Edcouch, TX

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2,754
TOTAL POPULATION
1,378
MALE POPULATION
1,376
FEMALE POPULATION
100.15
MALES / 100 FEMALES
99.85
FEMALES / 100 MALES
38.9
MEDIAN AGE
3.4
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.8
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$19,983
PER CAPITA INCOME
$58,194
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$38,594
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
10.0%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
90.0¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$7,927
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.46
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
1,171
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
54.3%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
7.8%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Edcouch Zip Codes

Edcouch Area Codes

Race in Edcouch

The most populous races in Edcouch are Hispanic or Latino (2,724 | 98.9%), White / Caucasian (1,763 | 64.0%), and Two or more Races (991 | 36.0%).
Race in Edcouch
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American00.0%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino2,72498.9%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian1,76364.0%
Two or more Races99136.0%
Some other Race00.0%
Total2,754100.0%

Ancestry in Edcouch

The most populous ancestries reported in Edcouch are Mexican (2,724 | 98.9%), American (47 | 1.7%), French (36 | 1.3%), English (25 | 0.9%), and Italian (7 | 0.3%), together accounting for 103.1% of all Edcouch residents.
Ancestry in Edcouch
Ancestry# Population% Population
American471.7%
English250.9%
French361.3%
Italian70.3%
Mexican2,72498.9%
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Immigrants in Edcouch

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Edcouch came from Central America (606 | 22.0%), Latin America (606 | 22.0%), and Mexico (606 | 22.0%), together accounting for 66.0% of all Edcouch residents.
Immigrants in Edcouch
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Central America60622.0%
Latin America60622.0%
Mexico60622.0%
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Sex and Age in Edcouch

Sex and Age in Edcouch

The most populous age groups in Edcouch are 40 to 44 Years (164 | 11.9%) for men and 50 to 54 Years (188 | 13.7%) for women.
Sex and Age in Edcouch
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years113 (8.2%)67 (4.9%)
5 to 9 Years153 (11.1%)109 (7.9%)
10 to 14 Years30 (2.2%)98 (7.1%)
15 to 19 Years79 (5.7%)73 (5.3%)
20 to 24 Years94 (6.8%)99 (7.2%)
25 to 29 Years47 (3.4%)31 (2.2%)
30 to 34 Years100 (7.3%)122 (8.9%)
35 to 39 Years112 (8.1%)96 (7.0%)
40 to 44 Years164 (11.9%)88 (6.4%)
45 to 49 Years20 (1.5%)27 (2.0%)
50 to 54 Years112 (8.1%)188 (13.7%)
55 to 59 Years46 (3.3%)84 (6.1%)
60 to 64 Years118 (8.6%)61 (4.4%)
65 to 69 Years80 (5.8%)63 (4.6%)
70 to 74 Years35 (2.5%)59 (4.3%)
75 to 79 Years38 (2.8%)71 (5.2%)
80 to 84 Years37 (2.7%)0 (0.0%)
85 Years and over0 (0.0%)40 (2.9%)
Total1,378 (100.0%)1,376 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Edcouch

Median Family Size in Edcouch

The median family size in Edcouch is 3.43 persons per family, with married-couple families (468 | 65.6%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.74 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (27 | 3.8%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.15 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Edcouch
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple468 (65.6%)3.74
Single Male/Father27 (3.8%)2.15
Single Female/Mother218 (30.6%)2.93
Total Families713 (100.0%)3.43

Median Household Size in Edcouch

The median household size in Edcouch is 2.82 persons per household, with married-couple households (468 | 47.9%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.74 persons per household. non-family households (264 | 27.0%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.09 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Edcouch
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple468 (47.9%)3.74
Single Male/Father27 (2.8%)2.15
Single Female/Mother218 (22.3%)3.02
Non-family264 (27.0%)1.09
Total Households977 (100.0%)2.82

Household Size by Marriage Status in Edcouch

Out of a total of 977 households in Edcouch, 713 (73.0%) are family households, while 264 (27.0%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 256, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 245.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Edcouch
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-245 (25.1%)
2-Person Households256 (26.2%)19 (1.9%)
3-Person Households232 (23.7%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households95 (9.7%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households68 (7.0%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households35 (3.6%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households27 (2.8%)0 (0.0%)
Total713 (73.0%)264 (27.0%)

Female Fertility in Edcouch

Fertility by Age in Edcouch

Female Fertility by Age in Edcouch
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)0.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total0 (0.0%)0.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Edcouch

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Edcouch
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in Edcouch

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Edcouch
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0.0
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total0 (0.0%)0.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Edcouch

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Edcouch
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in Edcouch

Income Overview in Edcouch

Per Capita Income in Edcouch is $19,983, while median incomes of families and households are $58,194 and $38,594 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income2,754$19,983
Median Family Income713$58,194
Mean Family Income713$67,386
Median Household Income977$38,594
Mean Household Income977$54,210
Income Deficit713$7,927
Wage / Income Gap (%)2,7549.96%
Wage / Income Gap ($)2,75490.04¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index2,7540.46

Earnings by Sex in Edcouch

Average Earnings in Edcouch are $30,880, $29,220 for men and $32,454 for women, a difference of 10.0%.
Earnings by Sex in Edcouch
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male644 (55.1%)$29,220
Female524 (44.9%)$32,454
Total1,168 (100.0%)$30,880

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Edcouch

The most common earnings brackets in Edcouch are $25,000 to $29,999 for men (143 | 22.2%) and $65,000 to $74,999 for women (75 | 14.3%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Edcouch
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less0 (0.0%)17 (3.2%)
$2,500 to $4,99918 (2.8%)20 (3.8%)
$5,000 to $7,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$7,500 to $9,99928 (4.3%)69 (13.2%)
$10,000 to $12,49919 (2.9%)23 (4.4%)
$12,500 to $14,9990 (0.0%)11 (2.1%)
$15,000 to $17,49969 (10.7%)0 (0.0%)
$17,500 to $19,99960 (9.3%)17 (3.2%)
$20,000 to $22,49910 (1.5%)0 (0.0%)
$22,500 to $24,9999 (1.4%)16 (3.0%)
$25,000 to $29,999143 (22.2%)36 (6.9%)
$30,000 to $34,99912 (1.9%)64 (12.2%)
$35,000 to $39,99932 (5.0%)10 (1.9%)
$40,000 to $44,99959 (9.2%)27 (5.1%)
$45,000 to $49,99945 (7.0%)16 (3.0%)
$50,000 to $54,99935 (5.4%)39 (7.4%)
$55,000 to $64,99923 (3.6%)29 (5.5%)
$65,000 to $74,99920 (3.1%)75 (14.3%)
$75,000 to $99,99940 (6.2%)45 (8.6%)
$100,000+22 (3.4%)10 (1.9%)
Total644 (100.0%)524 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Edcouch

Average earnings in Edcouch are $36,635 for men and $32,500 for women, a difference of 11.3%. Men with an educational attainment of less than high school enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $43,935, while those with college or associate's degree education earn the least with $28,542. Women with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $65,694, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $29,259.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Edcouch
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$43,935$0
High School Diploma$38,289$29,259
College or Associate's Degree$28,542$31,143
Bachelor's Degree--
Graduate Degree--
Total$36,635$32,500

Family Income in Edcouch

Family Income Brackets in Edcouch

According to the Edcouch family income data, there are 144 families falling into the $75,000 to $99,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 20.2% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Edcouch
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,000365.0%
$10,000 to $14,999415.8%
$15,000 to $24,999182.5%
$25,000 to $34,9998111.4%
$35,000 to $49,99913919.5%
$50,000 to $74,99913819.4%
$75,000 to $99,99914420.2%
$100,000 to $149,9997911.1%
$150,000 to $199,99900.0%
$200,000+375.2%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Edcouch

3-person families (216 | 30.3%) account for the highest median family income in Edcouch with $65,806 per family, while 3-person families (216 | 30.3%) have the highest median income of $21,935 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Edcouch
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families272 (38.2%)$36,615
3-Person Families216 (30.3%)$65,806
4-Person Families95 (13.3%)$0
5-Person Families68 (9.5%)$0
6-Person Families35 (4.9%)$0
7+ Person Families27 (3.8%)$0
Total713 (100.0%)$58,194

Family Income by Number of Earners in Edcouch

Family Income by Number of Earners in Edcouch
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners158 (22.2%)$0
1 Earner195 (27.4%)$65,766
2 Earners259 (36.3%)$59,769
3+ Earners101 (14.2%)$0
Total713 (100.0%)$58,194

Household Income in Edcouch

Household Income Brackets in Edcouch

With 160 households falling in the category, the $75,000 to $99,999 income range is the most frequent in Edcouch, accounting for 16.4% of all households.
Household Income Brackets in Edcouch
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,00013513.8%
$10,000 to $14,99911611.9%
$15,000 to $24,999697.1%
$25,000 to $34,99910010.2%
$35,000 to $49,99912312.6%
$50,000 to $74,99915816.2%
$75,000 to $99,99916016.4%
$100,000 to $149,999798.1%
$150,000 to $199,99900.0%
$200,000+373.8%

Household Income by Householder Age in Edcouch

The median household income in Edcouch is $38,594, with the highest median household income of $58,704 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 342 households (35.0%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 59 households (6.0%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Edcouch
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years59 (6.0%)$0
25 to 44 Years286 (29.3%)$0
45 to 64 Years342 (35.0%)$58,704
65+ Years290 (29.7%)$13,686
Total977 (100.0%)$38,594

Poverty in Edcouch

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Edcouch

With 23.6% poverty level for males and 27.5% for females among the residents of Edcouch, 75 year old and over males and 15 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 57 males (76.0%) and 9 females (100.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Edcouch
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years22 (19.5%)23 (34.3%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)18 (62.1%)
6 to 11 Years58 (45.7%)36 (28.3%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)10 (19.6%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)9 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)17 (31.5%)
18 to 24 Years56 (36.1%)49 (45.0%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)19 (12.4%)
35 to 44 Years61 (22.1%)52 (28.3%)
45 to 54 Years0 (0.0%)8 (3.7%)
55 to 64 Years9 (5.5%)20 (13.8%)
65 to 74 Years62 (53.9%)59 (48.4%)
75 Years and over57 (76.0%)59 (53.1%)
Total325 (23.6%)379 (27.5%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Edcouch

According to the poverty statistics in Edcouch, males aged 5 years and females aged 45 to 54 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 96.3% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Edcouch
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years91 (80.5%)44 (65.7%)
5 Years26 (100.0%)11 (37.9%)
6 to 11 Years69 (54.3%)91 (71.7%)
12 to 14 Years30 (100.0%)41 (80.4%)
15 Years18 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)37 (68.5%)
18 to 24 Years99 (63.9%)60 (55.0%)
25 to 34 Years147 (100.0%)134 (87.6%)
35 to 44 Years215 (77.9%)132 (71.7%)
45 to 54 Years132 (100.0%)207 (96.3%)
55 to 64 Years155 (94.5%)125 (86.2%)
65 to 74 Years53 (46.1%)63 (51.6%)
75 Years and over18 (24.0%)52 (46.9%)
Total1,053 (76.4%)997 (72.5%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Edcouch

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Edcouch show that 10.5% or 49 of the total 468 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 100.0%, comprising of 19 families. On the other hand, families with 3 or 4 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Edcouch
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children281 (92.7%)22 (7.3%)
1 or 2 Children90 (91.8%)8 (8.2%)
3 or 4 Children48 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)19 (100.0%)
Total419 (89.5%)49 (10.5%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Edcouch

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Edcouch
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)56 (54.9%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)33 (28.4%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)89 (40.8%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Edcouch

The poverty data for Edcouch shows that 49 of the married-couple family households (10.5%) and 89 of the single-parent households (36.3%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 19 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 56 household (43.4%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Edcouch
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children22 (7.3%)56 (43.4%)
1 or 2 Children8 (8.2%)33 (28.4%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children19 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total49 (10.5%)89 (36.3%)

Employment Characteristics in Edcouch

Employment by Class of Employer in Edcouch

Among the 1,011 employed individuals in Edcouch, private company employees (674 | 66.7%), state government employees (185 | 18.3%), and local government employees (106 | 10.5%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Edcouch
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees67466.7%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)00.0%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)464.5%
Not-for-profit Organizations00.0%
Local Government Employees10610.5%
State Government Employees18518.3%
Federal Government Employees00.0%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total1,011100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Edcouch

According to the labor force statistics for Edcouch, out of the total population over 16 years of age (2,157), 54.3% or 1,171 individuals are in the labor force, with 7.8% or 91 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 35 to 44 years, with 82.6% or 380 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 20 to 24 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 30.1% or 43 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Edcouch
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years45 (36.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years143 (74.1%)43 (30.1%)
25 to 29 Years13 (16.7%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years182 (82.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years380 (82.6%)39 (10.3%)
45 to 54 Years246 (70.9%)9 (3.7%)
55 to 59 Years93 (71.5%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years69 (38.5%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,171 (54.3%)91 (7.8%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Edcouch

According to labor force statistics for Edcouch, 69.4% of individuals (983) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (1,416) are in the labor force, with 4.9% or 48 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 87.0% or 141 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with bachelor's degree or higher education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 13.5% or 19 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Edcouch
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School148 (41.8%)22 (6.1%)
High School Diploma461 (75.1%)26 (4.3%)
College / Associate Degree233 (81.5%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher141 (87.0%)22 (13.5%)
Total983 (69.4%)69 (4.9%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Edcouch

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Edcouch are Community & Social Service (171 | 15.8%), Education Instruction & Library (144 | 13.3%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (84 | 7.8%), Health Technologists (38 | 3.5%), and Business & Financial (32 | 3.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Edcouch

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Edcouch
OccupationMaleFemale
Management0 (0.0%)21 (100.0%)
Business & Financial12 (37.5%)20 (62.5%)
Computers, Engineering & Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers & Mathematics0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 0 (0.0%)171 (100.0%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library0 (0.0%)144 (100.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)27 (100.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating0 (0.0%)84 (100.0%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)38 (100.0%)
Total (Category)12 (3.9%)296 (96.1%)
Total (Overall)573 (53.1%)507 (46.9%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Edcouch are Cleaning & Maintenance (51 | 4.7%), Healthcare Support (44 | 4.1%), Food Preparation & Serving (30 | 2.8%), Security & Protection (11 | 1.0%), and Firefighting & Prevention (11 | 1.0%).
Services Occupations in Edcouch

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Edcouch, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (82.4%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Personal Care & Service (100.0%), and Food Preparation & Serving (66.7%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Edcouch
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)44 (100.0%)
Security & Protection11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving10 (33.3%)20 (66.7%)
Cleaning & Maintenance42 (82.4%)9 (17.6%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)11 (100.0%)
Total (Category)63 (42.9%)84 (57.1%)
Total (Overall)573 (53.1%)507 (46.9%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Edcouch are Office & Administration (163 | 15.1%), and Sales & Related (116 | 10.7%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Edcouch

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Edcouch
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related116 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Office & Administration36 (22.1%)127 (77.9%)
Total (Category)152 (54.5%)127 (45.5%)
Total (Overall)573 (53.1%)507 (46.9%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Edcouch are Installation, Maintenance & Repair (102 | 9.4%), Construction & Extraction (96 | 8.9%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (38 | 3.5%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Edcouch

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Edcouch
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry38 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction96 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair102 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)236 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)573 (53.1%)507 (46.9%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Edcouch are Transportation (48 | 4.4%), Production (34 | 3.2%), and Material Moving (28 | 2.6%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Edcouch

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Edcouch
OccupationMaleFemale
Production34 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Transportation48 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving28 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)110 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)573 (53.1%)507 (46.9%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Edcouch

Employment Industries in Edcouch

The major employment industries in Edcouch include Educational Services (250 | 23.2%), Health Care & Social Assistance (150 | 13.9%), Public Administration (110 | 10.2%), Administrative & Support (98 | 9.1%), and Retail Trade (94 | 8.7%).
Employment Industries in Edcouch

Employment Industries by Sex in Edcouch

The Edcouch industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), and Construction (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Information (100.0%), Finance & Insurance (100.0%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (100.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Edcouch
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting38 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction29 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing35 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Wholesale Trade0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade94 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Transportation & Warehousing76 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities22 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)27 (100.0%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)46 (100.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support80 (81.6%)18 (18.4%)
Educational Services24 (9.6%)226 (90.4%)
Health Care & Social Assistance0 (0.0%)150 (100.0%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services55 (73.3%)20 (26.7%)
Public Administration90 (81.8%)20 (18.2%)
Total573 (53.1%)507 (46.9%)

Education in Edcouch

School Enrollment in Edcouch

The most common levels of schooling among the 616 students in Edcouch are high school (173 | 28.1%), kindergarten (125 | 20.3%), and elementary school (108 | 17.5%).
School Enrollment in Edcouch
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool315.0%
Kindergarten12520.3%
Elementary School10817.5%
Middle School9715.8%
High School17328.1%
College / Undergraduate8213.3%
Graduate / Professional00.0%
Total616100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Edcouch

Out of a total of 616 students who are enrolled in schools in Edcouch, 41 (6.7%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 575 (93.3%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 31 (100.0% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 5 to 9 year old has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 252 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Edcouch
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds0 (0.0%)31 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old252 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds107 (91.4%)10 (8.6%)
15 to 17 Year Olds81 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds53 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds40 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds30 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total575 (93.3%)41 (6.7%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Edcouch

Business (78 | 42.4%), liberal arts & history (43 | 23.4%), science & technology (28 | 15.2%), arts & humanities (19 | 10.3%), and education (16 | 8.7%) are the most common fields of study among 184 individuals in Edcouch who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Edcouch
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics00.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural00.0%
Physical & Health Sciences00.0%
Psychology00.0%
Social Sciences00.0%
Engineering00.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology2815.2%
Business7842.4%
Education168.7%
Literature & Languages00.0%
Liberal Arts & History4323.4%
Visual & Performing Arts00.0%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities1910.3%
Total184100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Edcouch

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Edcouch

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Edcouch are males with 2 vehicles (323, accounting for 56.4%) and females with 2 vehicles (123, making up 73.7%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Edcouch
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle108 (18.9%)149 (34.0%)
2 Vehicles323 (56.4%)123 (28.1%)
3 Vehicles51 (8.9%)66 (15.1%)
4 Vehicles70 (12.2%)66 (15.1%)
5 or more Vehicles21 (3.7%)34 (7.8%)
Total573 (100.0%)438 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Edcouch

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Edcouch are 5 to 9 minutes (261 commuters, 27.1%), 20 to 24 minutes (159 commuters, 16.5%), and 15 to 19 minutes (120 commuters, 12.5%).
Commute Time in Edcouch
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes808.3%
5 to 9 Minutes26127.1%
10 to 14 Minutes586.0%
15 to 19 Minutes12012.5%
20 to 24 Minutes15916.5%
25 to 29 Minutes9710.1%
30 to 34 Minutes929.6%
35 to 39 Minutes474.9%
40 to 44 Minutes192.0%
45 to 59 Minutes303.1%
60 to 89 Minutes00.0%
90 or more Minutes00.0%

Commute Time by Sex in Edcouch

The most common commute times in Edcouch are 5 to 9 minutes (131 commuters, 24.1%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (130 commuters, 31.0%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Edcouch
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes18 (3.3%)62 (14.8%)
5 to 9 Minutes131 (24.1%)130 (31.0%)
10 to 14 Minutes42 (7.7%)16 (3.8%)
15 to 19 Minutes92 (16.9%)28 (6.7%)
20 to 24 Minutes101 (18.6%)58 (13.8%)
25 to 29 Minutes48 (8.8%)49 (11.7%)
30 to 34 Minutes82 (15.1%)10 (2.4%)
35 to 39 Minutes0 (0.0%)47 (11.2%)
40 to 44 Minutes19 (3.5%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes11 (2.0%)19 (4.5%)
60 to 89 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
90 or more Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Edcouch

The most frequent times of departure to work in Edcouch are 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (139, 25.6%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (111, 26.5%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Edcouch
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM87 (16.0%)0 (0.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM40 (7.3%)0 (0.0%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM51 (9.4%)38 (9.1%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM0 (0.0%)50 (11.9%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM57 (10.5%)83 (19.8%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM139 (25.6%)111 (26.5%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM87 (16.0%)43 (10.3%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM0 (0.0%)38 (9.1%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM0 (0.0%)37 (8.8%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM28 (5.1%)0 (0.0%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM18 (3.3%)0 (0.0%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM37 (6.8%)19 (4.5%)
Total544 (100.0%)419 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Edcouch

Occupancy by Ownership in Edcouch

Of the total 977 dwellings in Edcouch, owner-occupied units account for 515 (52.7%), while renter-occupied units make up 462 (47.3%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Edcouch
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units51552.7%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units46247.3%
Total Occupied Housing Units977100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Edcouch

Occupancy by Household Size in Edcouch
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household24525.1%
2-Person Household27528.1%
3-Person Household23223.7%
4+ Person Household22523.0%
Total Housing Units977100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Edcouch

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Edcouch
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household95 (38.8%)150 (61.2%)
2-Person Household113 (41.1%)162 (58.9%)
3-Person Household161 (69.4%)71 (30.6%)
4+ Person Household146 (64.9%)79 (35.1%)
Total Housing Units515 (52.7%)462 (47.3%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Edcouch

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Edcouch
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School142 (43.3%)186 (56.7%)
High School Diploma241 (69.1%)108 (30.9%)
College/Associate Degree86 (44.1%)109 (55.9%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher46 (43.8%)59 (56.2%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Edcouch

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Edcouch
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years17618.0%
35 to 44 Years16917.3%
45 to 54 Years19419.9%
55 to 64 Years14815.1%
65 to 74 Years16216.6%
75 to 84 Years12813.1%
85 Years and Over00.0%
Total977100.0%

Housing Finances in Edcouch

Median Income by Occupancy in Edcouch

Median Income by Occupancy in Edcouch
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied515 (52.7%)$65,927
Renter-Occupied462 (47.3%)$30,123
Average977 (100.0%)$38,594

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Edcouch

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Edcouch
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0000 (0.0%)36 (7.8%)
$5,000 to $9,99955 (10.7%)44 (9.5%)
$10,000 to $14,9990 (0.0%)116 (25.1%)
$15,000 to $19,99938 (7.4%)31 (6.7%)
$20,000 to $24,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99919 (3.7%)81 (17.5%)
$35,000 to $49,99987 (16.9%)36 (7.8%)
$50,000 to $74,99996 (18.6%)62 (13.4%)
$75,000 to $99,999104 (20.2%)56 (12.1%)
$100,000 to $149,99979 (15.3%)0 (0.0%)
$150,000 or more37 (7.2%)0 (0.0%)
Total515 (100.0%)462 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Edcouch

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Edcouch
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30071 (13.8%)26 (5.6%)
$300 to $499201 (39.0%)117 (25.3%)
$500 to $79981 (15.7%)131 (28.3%)
$800 to $99952 (10.1%)64 (13.9%)
$1,000 to $1,49989 (17.3%)8 (1.7%)
$1,500 to $1,99921 (4.1%)0 (0.0%)
$2,000 to $2,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total515 (100.0%)462 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Edcouch

Housing Structures in Edcouch

Housing Structures in Edcouch
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached74576.2%
Single Unit, Attached00.0%
2 Unit Apartments191.9%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments10310.5%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments373.8%
10 or more Apartments50.5%
Mobile Home / Other687.0%
Total977100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Edcouch

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Edcouch
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached464 (62.3%)281 (37.7%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)19 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)103 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)37 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other51 (75.0%)17 (25.0%)
Total515 (52.7%)462 (47.3%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Edcouch

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Edcouch
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)19 (4.1%)
2 or 3 Rooms37 (7.2%)137 (29.6%)
4 or 5 Rooms314 (61.0%)221 (47.8%)
6 or 7 Rooms133 (25.8%)85 (18.4%)
8 or more Rooms31 (6.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total515 (100.0%)462 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Edcouch

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Edcouch
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas10 (1.9%)19 (4.1%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity505 (98.1%)443 (95.9%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total515 (100.0%)462 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Edcouch

Household Vehicle Usage in Edcouch
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)68 (14.7%)
1 Vehicle160 (31.1%)273 (59.1%)
2 Vehicles252 (48.9%)84 (18.2%)
3 or more Vehicles103 (20.0%)37 (8.0%)
Total515 (100.0%)462 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Edcouch

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Edcouch

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units335180
Median Property Value$48,200$92,800
Median Household Income$58,102$21
Monthly Housing Costs$369$0
Real Estate Taxes$896$0

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Edcouch

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Edcouch
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,000181 (54.0%)38 (21.1%)
$50,000 to $99,999135 (40.3%)73 (40.6%)
$100,000 to $299,99919 (5.7%)69 (38.3%)
$300,000 to $499,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total335 (100.0%)180 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Edcouch

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Edcouch
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00055 (16.4%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,99938 (11.3%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $49,99948 (14.3%)19 (10.6%)
$50,000 to $74,99996 (28.7%)39 (21.7%)
$75,000 to $99,99957 (17.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $149,99925 (7.5%)47 (26.1%)
$150,000 or more16 (4.8%)54 (30.0%)
Total335 (100.0%)180 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Edcouch

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Edcouch
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x232 (69.3%)90,526 (50,292.2%)
2.0x to 2.9x48 (14.3%)141 (78.3%)
3.0x to 3.9x0 (0.0%)10 (5.6%)
4.0x or more55 (16.4%)29 (16.1%)
Total335 (100.0%)180 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Edcouch

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Edcouch
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800103 (30.7%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,499167 (49.8%)19 (10.6%)
$800 to $1,49965 (19.4%)39 (21.7%)
Total335 (100.0%)180 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Edcouch

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Edcouch

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Edcouch
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years235 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years443 (96.1%)18 (3.9%)
19 to 25 Years137 (51.5%)129 (48.5%)
26 to 34 Years196 (77.5%)57 (22.5%)
35 to 44 Years323 (70.2%)137 (29.8%)
45 to 54 Years255 (73.5%)92 (26.5%)
55 to 64 Years248 (80.3%)61 (19.7%)
65 to 74 Years237 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older186 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,260 (82.1%)494 (17.9%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Edcouch

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Edcouch
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born235 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen443 (96.1%)18 (3.9%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen137 (51.5%)129 (48.5%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Edcouch

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Edcouch
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000367 (78.4%)101 (21.6%)
$25,000 to $49,999693 (87.5%)99 (12.5%)
$50,000 to $74,999344 (69.2%)153 (30.8%)
$75,000 to $99,999454 (81.4%)104 (18.6%)
$100,000 and over402 (91.6%)37 (8.4%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Edcouch

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Edcouch
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 6211 (89.8%)24 (10.2%)
6 to 18 Years366 (79.4%)77 (16.7%)
19 to 25 Years38 (14.3%)99 (37.2%)
25 to 34 Years84 (33.2%)112 (44.3%)
35 to 44 Years57 (12.4%)266 (57.8%)
45 to 54 Years39 (11.2%)216 (62.3%)
55 to 64 Years126 (40.8%)122 (39.5%)
65 to 74 Years237 (100.0%)18 (7.6%)
75 Years and over186 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,344 (48.8%)934 (33.9%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Edcouch

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Edcouch
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years38 (18.9%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years41 (13.6%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years84 (14.7%)59 (10.8%)
65 to 74 Years17 (14.8%)30 (24.6%)
75 Years and over19 (25.3%)72 (64.9%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Edcouch

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Edcouch: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years10 (1.8%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years17 (14.8%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over19 (25.3%)60 (54.0%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Edcouch: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over19 (25.3%)60 (54.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Edcouch: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years38 (18.9%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years41 (13.6%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years46 (8.0%)8 (1.5%)
65 to 74 Years17 (14.8%)5 (4.1%)
75 Years and over19 (25.3%)60 (54.0%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Edcouch: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years13 (4.3%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years28 (4.9%)59 (10.8%)
65 to 74 Years17 (14.8%)5 (4.1%)
75 Years and over19 (25.3%)72 (64.9%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Edcouch: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years13 (4.3%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years49 (8.6%)43 (7.9%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)30 (24.6%)
75 Years and over19 (25.3%)60 (54.0%)

Technology Access in Edcouch

Computing Device Access in Edcouch

Computing Device Access in Edcouch
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop42143.1%
Smartphone76478.2%
Tablet36036.8%
No Computing Device21321.8%
Total977100.0%

Internet Access in Edcouch

Internet Access in Edcouch
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home43344.3%
Cellular Data Only17818.2%
Satellite Internet515.2%
No Internet31532.2%
Total977100.0%

Edcouch Summary

Edcouch, Texas is a small town located in the Rio Grande Valley of South Texas. It is situated in Hidalgo County, approximately 20 miles west of McAllen and 25 miles east of Harlingen. The town was founded in 1883 by a group of settlers from the nearby town of Elsa. The town was named after the Edcouch family, who were among the first settlers.

Geography

Edcouch is located at 26°14'N 97°59'W (26.23, -97.98). It is situated at an elevation of approximately 40 feet (12 m) above sea level. The town is located in the Rio Grande Valley, which is a flat, low-lying area of South Texas. The Rio Grande River forms the border between the United States and Mexico, and the town is located approximately 10 miles (16 km) from the river. The climate in Edcouch is subtropical, with hot summers and mild winters.

Economy

The economy of Edcouch is largely based on agriculture. The town is located in an area known as the Winter Garden Region, which is one of the most productive agricultural regions in the United States. The main crops grown in the area are cotton, sorghum, corn, and vegetables. The town is also home to several large poultry farms. In addition to agriculture, Edcouch is home to several small businesses, including restaurants, retail stores, and service providers.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Edcouch was 2,717. The racial makeup of the town was 79.3% White, 0.3% African American, 0.2% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 18.7% from other races, and 1.4% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 97.2% of the population.
The median household income in Edcouch was $25,938, and the median family income was $30,938. The per capita income for the town was $11,845. About 24.3% of families and 28.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 37.2% of those under age 18 and 24.2% of those age 65 or over.

Conclusion

Edcouch, Texas is a small town located in the Rio Grande Valley of South Texas. It is situated in Hidalgo County, approximately 20 miles west of McAllen and 25 miles east of Harlingen. The town was founded in 1883 by a group of settlers from the nearby town of Elsa. The town is located in an area known as the Winter Garden Region, which is one of the most productive agricultural regions in the United States. The economy of Edcouch is largely based on agriculture, and the town is also home to several small businesses. As of the 2010 census, the population of Edcouch was 2,717. The racial makeup of the town was 79.3% White, 0.3% African American, 0.2% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 18.7% from other races, and 1.4% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 97.2% of the population. The median household income in Edcouch was $25,938, and the median family income was $30,938. The per capita income for the town was $11,845.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Edcouch?
Total Population of Edcouch is 2,754.
What is the Total Male Population of Edcouch?
Total Male Population of Edcouch is 1,378.
What is the Total Female Population of Edcouch?
Total Female Population of Edcouch is 1,376.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Edcouch?
There are 100.15 Males per 100 Females in Edcouch.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Edcouch?
There are 99.85 Females per 100 Males in Edcouch.
What is the Median Population Age in Edcouch?
Median Population Age in Edcouch is 38.9 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Edcouch
Average Family Size in Edcouch is 3.4 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Edcouch
Average Household Size in Edcouch is 2.8 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Edcouch?
Per Capita income in Edcouch is $19,983.
What is the Median Family Income in Edcouch?
Median Family Income in Edcouch is $58,194.
What is the Median Household income in Edcouch?
Median Household Income in Edcouch is $38,594.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Edcouch?
Income or Wage Gap in Edcouch is 10.0%.
Women in Edcouch earn 90.0 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Edcouch?
Family Income Deficit in Edcouch is $7,927.
Families that are below poverty line in Edcouch earn $7,927 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Edcouch?
Inequality or Gini Index in Edcouch is 0.46.
How Large is the Labor Force in Edcouch?
There are 1,171 People in the Labor Forcein in Edcouch.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Edcouch?
54.3% of People are in the Labor Force in Edcouch.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Edcouch?
Unemployment Rate in Edcouch is 7.8%.