Titus County

As of the latest data, Titus County, TX, has a population of approximately 32,000 residents. The racial composition is about 48% White, 32% Hispanic or Latino, 15% African American, and 2% Asian. The median age is 33 years. The median household income stands at around $40,000, with about 20% of the population living below the poverty line. Educational attainment includes approximately 70% with a high school diploma and 15% holding a bachelor’s degree or higher.

As of the latest data, the median home price in Titus County, TX is approximately $145,000. The average rent for a two-bedroom apartment is around $750 per month. The homeownership rate is about 61.5%, and the vacancy rate for housing units is roughly 12.8%. Housing in Titus County ranges from single-family homes to mobile homes, with a variety of property types available.

As of the 2022 elections, Titus County, Texas, typically has several key positions up for grabs, including county judge, commissioners, and various other local offices. For the 2022 General Election, voter turnout was approximately 15,000 out of 21,000 registered voters.

Candidates included:

• County Judge: Lee Ogilvie (Republican)
• County Commissioner Precinct 2: Jimmy Parker (Republican)
• County Commissioner Precinct 4: An incumbent vs a new challenger.

Statewide positions impacting Titus County included races for Governor, State Senators, and Representatives. Specific candidate names and results can be obtained from the Titus County Elections Office or the Texas Secretary of State's website.

This concise overview provides a snapshot, while detailed information is critical for understanding all candidates and outcomes fully.

Titus County, TX has an educational attainment that reflects the following:

• High school graduation rate: Approximately 78.6%
• Bachelor's degree or higher: Around 14.6%

In comparison to national averages:

• The U.S. high school graduation rate stands at about 88.6%
• The percentage of adults with a bachelor's degree or higher is approximately 33.1%

Comparing to Texas state averages:

• The state high school graduation rate is around 83.2%
• The percentage with a bachelor's degree or higher is roughly 29.3%

Thus, Titus County's educational attainment is lower than both the national and state averages, particularly for higher education levels.

As of the latest data, Titus County, TX has an unemployment rate of around 4.1%, slightly below the national average of 4.8% and similar to Texas's statewide rate of 4.2%. The county has a labor force participation rate of approximately 60%.

Top industries in Titus County include:

1. Manufacturing: Significant due to the presence of large employers like Priefert Manufacturing and Pilgrim's Pride.
2. Retail Trade.
3. Health Care and Social Assistance.
4. Education Services.

In comparison, on a national level, the dominant industries are Health Care and Social Assistance, Retail Trade, and Professional and Business Services. Texas broadly reflects national trends with a strong emphasis on Mining, Quarrying, and Oil and Gas Extraction contributing significantly to the state economy. Titus County's focus on manufacturing is notably higher than both the national and state averages due to local industrial facilities.

As of recent data, Titus County, Texas, has an average household income of approximately $47,000. Comparatively, the national average household income is about $68,700, while the Texas state average stands at around $63,800. This indicates that Titus County's average income is significantly lower than both the national and state averages.

Income Comparison Table

Titus County's income falls short by about 31.6% compared to the national average and by approximately 26.4% when compared to the state average, highlighting a noticeable income gap.

As of the most recent data, Titus County, TX, has a crime rate lower than the national average. The overall crime rate is approximately 24.35 per 1,000 residents annually. Violent crimes such as murder, assault, and rape are reported at a rate of 2.95 per 1,000 residents, while property crimes, including burglary, theft, and motor vehicle theft, occur at a rate of 21.4 per 1,000 residents. Below is a table summarizing various types of crimes:

These numbers indicate that property crimes are more prevalent than violent crimes in Titus County.