Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 31.8 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.99 |
| Below Poverty | 13.8% ▲ 38% above avg |
| College Grads | 32.2% ▼ 17% below avg |
| Unemployment | 7.5% ▲ 53% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 1,456 (5.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 8,455 (31.9%) |
| Some College | 2,937 (11.1%) |
| Associates | 5,487 (20.7%) |
| Bachelors | 1,765 (6.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 6,428 (24.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $66,437 ▼ 13% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $263,687 ≈ Avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,189/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 17,679 |
| Vacant Units | 1,923 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Waller County is located in Texas and encompasses 5 ZIP codes spanning 5 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 51,722 residents. With a median age of 31.81, it is a relatively young county.
Waller County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $66,436 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 7.5%, significantly above the national average. The poverty rate of 13.8% is above the national average.
Housing in Waller County is a mid-range housing market, with a median home value of $263,687 — near the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $1,189. Homeownership rates are high at 63.4%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Waller County are racially diverse, with White as the largest group at 35.8%. Educational attainment is moderately educated — 32.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Waller 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 77423 | Brookshire | 16,689 | $82,280 | $266,100 | $1,340 | 4.4% | 40.2% |
| 77445 | Hempstead | 14,943 | $63,650 | $270,900 | $1,251 | 5.9% | 18.3% |
| 77466 | Pattison | 258 | $43,708 | $295,800 | — | 8.4% | 46.2% |
| 77446 | Prairie View | 6,060 | $19,262 | $284,000 | $883 | 19.7% | 43.3% |
| 77484 | Waller | 13,772 | $71,446 | $243,400 | $1,075 | 7.5% | 32.5% |