Bastrop County

As of the 2020 U.S. Census, Bastrop County, Texas has a population of approximately 97,216 residents. The racial composition is about 72.5% White, 10.5% Black or African American, 1.7% Asian, 0.9% Native American, and 12.1% from other races. Hispanic or Latino individuals make up around 30.6% of the population. The median household income is roughly $66,000. The county spans an area of 896 square miles, with a population density of about 108 people per square mile.

As of the latest data in 2023, Bastrop County, TX has a median home value of approximately $280,000. The median household income is around $65,000 annually. Housing growth has been robust, with a 3.1% increase in home values over the past year. The median rent is about $1,300 per month. The homeownership rate is roughly 76%, with a population of around 94,000 residents. The average property tax rate is approximately 1.99%. The housing market is relatively competitive, with homes typically selling within 25-35 days.

As of recent elections, Bastrop County, TX has seen a variety of races and candidates. For the 2022 midterm elections, voter turnout was about 57,000 out of approximately 63,000 registered voters.

Key races included:

• U.S. House, TX-10: Michael McCaul (R) vs. Linda Nuno (D)
• Texas Senate, District 5: Charles Schwertner (R) vs. Meg Walsh (D)
• Texas House, District 17: Stan Gerdes (R) vs. Madeline Eden (D)

Local elections featured County Judge and various commission seats. Notable candidates:

• County Judge: Paul Pape (R) vs. Dock Jackson (D)
• County Commissioner, Precincts 1-4: Different candidates per precinct, notable include Clara Beckett (R) in Precinct 2.

For up-to-date information, visit the Bastrop County elections website or contact the county elections office.

As of the latest data, Bastrop County, TX shows the following educational attainment statistics for residents aged 25 and older:

• High school graduates: 84.5%
• Bachelor's degree or higher: 19.9%

For context, these values are compared to both state and national averages:

• Texas: 83.2% high school graduates, 29.3% bachelor's degree or higher
• United States: 88.5% high school graduates, 33.1% bachelor's degree or higher

Bastrop County falls slightly above the state average for high school graduation rates but below both state and national averages for higher education attainment. This suggests that while basic education levels are relatively strong, there's a considerable gap in higher education compared to broader benchmarks.

Bastrop County, TX, which is part of the Austin-Round Rock Metropolitan Statistical Area, has a labor force participation rate of approximately 63%. As of the latest available data, the unemployment rate in the county stands at around 3.6%, close to the national average of 3.7%. The top industries in Bastrop County include Health Care and Social Assistance, Retail Trade, Construction, and Educational Services.

Comparatively, Texas has a broader emphasis on high-tech industries and energy, given its status as a leading state in oil and natural gas production. Nationally, Health Care and Social Assistance, Retail Trade, and Professional and Business Services are top sectors. Bastrop County's economy is more localized and service-based, which aligns closely with state and national employment trends, but with unique local strengths in areas like construction and education.

As of the latest available data, the median household income in Bastrop County, TX, is approximately $61,500. Comparatively, the median household income for Texas is around $64,000, and the national median household income is roughly $68,700.

Bastrop County's median income is slightly lower than both the state and national averages. This data highlights the regional economic differences within Texas and between Texas and the broader United States.

(These values are approximations and subject to change as new data is released.)

As of the most recent data, Bastrop County, TX, has a crime rate of approximately 2,000 incidents per 100,000 residents annually. The county's crime index shows a mix of violent and property crimes. Here's a summary of crime statistics per 100,000 residents:

These figures provide a snapshot of the crime landscape in Bastrop County, reflecting a higher rate of property crimes compared to violent crimes.