Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 41.2 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.62 |
| Below Poverty | 11.3% ▲ 13% above avg |
| College Grads | 24.6% ▼ 37% below avg |
| Unemployment | 1.4% ▼ 72% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 75 (3.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 725 (36.4%) |
| Some College | 409 (20.5%) |
| Associates | 294 (14.7%) |
| Bachelors | 143 (7.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 348 (17.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $52,678 ▼ 31% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $67,835 ▼ 76% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $689/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 1,707 |
| Vacant Units | 504 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Knox County is located in Texas and encompasses 4 ZIP codes spanning 4 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 3,226 residents. With a median age of 41.22, it is a middle-aged county.
Knox County has a working-class economic profile. The median household income of $52,677 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 1.4%, well below the national average. The poverty rate of 11.3% is above the national average.
Housing in Knox County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $67,835 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $689. Homeownership rates are high at 79.6%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Knox County are majority White (56.7%). Educational attainment is less-educated — 24.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Knox County, TX is a working-class area in Texas. The 4 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.