | 38.8% |
| 77656 | Silsbee | 17,132 | $61,084 | $114,100 | $974 | 4.5% | 26.4% |
| 77659 | Sour Lake | 5,847 | $108,461 | $233,800 | $1,184 | 7.0% | 35.8% |
| 77663 | Village Mills | 309 | $74,038 | $237,500 | — | 0.0% | 9.9% |