Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 44.1 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.59 |
| Below Poverty | 16.8% ▲ 68% above avg |
| College Grads | 22.0% ▼ 43% below avg |
| Unemployment | 8.5% ▲ 74% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 911 (2.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 11,586 (36%) |
| Some College | 7,133 (22.2%) |
| Associates | 5,504 (17.1%) |
| Bachelors | 2,136 (6.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 4,933 (15.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $59,482 ▼ 22% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $153,978 ▼ 45% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,026/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 25,589 |
| Vacant Units | 7,081 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Polk County is located in Texas and encompasses 10 ZIP codes spanning 9 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 51,587 residents. With a median age of 44.11, it is a middle-aged county.
Polk County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $59,482 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 8.5%, significantly above the national average. The poverty rate of 16.8% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Polk County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $153,978 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $1,026. Homeownership rates are high at 77.4%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Polk County are primarily White (71.59%). Educational attainment is less-educated — 22.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Polk County, TX is a solidly middle-class area in Texas. The 10 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 75939 | Corrigan | 4,974 | $45,767 | $121,400 | $707 | 24.3% | 13.7% |
| 77335 | Goodrich | 2,945 | $60,365 | $140,000 | $1,144 | 15.3% | 33.4% |
| 77351 | Livingston | 35,828 | $62,710 | $163,500 | $1,057 | 5.6% | 23.7% |
| 75960 | Moscow | 1,041 | $73,137 | $117,600 | — | 3.1% | 16.5% |
| 77360 | Onalaska | 6,130 | $49,004 | $141,300 | $1,049 | 10.5% | 15.0% |