Hidalgo County

As of the latest data, Hidalgo County, TX, has a population of approximately 870,781. The racial composition is about 92.2% Hispanic or Latino, 6.7% White, 0.7% Black or African American, 1.1% Asian, and 0.3% other races. The median household income is around $40,000, with approximately 25% of residents living below the poverty line. Age distribution shows a young population, with a median age of about 29 years. Educational attainment indicates that around 65% of residents have a high school diploma or higher, while 15% possess a bachelor’s degree or higher.

As of the most recent data, Hidalgo County, TX has a median home value of approximately $109,900. The median rent is around $750 per month. The homeownership rate is about 69.3%, and the county has a total of around 293,760 housing units. The vacancy rate stands at approximately 12.1%. The area has experienced steady growth with a population increase of about 7.1% over the past decade.

Sources: U.S. Census Bureau, Zillow, and local real estate listings (as of 2023).

Hidalgo County, Texas, conducts various elections for local, state, and federal positions. For the November 2022 general election, turnout was approximately 39%, with about 128,000 of 328,000 registered voters participating. Key races included the 15th Congressional District, where Democrat Michelle Vallejo faced Republican Monica De La Cruz. In the Hidalgo County Judge race, incumbent Richard Cortez (Democrat) ran against Esmeralda Flores (Republican). The county features numerous local elections such as for commissioners, judges, school boards, and city councils. For precise, up-to-date details, always refer to the Hidalgo County Elections Department website.

Hidalgo County, TX, exhibits lower educational attainment relative to state and national averages. Approximately 61% of residents aged 25 and older have a high school diploma or higher, compared to about 88% nationally and 83% in Texas. Only 14% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, versus 32% nationally and 30% in Texas. The county faces educational challenges, partially due to economic factors and a high percentage (90%) of Hispanic and Latino populations. Local initiatives aim to improve educational outcomes through community college programs and partnerships with universities.

As of the latest data, Hidalgo County, TX, has an employment rate of 57.8% and an unemployment rate of 9.2%, which is higher than both the national average of 3.6% and the Texas state average of 4.4%. The county's labor force participation is at 53.1%.

Top industries in Hidalgo County include Education and Health Services (26.3%), Retail Trade (11.8%), and Public Administration (10%). Meanwhile, the national percentages for these industries are Education and Health Services (23%), Retail Trade (10%), and Public Administration (5%). Texas statewide values show Education and Health Services at 21%, Retail Trade at 12%, and Public Administration at 6%.

In summary, Hidalgo County has higher unemployment and a larger share of its workforce in education, health services, and public administration than both the national and state averages.

As of the most recent data, Hidalgo County, TX has a median household income of around $38,700. This is significantly lower than both the national and Texas state averages. Comparatively, the median household income in the United States is approximately $68,700, while Texas averages at about $61,874. This disparity highlights the economic challenges faced by residents of Hidalgo County.

These figures illustrate that Hidalgo County's median income is about 44% below the national average and 37% below the Texas state average.

As of the latest data, Hidalgo County, TX, has a mixed crime landscape. The overall crime rate is lower than the national average, with violent crimes accounting for a significant portion. Detailed statistics for a recent year are as follows:

These numbers reflect a snapshot of the area’s crime for a specific period. While violent crimes such as aggravated assault are notable, property crimes like larceny-theft also contribute significantly to the crime rate.