Van Zandt County

As of the 2020 Census, Van Zandt County, located in Texas, had a population of approximately 59,541. The racial composition was roughly 87.2% White, 4.3% Black or African American, 0.9% Native American, 0.5% Asian, 0.2% Pacific Islander, 4.6% from other races, and 2.4% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino individuals of any race comprised about 12.7% of the population. The median age was 43, with a household median income of around $53,000.

As of recent data, Van Zandt County, TX has a median home value of approximately $172,000. The average rental price for a one-bedroom apartment is around $700 per month. Housing units number around 22,000, with an owner-occupancy rate of 75%. The median household income clocks in at roughly $54,000. The most common property types are single-family homes, followed by mobile homes. The real estate market is considered moderately competitive, with homes typically selling in about 45 days.

Van Zandt County, TX, often has numerous local, state, and federal election positions contested. For the 2022 general elections, voter turnout in Van Zandt County was approximately 52.9%, with around 15,500 ballots cast from approximately 29,300 registered voters.

Key candidates included:

• U.S. Representative 5th District: Lance Gooden (Republican incumbent) versus Kathleen Bailey (Democratic challenger).
• Governor: Greg Abbott (Republican incumbent) versus Beto O'Rourke (Democratic challenger).
• County Judge: Don Kirkpatrick (Republican) faced no Democratic challenger.

Local elections frequently cover positions such as county commissioners, justices of the peace, and school board members, with various candidates depending on the precinct. Always refer to official Van Zandt County election resources for the most up-to-date and detailed information.

As of recent data, Van Zandt County, TX has educational attainment levels below both state and national averages. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, about 82.7% of residents aged 25 and older have at least a high school diploma, compared to 88.0% statewide and 88.3% nationally. Around 14.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, whereas the Texas average is 31.1%, and the national average is 33.1%. These figures suggest that Van Zandt County lags behind in terms of higher education attainment when compared to broader averages, pointing to potential areas for educational development and improvement locally.

As of recent data, Van Zandt County, TX has a civilian labor force of approximately 24,000 individuals with an unemployment rate around 3.8%, slightly below the national average of 4.0%.

Top industries in Van Zandt County include:

1. Retail Trade: Employs around 14% of the workforce.
2. Healthcare and Social Assistance: Also around 14%.
3. Education Services: Accounting for approximately 11% of employment.
4. Manufacturing: Comprises about 10%.

These sectors are consistent with both state and national trends where Healthcare, Retail, and Education are prominent. However, Van Zandt has a higher focus on Manufacturing compared to the national average which sits around 8.5%, reflecting local industrial strengths.

As of the most recent data, the average household income in Van Zandt County, TX is approximately $57,000. This figure falls below both the national average household income, which is around $87,864, and the Texas state average, which is approximately $74,034.

In summary, Van Zandt County's average income is significantly lower than both the state and national averages.

Van Zandt County, TX, has experienced various crime rates. In 2022, the overall crime rate was approximately 1,750 incidents per 100,000 people. The violent crime rate stood at around 400 per 100,000 people, while property crimes were more prevalent, at about 1,350 per 100,000 people.

Van Zandt County, TX Crime Statistics (2022)

These figures provide a snapshot of the criminal activity within the county, with property crimes being the most common issue.