Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 35.2 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.59 |
| Below Poverty | 12.7% ▲ 27% above avg |
| College Grads | 31.6% ▼ 18% below avg |
| Unemployment | 4.9% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 458 (4.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,283 (29.9%) |
| Some College | 1,748 (15.9%) |
| Associates | 2,030 (18.5%) |
| Bachelors | 1,201 (10.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,275 (20.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $56,485 ▼ 26% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $122,366 ▼ 56% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $816/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 8,795 |
| Vacant Units | 1,090 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Hockley County is located in Texas and encompasses 8 ZIP codes spanning 7 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 20,454 residents. With a median age of 35.2, it is a relatively young county.
Hockley County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $56,485 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 4.9%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 12.7% is above the national average.
Housing in Hockley County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $122,366 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $816. Homeownership rates are high at 71.6%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Hockley County are majority Hispanic (50.85%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 31.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Hockley County, TX is a solidly middle-class area in Texas. The 8 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 79313 | Anton | 1,537 | $50,417 | $69,700 | $928 | 4.0% | 34.9% |
| 79336 | Levelland | 15,265 | $52,724 | $124,900 | $803 | 5.0% | 31.0% |
| 79353 | Pep | 31 | $116,250 | — | — | 0.0% | 47.1% |
| 79358 | Ropesville | 1,458 | $88,017 | $200,400 | $1,008 | 2.5% | 37.2% |
| 79367 | Smyer | 602 | $53,143 | $66,600 | $869 | 0.7% | 29.9% |
| 79372 | Sundown | 1,472 | $70,000 | $96,600 | $628 | 9.1% | 30.7% |
| 79380 | Whitharral | 89 | $68,125 | — | — | 0.0% | 17.3% |