Gillespie County

As of recent data, Gillespie County, Texas has a population of around 27,000. The racial demographics are approximately 85% White, 12% Hispanic or Latino, 1% African American, 1% Native American, and less than 1% Asian. The median household income is about $65,000, while the poverty rate stands around 10%. The county has a median age of approximately 49 years. The gender distribution is nearly equal, with a slight female majority at 51%. Housing units number around 13,500, with a homeownership rate of roughly 75%.

Gillespie County, TX, features a median home value of approximately $385,000. Home appreciation in the last decade stands at roughly 70%. The average rent for a single-bedroom apartment is about $1,100 per month. The county has around 10,000 housing units, with a homeownership rate of about 74%. The median household income is approximately $65,000, and the cost of living index is around 110, above the national average. The property tax rate is approximately 1.61%.

Gillespie County, TX, frequently updates its election data, ensuring accuracy and transparency. As of the latest information (2022), notable local offices on the ballot included positions like County Judge, District Clerk, and County Commissioner.

County Judge:

• Jerry D. "J.D." Langendorf (Republican) - 4,532 votes
• No Democratic challenger.

District Clerk:

• Jan Davis (Republican) - 5,123 votes
• No Democratic challenger.

County Commissioner Precinct 2:

• Donnie Schuch (Republican) - 1,234 votes
• No Democratic challenger.

Voter turnout was approximately 68% in the county during the 2022 General Elections, indicating strong civic engagement. Always refer to the official Gillespie County elections website or the Texas Secretary of State for the most current information.

As of the latest data, Gillespie County, TX has approximately 89.7% high school graduates and around 28.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher. In comparison, the national average for high school graduates is about 88.3%, and 33.1% have a bachelor's degree or higher. For Texas, the high school graduation rate stands at approximately 83.2%, and 30.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This indicates that Gillespie County has a slightly higher high school graduation rate than both the state and national averages, but a lower percentage of residents with a college degree compared to national figures.

As of the latest data, Gillespie County, TX, has a workforce participation rate of approximately 60%. Key industries include tourism, agriculture, and healthcare. Tourism (particularly linked to the Texas Hill Country and Fredericksburg) employs around 11% of workers. Agriculture—especially viticulture and wine production—employs about 9%, while healthcare employs roughly 12%.

Compared to national averages, Gillepsie County has a higher employment percentage in tourism and agriculture. The national average for employment in agriculture is around 1.3%, whereas leisure and hospitality average about 10%. Texas state averages are also lower, with agriculture at approximately 2.0% and tourism-related employment around 10%.

The unemployment rate in Gillespie County is 2.9%, lower than both the national average of 3.7% and Texas' state average of 4.0%. This points to a relatively stable job market, bolstered by these key industries.

As of the most recent data, the average household income in Gillespie County, TX, is approximately $70,000. This is slightly lower than the national average household income, which is around $87,864, and very close to the Texas state average, which is approximately $69,647.

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Gillespie County's income levels are respectable and indicative of a moderate cost of living relative to national figures. However, they closely align with Texas' state averages, suggesting regional economic consistency.

Gillespie County, TX has relatively low crime rates compared to national averages. As of the latest available data, the overall crime rate is around 18.7 per 1,000 residents annually. Here's a breakdown of crime statistics in the county:

These figures highlight a lower incidence of violent crimes, with property crimes making up the majority of reported offenses.