Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 39.5 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.91 |
| Below Poverty | 7.6% ▼ 24% below avg |
| College Grads | 31.6% ▼ 19% below avg |
| Unemployment | 4.7% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 1,024 (2.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 13,249 (31.6%) |
| Some College | 6,942 (16.5%) |
| Associates | 7,504 (17.9%) |
| Bachelors | 3,647 (8.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 9,600 (22.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $89,938 ▲ 18% above avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $282,148 ≈ Avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,268/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 26,026 |
| Vacant Units | 2,480 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Wise County is located in Texas and encompasses 10 ZIP codes spanning 10 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 69,226 residents. With a median age of 39.5, it is a middle-aged county.
Wise County has a middle-income economic profile. The median household income of $89,938 is above the national average. Unemployment stands at 4.7%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 7.6% is well below the national average.
Housing in Wise County is a mid-range housing market, with a median home value of $282,148 — near the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $1,268. Homeownership rates are high at 81.6%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Wise County are primarily White (73.3%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 31.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Wise County, TX is a middle-income area in Texas. The 10 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 76225 | Alvord | 3,311 | $71,625 | $281,700 | $951 | 5.9% | 25.9% |
| 76023 | Boyd | 7,192 | $80,927 | $281,800 | $1,091 | 4.7% | 23.4% |
| 76426 | Bridgeport | 11,065 | $84,759 | $257,500 | $1,172 | 3.9% | 35.4% |
| 76431 | Chico | 4,480 | $82,971 | $186,700 | $1,094 | 6.4% | 25.1% |
| 76234 | Decatur | 20,912 | $88,083 | $304,300 | $1,358 | 4.2% | 33.2% |
| 76071 | Newark | 4,723 | $102,654 | $286,500 | $1,253 | 12.1% | 30.0% |
| 76073 | Paradise | 7,267 | $110,224 | $317,200 | $1,165 | 3.0% | 36.7% |
| 76078 | Rhome | 10,200 | $94,379 | $278,800 | $1,574 | 3.2% | 31.9% |