Donley County

As of the 2020 Census, Donley County, TX has a population of approximately 3,258. The racial composition is predominantly White (82.8%), with Hispanic or Latino making up 13.1%. Black or African American residents comprise around 1.8%, and smaller percentages are reported for Native American, Asian, and other races. The median age is 48.9 years. In terms of household income, the median stands at about $45,000. The county covers an area of roughly 933 square miles, with a population density of approximately 3.5 people per square mile.

As of recent data, Donley County, TX has a median home value of approximately $60,000. The county has about 2,500 housing units, with a homeownership rate around 70%. The average household size is 2.2 people. Rent prices average $650 per month. The housing market is stable, with modest annual appreciation rates of around 2-3%.

In Donley County, Texas, the most recent elections included several local and statewide races. For the gubernatorial race, Republican Greg Abbott received 89.9% of the local vote, while Democrat Beto O'Rourke garnered 8.4%. In the U.S. Senate race, Republican Ted Cruz won with 88.5% against Democrat Beto O'Rourke's 10.9%. The county also had elections for positions like county judge, sheriff, and commissioners. For the Precinct 1 commissioner race, Republican Clint Hall ran unopposed and secured 100% of the vote. Voter turnout and participation in these elections continue to reflect the county's strong Republican leaning.

As of the latest available data, Donley County, TX, has a lower educational attainment compared to national and state averages. Approximately 79% of residents aged 25 and older have a high school diploma or higher, whereas the state average in Texas is around 83%, and the national average is about 88%. Furthermore, only 11% of Donley County residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to 29% statewide and 33% nationwide. These statistics indicate that Donley County falls short in educational attainment relative to broader benchmarks.

As of the most recent data, Donley County, TX has an employment rate of approximately 57%, marginally lower than the Texas state average of around 62% and the national average of 61%. Key industries in Donley County include Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing, and Hunting, accounting for about 25% of employment—significantly higher than the national average of roughly 1.3%. Other top industries include Education and Health Services (16%) and Retail Trade (10%). The higher prevalence of Agriculture reflects the county's rural nature and contrasts with Texas (4%) and national figures. Employment in Educational and Health Services aligns closer with state and national levels, around 11-16%. Overall, industry distribution in Donley County is more agriculture-focused compared to broader state and national trends.

As of the latest available data, the median household income in Donley County, TX, is approximately $42,000 per year. This figure is below both the national median household income, which stands at around $68,700, and the Texas state median household income, which is roughly $63,800.

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These income levels indicate that Donley County has a lower median household income compared to both the state of Texas and the national averages.

Donley County, Texas, maintains a relatively low crime rate compared to other regions. As of the latest data from 2022, the overall crime rate stands at about 1,500 incidents per 100,000 residents. This includes both violent and property crimes. Violent crimes such as assault and robbery are significantly less frequent. Property crimes like burglary and theft occur more often but still below the national average. The following table summarizes the crime statistics:

Note: Always refer to official resources or law enforcement agencies for the most current and accurate data.