Potter County

As of the latest data, Potter County, TX, has a population of approximately 115,000. The racial composition includes about 76% White, 8% Black or African American, 2% Asian, and 1% Native American, with 43% identifying as Hispanic or Latino. The median household income is around $46,000, and the poverty rate stands at about 18%. The median age is 33 years, with roughly 25% of the population under 18 and 14% over 65.

As of 2021, Potter County, TX has a median home value of approximately $110,000. Owner-occupied housing units account for around 52% of residences. The median rent is about $800 per month. The county's homeownership rate stands at 59%, with around 21% of homes being vacant. The average household size is 2.5 persons, and the overall housing market has shown modest growth in recent years.

Potter County, Texas elections feature races for several offices in local, state, and federal government. Here are key details:

Voter Registration: As of the latest data, Potter County has approximately 65,000 registered voters.

Recent Election Turnout: In the 2022 midterm elections, voter turnout was around 45%, roughly 29,250 voters.

Key Races and Candidates:

U.S. Representative, District 13:

• Ronny Jackson (R): Incumbent.
• Kathleen Brown (D): Challenger.

Texas State Senate, District 31:

• Kel Seliger (R): Incumbent (though not seeking re-election).
• Various Republican and Democratic Primary Candidates this cycle.

Potter County Judge:

• Nancy Tanner (R): Incumbent.
• Paul Harpole (IND): Challenger.

Local Propositions:

• Proposition A: Funding for local school improvements ($20 million bond).

Polling Locations**: 25 locations across the county.

Early Voting**: Typically starts two weeks before Election Day.

Potter County, TX, has educational attainment levels that, as of the latest available data, show disparities as compared to national and state averages. Approximately 79.3% of residents aged 25 and over have a high school diploma or higher, which is lower than both the Texas state average of around 83% and the national average of about 87%. In terms of higher education, about 15.7% of Potter County residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which also falls short of the Texas state average of 28.9% and the national average of 33.1%. These numbers indicate that Potter County lags behind both the state and national averages in educational attainment.

As of the latest data, Potter County, TX has an unemployment rate of about 6.0%, which is higher than the national average of 3.8% and the Texas state average of 4.0%. Employment by industry in Potter County is predominantly in Health Care and Social Assistance (20%), Retail Trade (14%), and Accommodation and Food Services (11%). The median household income in Potter County is approximately $42,300, compared to the national median of around $68,700 and the Texas state median of $63,800. The labor force participation rate is about 61%, slightly lower than the national average of 63%. These figures highlight a local economy more focused on service-oriented industries and challenge areas in economic diversity and income levels compared to broader benchmarks.

Sources: Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Census Bureau.

As of the latest data, the average household income in Potter County, TX, is approximately $43,000. This figure is significantly lower than both the national and Texas state averages. The median household income in the United States is around $68,700, while the Texas state average is about $63,800.

Here is a comparative statistics table:

These figures underline the economic challenges faced by Potter County compared to broader benchmarks, indicating a notable disparity in average income levels.

As of the most recent data, Potter County, TX has a crime rate higher than the national average. Below are some key statistics:

The rate of violent crime is 9.6 per 1,000 residents, and property crime is 49.4 per 1,000 residents, which are significantly higher compared to national averages of 4.0 and 24.0 per 1,000 residents, respectively.