Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 38.5 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.38 |
| Below Poverty | 13.7% ▲ 37% above avg |
| College Grads | 21.4% ▼ 45% below avg |
| Unemployment | 6.5% ▲ 32% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 138 (3%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,650 (35.3%) |
| Some College | 717 (15.3%) |
| Associates | 1,174 (25.1%) |
| Bachelors | 294 (6.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 704 (15.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $51,811 ▼ 32% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $147,840 ▼ 47% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $917/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 3,772 |
| Vacant Units | 868 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Live Oak County is located in Texas and encompasses 5 ZIP codes spanning 5 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 8,476 residents. With a median age of 38.54, it is a middle-aged county.
Live Oak County has a working-class economic profile. The median household income of $51,811 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 6.5%, above the national average. The poverty rate of 13.7% is above the national average.
Housing in Live Oak County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $147,840 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $916. Homeownership rates are high at 70.1%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Live Oak County are majority Hispanic (52.09%). Educational attainment is less-educated — 21.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Live Oak County, TX is a working-class area in Texas. The 5 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 78022 | George West | 4,694 | $56,989 | $140,000 | $897 | 3.5% | 23.5% |
| 78071 | Three Rivers | 3,478 | $44,910 | $160,900 | $943 | 8.4% | 20.5% |
| 78075 | Whitsett | 304 | $50,819 | $119,500 | — | 29.6% | 1.1% |