Presidio County

As of the 2020 Census, Presidio County, TX, had a population of approximately 6,131. The racial composition was predominantly Hispanic or Latino (82.5%), followed by White (15.9%), Black or African American (0.4%), Native American (0.9%), and Asian (0.2%). Median household income was around $29,702, with a poverty rate of about 29.2%. The county covers an area of 3,856 square miles, and its population density is roughly 1.6 people per square mile.

In Presidio County, TX, the median home value is approximately $66,800, significantly lower than the national median. The homeownership rate stands at around 63%, with a median household income of about $33,000. Rental property availability is limited, with median gross rent approximately $480 per month. The housing market is marked by older constructions, with a significant portion of homes built before 1980.

As of the latest updates in 2023, Presidio County, TX, holds local, state, and federal elections. In the 2022 midterm elections, the voter turnout was around 44%. Notable local positions included County Judge and County Commissioners. Incumbent County Judge Cinderela Guevara faced challenger Frank "Buddy" Knight. For the County Commissioner Precinct 2, the race was between Emanuel "Manny" Baeza and newcomer candidate Silvia Carrasco.

Federal election results for the region showed significant leaning toward Democratic candidates, with the 2020 Presidential election favoring Joe Biden with 66% of the vote, compared to Donald Trump's 32%. Local voter registration stood at approximately 6,200, indicating active civic participation.

More detailed and up-to-date information can be found on the Presidio County Election Office website or Texas Secretary of State’s electoral division. Ensure to check these resources close to the election dates for the most current data and candidate lists.

As of recent data, Presidio County, TX shows educational attainment levels that generally lag behind state and national averages. Approximately 57.9% of residents have a high school diploma or higher, compared to 88.9% nationally and 83.7% for Texas. About 11.4% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, whereas the national rate is 33.1% and the Texas rate is 29.9%. The county's lower educational attainment can be attributed to various socio-economic factors and limited access to higher education resources. Efforts are ongoing to improve these statistics through community education programs and initiatives aimed at increasing graduation rates and college enrollment.

As of the latest available data, Presidio County, TX, had an unemployment rate of around 7.3%, which is higher than both the national average of approximately 3.7% and the Texas state average of 4.0%. The county has a labor force participation rate of about 54%, which is lower than the national (around 63%) and state averages (approximately 64%).

Top industries in Presidio County include:

1. Public Administration
2. Education Services, and Health Care
3. Retail Trade
4. Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing, and Hunting

Public administration and educational services are notably more prominent in Presidio County compared to both Texas and national averages. Conversely, sectors like information and finance are less represented compared to the broader state and national metrics.

As of recent data available, Presidio County, TX has a lower average income compared to both state and national figures. The median household income in Presidio County is approximately $25,000. This is significantly lower than the Texas state median household income, which stands at around $61,874, and the national median at approximately $68,703.

This income disparity highlights economic challenges in Presidio County compared to broader averages.

Presidio County, TX, generally experiences lower crime rates compared to both state and national averages. According to recent data, the overall crime rate is around 14 per 1,000 residents. Violent crimes are particularly rare, with about 2 incidents per 1,000 residents. Property crimes are more common but still lower than many other regions.

Here is a table summarizing different types of crimes per 1,000 residents:

This data indicates that while crime does exist, Presidio County remains relatively safe.