Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 50.8 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.33 |
| Below Poverty | 7.4% ▼ 26% below avg |
| College Grads | 35.9% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 4.4% ▼ 10% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 34 (1.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 875 (31%) |
| Some College | 391 (13.9%) |
| Associates | 506 (17.9%) |
| Bachelors | 208 (7.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 808 (28.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $63,225 ▼ 17% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $199,075 ▼ 29% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $717/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 2,439 |
| Vacant Units | 761 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Mills County is located in Texas and encompasses 4 ZIP codes spanning 4 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 4,070 residents. With a median age of 50.84, it is a mature county.
Mills County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $63,224 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 4.4%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 7.4% is well below the national average.
Housing in Mills County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $199,075 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $717. Homeownership rates are high at 83.7%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Mills County are primarily White (75.19%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 35.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Mills County, TX is a solidly middle-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.