Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 45.1 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.44 |
| Below Poverty | 14.2% ▲ 42% above avg |
| College Grads | 26.2% ▼ 32% below avg |
| Unemployment | 6.0% ▲ 22% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 172 (1.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 5,306 (36.4%) |
| Some College | 2,903 (19.9%) |
| Associates | 2,365 (16.2%) |
| Bachelors | 1,156 (7.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,662 (18.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $55,170 ▼ 28% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $150,886 ▼ 46% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $902/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 11,352 |
| Vacant Units | 3,213 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Houston County is located in Texas and encompasses 6 ZIP codes spanning 6 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 22,702 residents. With a median age of 45.08, it is a mature county.
Houston County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $55,170 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 6.0%, above the national average. The poverty rate of 14.2% is above the national average.
Housing in Houston County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $150,886 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $902. Homeownership rates are high at 71.7%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Houston County are majority White (59.76%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 26.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Houston County, TX is a solidly middle-class area in Texas. The 6 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 75835 | Crockett | 11,805 | $52,931 | $144,100 | $871 | 8.3% | 25.7% |
| 75844 | Grapeland | 5,004 | $49,900 | $159,400 | $835 | 5.4% | 29.9% |
| 75847 | Kennard | 1,441 | $57,308 | $136,800 | $1,074 | 0.0% | 29.9% |
| 75849 | Latexo | 76 | $46,500 | $86,300 | — | 15.6% | 35.4% |
| 75851 | Lovelady | 4,292 | $66,500 | $165,500 | $1,009 | 2.2% | 22.1% |
| 75858 | Ratcliff | 84 | $76,053 | — | — | 0.0% | 15.9% |