Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 43.9 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.80 |
| Below Poverty | 16.9% ▲ 69% above avg |
| College Grads | 23.8% ▼ 39% below avg |
| Unemployment | 5.4% ▲ 10% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 117 (2.9%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,551 (38.2%) |
| Some College | 621 (15.3%) |
| Associates | 797 (19.6%) |
| Bachelors | 323 (8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 649 (16%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $58,675 ▼ 23% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $92,972 ▼ 67% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $886/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 3,354 |
| Vacant Units | 982 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Refugio County is located in Texas and encompasses 5 ZIP codes spanning 5 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 6,693 residents. With a median age of 43.93, it is a middle-aged county.
Refugio County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $58,674 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 5.4%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 16.9% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Refugio County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $92,972 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $885. Homeownership rates are high at 77.7%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Refugio County are majority Hispanic (50.11%). Educational attainment is less-educated — 23.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Refugio County, TX is a solidly middle-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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 77950 | Austwell | 197 | $39,125 | $96,100 | — | 1.3% | 17.9% |
| 78340 | Bayside | 405 | $55,375 | $161,200 | $1,488 | 2.0% | 27.0% |
| 78377 | Refugio | 3,376 | $57,522 | $92,000 | $759 | 2.2% | 21.4% |
| 77990 | Tivoli | 783 | $65,417 | $58,800 | $943 | 8.2% | 25.1% |
| 78393 | Woodsboro | 1,932 | $60,642 | $93,900 | $957 | 11.0% | 27.3% |