Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.0 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.48 |
| Below Poverty | 18.0% ▲ 80% above avg |
| College Grads | 30.5% ▼ 21% below avg |
| Unemployment | 4.3% ▼ 13% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 160 (1.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,266 (34%) |
| Some College | 1,779 (18.5%) |
| Associates | 1,514 (15.8%) |
| Bachelors | 964 (10%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,922 (20%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $60,468 ▼ 21% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $150,899 ▼ 46% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $922/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 6,799 |
| Vacant Units | 1,378 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Karnes County is located in Texas and encompasses 8 ZIP codes spanning 8 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 16,899 residents. With a median age of 36.97, it is a relatively young county.
Karnes County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $60,468 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 4.3%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 18.0% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Karnes County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $150,899 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $922. Homeownership rates are high at 66.2%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Karnes County are majority Hispanic (51.22%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 30.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Karnes 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 78113 | Falls City | 3,258 | $90,191 | $228,800 | $1,261 | 1.9% | 36.3% |
| 78116 | Gillett | 252 | $86,726 | $272,800 | — | 0.0% | 10.6% |
| 78117 | Hobson | 756 | $90,089 | $271,700 | — | 5.5% | 38.1% |
| 78118 | Karnes City | 4,097 | $63,041 | $115,100 | $668 | 7.3% | 26.5% |
| 78119 | Kenedy | 7,023 | $45,694 | $128,500 | $1,043 | 4.6% | 26.5% |
| 78151 | Runge | 1,513 | $38,904 | $103,400 | $322 | 0.0% | 46.5% |