Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 35.1 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.61 |
| Below Poverty | 14.2% ▲ 42% above avg |
| College Grads | 33.9% ▼ 13% below avg |
| Unemployment | 7.0% ▲ 42% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 508 (2.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 7,902 (32.3%) |
| Some College | 3,760 (15.4%) |
| Associates | 3,937 (16.1%) |
| Bachelors | 3,050 (12.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 5,284 (21.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $66,772 ▼ 12% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $186,309 ▼ 33% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $997/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 17,617 |
| Vacant Units | 2,044 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Wharton County is located in Texas and encompasses 12 ZIP codes spanning 12 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 41,951 residents. With a median age of 35.05, it is a relatively young county.
Wharton County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $66,772 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 7.0%, above the national average. The poverty rate of 14.2% is above the national average.
Housing in Wharton County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $186,309 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $996. Homeownership rates are high at 70.1%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Wharton County are racially diverse, with White as the largest group at 44.3%. Educational attainment is moderately educated — 33.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Wharton County, TX is a solidly middle-class area in Texas. The 12 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 77420 | Boling | 2,461 | $79,583 | $194,600 | $841 | 9.1% | 59.0% |
| 77435 | East Bernard | 4,376 | $63,702 | $281,100 | $1,226 | 5.5% | 32.3% |
| 77437 | El Campo | 18,886 | $72,490 | $175,400 | $961 | 7.8% | 32.5% |
| 77455 | Louise | 1,593 | $58,601 | $159,600 | $1,104 | 4.1% | 43.2% |
| 77488 | Wharton | 14,129 | $58,770 | $173,100 | $989 | 6.5% | 30.5% |