Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 40.4 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.62 |
| Below Poverty | 11.3% ▲ 13% above avg |
| College Grads | 29.4% ▼ 24% below avg |
| Unemployment | 2.4% ▼ 51% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 216 (1.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,935 (30.7%) |
| Some College | 1,607 (12.5%) |
| Associates | 3,276 (25.6%) |
| Bachelors | 1,285 (10%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,493 (19.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $63,558 ▼ 17% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $144,848 ▼ 48% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $792/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 10,344 |
| Vacant Units | 2,271 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Panola County is located in Texas and encompasses 7 ZIP codes spanning 7 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 21,457 residents. With a median age of 40.4, it is a middle-aged county.
Panola County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $63,557 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 2.4%, well below the national average. The poverty rate of 11.3% is above the national average.
Housing in Panola County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $144,848 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $792. Homeownership rates are high at 79.7%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Panola County are primarily White (71.71%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 29.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Panola 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 75631 | Beckville | 2,644 | $76,389 | $137,800 | $864 | 0.4% | 30.6% |
| 75633 | Carthage | 12,999 | $63,960 | $150,400 | $774 | 2.3% | 31.6% |
| 75639 | De Berry | 2,698 | $45,795 | $140,200 | — | 4.8% | 22.1% |
| 75643 | Gary | 2,072 | $56,685 | $132,200 | $814 | 3.6% | 28.2% |
| 75669 | Long Branch | 1,044 | $85,595 | $130,700 | — | 0.0% | 20.1% |