Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 43.9 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.57 |
| Below Poverty | 17.5% ▲ 75% above avg |
| College Grads | 19.6% ▼ 50% below avg |
| Unemployment | 9.3% ▲ 91% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 343 (2.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,988 (40%) |
| Some College | 2,739 (22%) |
| Associates | 1,972 (15.8%) |
| Bachelors | 759 (6.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,670 (13.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $50,217 ▼ 34% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $132,803 ▼ 52% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $945/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 9,423 |
| Vacant Units | 2,447 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Tyler County is located in Texas and encompasses 9 ZIP codes spanning 8 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 19,894 residents. With a median age of 43.85, it is a middle-aged county.
Tyler County has a working-class economic profile. The median household income of $50,217 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 9.3%, significantly above the national average. The poverty rate of 17.5% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Tyler County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $132,803 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $944. Homeownership rates are high at 78.2%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Tyler County are primarily White (76.91%). Educational attainment is less-educated — 19.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Tyler County, TX is a working-class area in Texas. The 9 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 75936 | Chester | 677 | $59,375 | $165,300 | $725 | 7.9% | 28.9% |
| 75938 | Colmesneil | 2,456 | $48,903 | $117,300 | $734 | 5.4% | 19.6% |
| 77624 | Hillister | 706 | $42,388 | $202,400 | $1,063 | 3.7% | 1.4% |
| 77660 | Spurger | 1,141 | $61,250 | $185,800 | — | 26.5% | 17.4% |
| 77664 | Warren | 2,590 | $66,786 | $153,700 | $1,136 | 9.4% | 24.4% |
| 75979 | Woodville | 11,465 | $45,599 | $122,600 | $952 | 9.6% | 20.2% |