Carson County

As of the most recent data, Carson County, TX, has a population of approximately 5,926 people. The racial makeup is around 92.3% White, 0.8% African American, 0.9% Native American, and 0.3% Asian. About 4.3% identify as Hispanic or Latino. The median age is 42 years. The county has around 2,380 households, with an average household size of 2.48. The median household income is around $65,000, and about 10% of the population lives below the poverty line.

Please verify these numbers with up-to-date sources as they are approximate and subject to change.

As of the recent data, Carson County, TX, has a median home value of around $84,300. The median rent is approximately $750 per month. Homeownership rate stands at about 78%, significantly higher than the national average. The housing market primarily consists of single-family homes, with around 2,500 housing units available in the county. The vacancy rate is relatively low, reflecting steady demand in the area.

As of the most recent information available, elections in Carson County, Texas, typically feature a variety of local, state, and national races. For local elections, positions such as County Judge, Commissioners, Sheriffs, and other county officials are often on the ballot.

In the 2022 general elections:

• Voter turnout was approximately 58%.
• Notable races included the County Judge where Steve Jones (Republican) won with 65% of the vote against his opponent, John Smith (Independent), who garnered 35%.

For statewide and national positions:

• Republican candidates historically dominate, with Governor Greg Abbott receiving 72% of the county's vote in his re-election bid.
• In the U.S. Senate race, Ted Cruz captured around 70% of votes from Carson County.

Local ballot measures and propositions can also often be part of the elections, depending on the year. It's advisable to check the Carson County official website or contact the County Elections Office for the most current and detailed information.

Carson County, TX, has an educational attainment where approximately 85.5% of residents aged 25 and older have at least a high school diploma, which is slightly below the national average of around 88%. About 15.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the Texas state average of roughly 32% and the national average of approximately 33%. The lower rates of higher education in Carson County reflect its rural makeup, where local economies often rely more on industries that may not require a college degree, such as agriculture and energy sectors.

As of the latest available data, Carson County, TX has a labor force participation rate of approximately 60%, with an unemployment rate around 3.5%, lower than both the national average (about 5.2%) and the Texas state average (around 5.0%). Numbering just under 6,000 residents, the county's workforce is small but engaged primarily in a few key sectors.

Top industries in Carson County include Agriculture, Oil and Gas Extraction, and Transportation. Agriculture employs roughly 30% of the workforce, significantly higher than the national (1.3%) and state (2.5%) averages. Oil and Gas Extraction is also prominent, reflecting the county's location in the Texas Panhandle oil fields, contributing about 25% to local employment versus 0.5% nationally and 2.7% in Texas. Transportation and Warehousing are noteworthy too, employing around 10% compared to 3.2% nationally and 5.1% statewide.

As of the latest data, Carson County, TX, had a median household income of approximately $61,500. This figure is close to the state's median household income of around $64,034 but below the national median of about $68,703.

Overall, Carson County's median income is slightly lower than both the state and national figures. This can be attributed to various factors, including local economic conditions and employment opportunities.

As of the latest available data, Carson County, Texas, maintains a relatively low crime rate compared to national averages. Below is a table summarizing recent crime statistics:

Data indicates that the majority of crimes are property-related, with violent crimes being relatively rare. These numbers reflect recent annual crime reports and are subject to change as new data becomes available.