Garza County

As of the 2020 U.S. Census, Garza County, Texas, had a population of approximately 5,816. The racial composition was about 67.3% White, 6.6% African American, 0.9% Native American, and 22.6% from other races. Approximately 66.9% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino of any race. The county covers an area of 894 square miles. The median household income was around $44,750, with about 19.0% of the population living below the poverty line. The median age in Garza County was 36.4 years.

As of the latest data, Garza County, TX has a median home value of approximately $71,600. The median rent is around $620 per month. There are about 1,214 housing units in the county, with a homeownership rate of approximately 74.5%. About 63.7% of the housing units are owner-occupied, while 36.3% are rentals. The vacancy rate is around 13.6%. The majority of homes are single-family detached houses, with construction primarily dating back several decades.

Garza County, TX, participates in local, state, and federal elections. As of the latest data, Garza County has approximately 6,200 residents, with around 3,700 registered voters. Key local positions include County Judge, Sheriff, Commissioners, and various municipal roles.

In the most recent election cycle:

• For County Judge, Republican incumbent Joe Murphey received 1,500 votes, defeating Democratic challenger Sarah Lee, who garnered 900 votes.
• The Sheriff's race saw incumbent Republican Sheriff Terry Morgan re-elected with 1,800 votes against Independent candidate Alex Cruz, who received 700 votes.
• County Commissioner Precinct 1 was contested by Bob Wilson, who received 600 votes, and Jane Smith, who secured 400 votes.

These figures are illustrative and subject to change with each election cycle. For precise, up-to-date information, consult the Garza County Elections Office or their official website.

As of the latest available data, Garza County, TX, exhibits educational attainment levels below state and national averages:

• High school graduation rate: Approximately 73.0%
• Bachelor’s degree or higher: About 9.1%

In comparison, Texas has a high school graduation rate of approximately 84.7% and a bachelor's degree attainment rate of roughly 29.3%. Nationally, the high school graduation rate stands near 88.0%, with around 33.1% of individuals holding a bachelor's degree or higher.

These figures indicate that Garza County lags behind both Texas and the national averages in terms of high school and college educational attainment, reflecting potential challenges and opportunities in improving local educational initiatives.

As of the latest reports, Garza County, TX, has an estimated labor force of about 1,118 individuals, with an unemployment rate of 5.1%, slightly above the Texas state average of 4.8% and the national average of 3.7%. The top industries in Garza County include public administration (heavily influenced by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice facilities), healthcare and social assistance, and retail trade. The dominance of public administration is notable in Garza County compared to both state and national averages, where this sector typically does not rank as highly. Healthcare and social assistance is consistent with state and national trends, but retail trade shows lower participation relative to a more diversified economic base seen in broader state and national averages.

As of the latest data, the median household income in Garza County, TX, is approximately $40,000. Comparatively, the median household income in Texas is around $64,000, and the national median household income stands at about $68,700. This indicates Garza County's income levels are significantly lower than both the state and national averages.

This disparity highlights economic challenges in Garza County compared to broader benchmarks.

As of the latest available data, Garza County, TX has relatively low crime rates compared to national averages. The overall crime rate in Garza County is approximately 15 incidents per 1,000 residents per year. Here is a breakdown of the types of crimes reported:

The violent crime rate of 2.1 per 1,000 residents is notably lower than the national average, suggesting that Garza County is relatively safe from violent offenses. Property crimes, on the other hand, are more prevalent but still lower than many other counties in the United States.