Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 41.4 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.64 |
| Below Poverty | 16.7% ▲ 67% above avg |
| College Grads | 27.8% ▼ 28% below avg |
| Unemployment | 7.6% ▲ 54% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 510 (2.9%) |
| HS Graduate | 6,035 (33.9%) |
| Some College | 3,457 (19.4%) |
| Associates | 2,755 (15.5%) |
| Bachelors | 1,528 (8.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 3,522 (19.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $65,051 ▼ 15% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $171,379 ▼ 39% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,024/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 14,517 |
| Vacant Units | 3,844 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Palo Pinto County is located in Texas and encompasses 8 ZIP codes spanning 7 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 28,406 residents. With a median age of 41.44, it is a middle-aged county.
Palo Pinto County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $65,051 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 7.6%, significantly above the national average. The poverty rate of 16.7% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Palo Pinto County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $171,379 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $1,024. Homeownership rates are high at 68.3%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Palo Pinto County are primarily White (73.46%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 27.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Palo Pinto County, TX is a solidly middle-class area in Texas. The 8 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 76453 | Gordon | 1,474 | $96,141 | $322,700 | $992 | 5.5% | 49.8% |
| 76449 | Graford | 2,157 | $70,819 | $268,000 | $943 | 6.4% | 37.0% |
| 76067 | Mineral Wells | 20,906 | $59,670 | $156,000 | $1,050 | 8.9% | 23.5% |
| 76463 | Mingus | 489 | $52,917 | $122,700 | $1,188 | 2.8% | 19.4% |
| 76484 | Palo Pinto | 1,000 | $93,684 | $158,700 | — | 0.0% | 27.4% |
| 76472 | Santo | 1,343 | $100,947 | $160,600 | — | 3.8% | 56.3% |
| 76475 | Strawn | 1,037 | $48,977 | $114,500 | $646 | 0.8% | 32.6% |