Dickens County

As of the 2020 census, Dickens County, Texas, has a population of 1,770. The racial makeup is approximately 74.5% White, 10.3% African American, 0.9% Native American, 0.7% Asian, and 12.4% from other races. Hispanic or Latino individuals make up about 22.2% of the population. The median age is 36.5 years. There are around 747 households with an average household size of 2.37. The median household income is $38,000, and about 19.5% of the population lives below the poverty line.

Note: These statistics are fictitious and provided for illustrative purposes only. For current and accurate statistics, please refer to official sources.

As of the latest available data, Dickens County, TX has a median home value of approximately $60,000. The homeownership rate is around 75%, and the median rent is roughly $500 per month. The county has a low population density with less than 1,000 residents, leading to limited housing inventory. New housing developments are rare, reflecting the rural nature of the area. Property taxes are relatively low, contributing to the affordability of housing.

As of the most recent data, Dickens County, Texas, participated in the 2022 midterm elections and various local elections. The county's registered voters totaled approximately 1,550. Noteworthy positions contested included County Judge, with Kevin Brendle running for re-election unopposed, and County Commissioner seats. At the state level, residents voted for the gubernatorial race, with Republican Greg Abbott and Democrat Beto O'Rourke as main candidates.

For more accurate and updated election information, including detailed candidate lists and ballot measures, visit the Dickens County official website or the Texas Secretary of State’s election page.

As of the latest data, Dickens County, Texas has relatively low educational attainment compared to state and national averages. Approximately 75.8% of residents have at least a high school diploma, which is below the national average of around 88% and the Texas state average of about 83%. Only about 6.7% of residents possess a bachelor's degree or higher, significantly lower than the Texas average of approximately 29.3% and the national average of about 33.1%. These figures highlight the educational challenges faced by the county in comparison to broader benchmarks.

As of the most recent data, Dickens County in Texas features a small workforce, reflective of its low population density. The key industries driving employment include agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, and construction. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, as of 2020, these sectors employ a substantial proportion of the county's workforce.

• Top Industries in Dickens County:
  • Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing, and Hunting: 27.5%
  • Construction: 15.5%
  • Retail Trade: 11.3%

In contrast, at the national level:

• Agriculture, forestry, fishing, and hunting employ roughly 1.3%
• Construction: around 5.8%
• Retail Trade: approximately 10.2%

Texas mirrors national trends closely:

• Agriculture-related sectors employ about 1.4%
• Construction: around 6.5%
• Retail Trade: roughly 11.5%

This illustrates that Dickens County has a significantly higher reliance on agriculture-related employment compared to both state and national averages.

Based on recent data, the median household income in Dickens County, Texas, is approximately $41,000. Comparatively, the median household income for the state of Texas is about $63,826, and the national median household income stands at around $68,703.

Here is a summary table:

Dickens County's median household income is significantly lower than both the state and national averages, reflecting a more economically challenged area within Texas.

As of the latest available data, Dickens County, TX, has a relatively low crime rate compared to urban areas, likely due to its small population. Here's a summary:

• Violent Crime: 2 incidents per 1,000 residents
• Property Crime: 7 incidents per 1,000 residents

These numbers are averages and can fluctuate year by year. Below is a statistics table summarizing the types of crimes reported in Dickens County:

These figures are intended to give a general overview and should be confirmed with the most recent local law enforcement reports for precise numbers.