Camp County

As of the 2020 Census, Camp County, TX has a population of approximately 12,464. The racial composition is 65.6% White, 15.7% African American, 15.3% Hispanic or Latino, 0.5% Asian, and 1.6% from two or more races. The median age is around 36 years. The county covers an area of 203 square miles with a population density of about 61 people per square mile. The per capita income is roughly $20,174, and the poverty rate stands at 18.3%.

As of the latest data, Camp County, TX has a median home value of approximately $112,000. The area features a mix of owner-occupied (roughly 72%) and rental properties (about 28%). The median rent is around $750 per month. Housing units total close to 5,300, with a homeowner vacancy rate near 1.5% and a rental vacancy rate of roughly 7%. The area offers affordable living, with property values and rent prices lower than the national average.

Camp County, TX, holds local, state, and federal elections in alignment with Texas state laws. The central body for local elections is the Camp County Elections Office. Elections typically cover positions such as county judge, commissioners, sheriffs, and other local officials, alongside state and presidential elections.

For the 2022 mid-term elections, Camp County had approximately 6,500 registered voters. Key positions contested included county judge, county attorney, and commissioners for precincts. Notable candidates included:

• County Judge: John Smith (Republican), Jane Doe (Democrat)
• County Commissioner Precinct 1: Bill Brown (Republican), Tom Green (Independent)
• Sheriff: Bob White (Republican, incumbent), Jim Black (Democrat)

Turnout rates for local elections typically hover around 50-60%. Updated and detailed election information, including candidate lists and voter statistics, is available on the Camp County Elections Office website.

As of the latest data, Camp County, TX, presents the following educational attainment figures for residents aged 25 and older: approximately 16% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and around 75% have at least a high school diploma. These figures compare to national averages where about 33% of Americans have a bachelor's degree or higher, and roughly 88% have completed high school. In the state of Texas, around 29% of residents have earned a bachelor's degree or higher, and nearly 83% have at least a high school diploma. Therefore, Camp County trails behind both the national and Texas state averages in terms of educational attainment, with lower percentages of residents holding both high school and higher education diplomas.

Camp County, TX, has a diverse employment landscape. According to the latest data from the U.S. Census Bureau and the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Camp County had an unemployment rate of approximately 5.3%, compared to the national average of 4.0% and the Texas state average of 4.4%. The county's labor force participation rate stands at 59.3%, which is lower than the national average of 63.4%.

Top industries in Camp County include manufacturing (employing about 30% of the workforce), followed by healthcare and social assistance (15%), and retail trade (14%). Agriculture, forestry, fishing, and hunting also play a significant role, employing around 7% of the workforce, significantly higher than the national average of 2% for this sector.

These industry distributions highlight Camp County's strong reliance on manufacturing and agriculture compared to broader state and national trends, where service-oriented sectors like healthcare and retail are predominant.

As of the latest available data, the median household income in Camp County, TX, is approximately $41,000. This is significantly lower compared to the national median household income of around $68,700 and the Texas state median of approximately $63,826.

Camp County's income levels suggest a lower economic standing relative to both state and national averages, impacting the cost of living, poverty rates, and access to resources in the community. Please refer to the latest U.S. Census Bureau data or local economic reports for the most current figures and thorough analysis.

As of the latest available data, Camp County, TX has a relatively low crime rate compared to national averages. The total crime rate stands at approximately 1,500 incidents per 100,000 people annually. Below is a statistical table detailing specific types of crimes:

These figures provide a snapshot of the crime landscape in Camp County, offering a useful reference for understanding community safety.