Gray County

Gray County, Texas, has a population of approximately 21,886 (as of 2020). The racial composition is predominantly White (around 83%), followed by Hispanic or Latino (18%), African American (5%), and other races making up the remainder. The median household income is about $47,000, and the poverty rate stands at roughly 17%. The county has a gender distribution of 52% male and 48% female, with a median age of approximately 40 years.

Gray County, TX, has a median home value of approximately $60,000. The median rent is around $700 per month. Homeownership is prevalent, with about 70% of residents owning their homes. The housing market has experienced moderate growth, with a slight annual appreciation rate. The typical property size ranges from 1,400 to 1,800 square feet. The county's housing affordability index indicates that housing remains accessible compared to state and national averages.

Gray County, TX conducts elections for various local positions and participates in state and national elections. The county falls within Texas's 13th Congressional District for federal elections. In recent local elections, leadership positions such as County Judge, County Commissioners, and Sheriff were contested. For example, in the 2022 election cycle, the county had 11,873 registered voters. Key candidates included County Judge Chris Porter and incumbent Sheriff Michael Ryan. Turnout statistics often hover around 50-60% for major elections, though these numbers can vary by election type and year. Voting typically occurs at several precincts throughout the county, with early voting options available. For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the Gray County Elections Office or their official website.

As of the most recent data, approximately 83.9% of Gray County, TX residents have a high school diploma or higher. This is slightly below the Texas state average of around 84.4% and the national average of approximately 88%. When it comes to higher education, about 15.4% of Gray County residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the Texas state average of 29.9% and the national average of 33.1%. These figures indicate that Gray County's educational attainment levels are below both state and national averages.

As of the latest data, Gray County, TX, has a labor force participation rate of approximately 58.2%, slightly below the Texas average of 63.9% and the national average of 63.0%. The unemployment rate in Gray County is around 5.0%, higher than both the state average of 4.5% and the national average of 3.9%.

Top industries in Gray County include:

1. Oil & Gas Extraction (20% of employment)
2. Healthcare & Social Assistance (15%)
3. Retail Trade (14%)
4. Educational Services (12%)

Compared to state and national trends, Gray County has a notably higher employment concentration in the Oil & Gas sector (TX average: 13%, US average: 4%). However, Healthcare & Social Assistance sees participation comparable to state and national levels. Retail Trade and Educational Services sectors are also significant but align more closely with broader Texas and national patterns.

As of the latest available data, the median household income in Gray County, Texas, is approximately $52,000. This falls below both the national median household income, which is about $68,700, and the Texas state average, which is around $63,800.

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Gray County's median household income is roughly 24% lower than the national average and about 18% lower than the Texas state average. These comparisons indicate that Gray County has a relatively lower economic standing compared to broader benchmarks.

As of recent data, Gray County, Texas, has a crime rate of approximately 2,594 incidents per 100,000 people. Violent crimes stand at around 300 incidents per 100,000 people, while property crimes are about 2,294 per 100,000 people. The county has experienced a slight decrease in violent crime rates over the past few years.

These figures are based on the latest available reports and may vary with new data.