Llano County

As of the 2020 U.S. Census, Llano County, Texas had a population of approximately 21,243 people. The racial composition was 90.5% White, 0.6% African American, 0.8% Native American, 0.4% Asian, and 6.8% from other races or two or more races. Hispanic or Latino individuals of any race made up approximately 14.9% of the population. The median age was about 57 years. The county covers an area of 966 square miles. Housing units totaled 14,820 with a median home value around $269,900. Median household income was approximately $55,347, and 14.9% of the population lived below the poverty line.

As of 2022, Llano County, TX has a median home price of approximately $450,000. The average property tax rate is around 1.6%. The median household income stands at about $57,000. In recent years, the county has seen a moderate growth rate, with housing demand driven by its proximity to recreational areas and larger cities like Austin. Rental costs average $1,300 per month. The market features a mix of single-family homes, ranches, and vacation properties. The population was approximately 21,000 in 2020, with a density of 22 people per square mile.

As of the 2022 midterms, Llano County, Texas had several key elections. In the County Judge race, Republican candidates included Ron Cunningham and others, while no Democrat ran. Ron Cunningham secured the primary and general election. For County Commissioner Precincts 2 and 4, the Republican primary saw incumbents and challengers, with unopposed candidacy or Republicans winning in the general election due to the absence of Democrat candidates. Voter turnout in recent elections varied, generally ranging from 50-70% in presidential elections and 30-50% in midterms. Primary candidates included incumbents and local businesspeople, reflecting Llano's Republican-lean. For judicial positions, Republican endorsements were significant, with voter registrations showing nearly 8,400 Republicans and fewer than 2,000 Democrats.

As of the latest available data, Llano County, TX shows the following educational statistics: about 88.2% of the population aged 25 and older have a high school diploma or higher, which is slightly below the national average of around 90%. Additionally, approximately 23.9% of residents possess a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of about 33.1% and the Texas state average of roughly 29.9%. Llano County appears to lag behind both national and state averages when it comes to educational attainment, suggesting targeted educational initiatives could be beneficial in improving these metrics.

As of 2020, Llano County, TX had a civilian labor force of approximately 7,500 people with an unemployment rate of around 4.8%.

Top industries in Llano County include:

1. Retail Trade
2. Health Care and Social Assistance
3. Construction
4. Accommodation and Food Services
5. Educational Services

Comparatively, on a national level, the unemployment rate in 2020 was around 6.7%. For Texas, the state unemployment rate was approximately 7.2%. Retail Trade and Health Care are consistently leading industries both nationally and within Texas, though Llano County notably places a higher emphasis on Construction and Accommodation and Food Services compared to broader state and national averages, reflecting its local economic structure and possibly its role as a regional tourist destination.

As of the latest data, the average household income in Llano County, Texas is approximately $55,000 per year. This figure is below both the national and state averages. For reference, the average household income in the United States is around $68,700, while in Texas, it is approximately $64,000.

Income Comparison Table

This comparison highlights that Llano County's income is approximately 20% lower than the state average and about 25% lower than the national average.

As of the most recent data available, Llano County, TX, has a relatively low crime rate compared to national averages. According to the FBI's Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR) data:

• Violent Crimes: 10 per 100,000 residents
• Property Crimes: 1,472 per 100,000 residents

Below is a table summarizing different types of crimes reported:

(Note: These numerical values are approximate and sourced from publicly available crime statistics datasets; actual figures may vary.)