Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 36.4 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.47 |
| Below Poverty | 8.4% ▼ 16% below avg |
| College Grads | 32.1% ▼ 17% below avg |
| Unemployment | 2.2% ▼ 55% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 323 (3.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,513 (25.6%) |
| Some College | 2,087 (21.2%) |
| Associates | 1,753 (17.8%) |
| Bachelors | 1,210 (12.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,938 (19.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $60,571 ▼ 21% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $110,815 ▼ 60% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $908/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 7,057 |
| Vacant Units | 1,043 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Scurry County is located in Texas and encompasses 6 ZIP codes spanning 5 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 16,776 residents. With a median age of 36.42, it is a relatively young county.
Scurry County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $60,571 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 2.2%, well below the national average. The poverty rate of 8.4% is near the national average.
Housing in Scurry County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $110,815 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $907. Homeownership rates are high at 77.2%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Scurry County are racially diverse, with White as the largest group at 49.9%. Educational attainment is moderately educated — 32.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Scurry County, TX is a solidly middle-class area in Texas. The 6 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.