Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 42.0 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.55 |
| Below Poverty | 19.2% ▲ 92% above avg |
| College Grads | 32.2% ▼ 17% below avg |
| Unemployment | 2.8% ▼ 44% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 234 (1.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,071 (30%) |
| Some College | 2,010 (14.8%) |
| Associates | 2,868 (21.2%) |
| Bachelors | 1,591 (11.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,786 (20.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $56,272 ▼ 26% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $155,580 ▼ 44% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $855/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 10,229 |
| Vacant Units | 2,092 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Limestone County is located in Texas and encompasses 7 ZIP codes spanning 7 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 21,504 residents. With a median age of 42.02, it is a middle-aged county.
Limestone County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $56,271 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 2.8%, below the national average. The poverty rate of 19.2% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Limestone County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $155,580 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $854. Homeownership rates are high at 72.9%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Limestone County are majority White (55.88%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 32.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Limestone County, TX is a solidly middle-class area in Texas. The 7 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 76635 | Coolidge | 1,382 | $56,354 | $145,600 | $776 | 1.1% | 42.8% |
| 76642 | Groesbeck | 6,226 | $60,186 | $188,800 | $828 | 2.2% | 33.6% |
| 76653 | Kosse | 1,133 | $60,734 | $156,600 | $1,071 | 3.3% | 28.4% |
| 76667 | Mexia | 10,494 | $50,396 | $119,700 | $832 | 2.9% | 27.5% |
| 76678 | Prairie Hill | 119 | $58,182 | $171,600 | — | 0.0% | 44.9% |
| 76686 | Tehuacana | 275 | $64,500 | $125,000 | $900 | 6.9% | 47.4% |
| 76687 | Thornton | 1,875 | $72,072 | $256,300 | $992 | 4.2% | 45.0% |