Archer County

Archer County, TX, has a population of around 8,553 (2020 Census). The racial makeup includes 94% White, 2.5% Native American, 1.7% African American, and 1.5% Asian. About 5% identify as Hispanic or Latino. The median household income is approximately $59,760, and the poverty rate stands at 7.4%. The county spans 925 square miles with a population density of roughly 9.2 people per square mile. The median age is 42.8 years, indicating a relatively mature population.

Archer County, TX has a median home value of approximately $105,000. The homeownership rate is around 80%, with median monthly housing costs for homeowners with a mortgage at roughly $1,100. For renters, the median monthly rent is about $800. Housing stock primarily consists of single-family homes, with a vacancy rate near 15%. New housing developments are rare, contributing to stable or rising property values.

As of the most recent elections in Archer County, Texas, here are the key details:

In the 2022 mid-term elections, notable races included:

• County Judge: Randy Jackson (Republican) secured 3,531 votes (87.4%) against Independent candidate Paul Wylie.
• County Commissioner, Precinct 2: Incumbent Richard Shelley (Republican) received 780 votes (64.5%), while challenger Jennifer Cash drew 429 votes (35.5%).

Voter turnout in Archer County for the election was approximately 54%, with 4,042 out of 7,500 registered voters casting ballots. The dominant political party in the area continues to be Republican, as evidenced by their strong showing in local and state races. For additional details on upcoming elections or specific candidate listings, voters should refer to the Archer County elections office or the Texas Secretary of State’s website.

Archer County, TX has relatively lower education attainment levels compared to national and state averages. Approximately 86.1% of residents aged 25 and older have at least a high school diploma, whereas the national average is around 88% and the Texas state average is approximately 83.7%. In terms of higher education, about 18.9% of Archer County residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is lower than both the national average of 33.1% and the Texas average of around 29.3%.

The county has limited higher education facilities, relying mostly on nearby cities for college-level education. Overall, the educational attainment in Archer County reveals gaps compared to broader trends, indicating potential opportunities for local educational development.

As of the latest data available, Archer County, TX has a labor force participation rate of approximately 61%, with an unemployment rate around 4.1%. Key industries in Archer County include agriculture, oil and gas extraction, manufacturing, and healthcare. Employment in agriculture and oil and gas extraction, in particular, is significantly higher compared to national and state averages.

Nationally, the largest employment sectors are healthcare, retail, and professional services, while Texas sees high employment in trade, transportation, and utilities along with professional and business services. Archer County's top industries reflect its rural, resource-based economy, contrasting with broader state and national trends focusing more on service-oriented sectors.

Agriculture and oil/gas extraction employ more than 20% of the county’s workforce, notably higher than the national average of less than 2% in agriculture and around 1.5% in mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction.

As of the most recent data, the median household income in Archer County, TX, is approximately $60,000. This figure is slightly below the national median household income, which stands at roughly $68,700, and also below the Texas state median, which is about $63,826.

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Archer County’s income levels reflect some economic challenges relative to the state and national figures.

Archer County, TX, is generally considered a safe area with lower crime rates compared to national averages. According to recent statistics, the total crime rate is approximately 13.9 per 1,000 residents. This includes property and violent crimes. Here is a breakdown of the types of crimes:

Violent crimes include murder, rape, robbery, and aggravated assault, whereas property crimes encompass burglary, theft, and motor vehicle theft. The data indicates that Archer County has relatively low crime rates, making it safer than many other regions in Texas and the U.S. overall.