Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 35.9 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.88 |
| Below Poverty | 24.1% ▲ 141% above avg |
| College Grads | 24.8% ▼ 36% below avg |
| Unemployment | 5.4% ▲ 9% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 373 (1.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 8,384 (39.5%) |
| Some College | 3,541 (16.7%) |
| Associates | 3,547 (16.7%) |
| Bachelors | 1,534 (7.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 3,850 (18.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $51,000 ▼ 33% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $116,886 ▼ 58% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $885/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 17,123 |
| Vacant Units | 3,373 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Jim Wells County is located in Texas and encompasses 6 ZIP codes spanning 5 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 39,818 residents. With a median age of 35.87, it is a relatively young county.
Jim Wells County has a working-class economic profile. The median household income of $50,999 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 5.4%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 24.1% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Jim Wells County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $116,886 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $885. Homeownership rates are high at 67.1%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Jim Wells County are primarily Hispanic (76.63%). Educational attainment is less-educated — 24.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Jim Wells County, TX is a working-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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 78332 | Alice | 27,281 | $47,199 | $97,900 | $897 | 4.7% | 22.4% |
| 78342 | Ben Bolt | 338 | $42,014 | — | — | 0.0% | 35.0% |
| 78372 | Orange Grove | 5,066 | $56,016 | $144,400 | $799 | 7.4% | 22.7% |
| 78375 | Premont | 2,827 | $46,060 | $81,100 | $733 | 14.5% | 23.9% |
| 78383 | Sandia | 4,306 | $73,125 | $228,300 | $1,011 | 1.8% | 42.5% |