Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 56.1 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.49 |
| Below Poverty | 7.6% ▼ 24% below avg |
| College Grads | 37.4% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 7.5% ▲ 53% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 8 (1.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 127 (27.1%) |
| Some College | 97 (20.7%) |
| Associates | 64 (13.7%) |
| Bachelors | 35 (7.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 137 (29.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $65,750 ▼ 14% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $95,858 ▼ 66% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $869/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 390 |
| Vacant Units | 138 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Kent County is located in Texas and encompasses 2 ZIP codes spanning 2 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 683 residents. With a median age of 56.13, it is an older county.
Kent County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $65,749 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 7.5%, significantly above the national average. The poverty rate of 7.6% is well below the national average.
Housing in Kent County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $95,858 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $869. Homeownership rates are high at 75.0%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Kent County are primarily White (83.75%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 37.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Kent County, TX is a solidly middle-class area in Texas. The 2 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.