Hale Center, TX

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Hale Center Overview

1,866
TOTAL POPULATION
983
MALE POPULATION
883
FEMALE POPULATION
111.33
MALES / 100 FEMALES
89.83
FEMALES / 100 MALES
50.5
MEDIAN AGE
3.0
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.5
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$26,429
PER CAPITA INCOME
$60,000
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$47,130
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
6.9%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
93.1¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.41
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
813
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
50.9%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
2.1%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Hale Center Zip Codes

Hale Center Area Codes

Race in Hale Center

The most populous races in Hale Center are Hispanic or Latino (1,230 | 65.9%), White / Caucasian (1,109 | 59.4%), and Two or more Races (414 | 22.2%).
Race in Hale Center
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American1548.3%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino1,23065.9%
Native / Alaskan422.2%
White / Caucasian1,10959.4%
Two or more Races41422.2%
Some other Race1477.9%
Total1,866100.0%

Ancestry in Hale Center

The most populous ancestries reported in Hale Center are Mexican (1,104 | 59.2%), German (131 | 7.0%), Irish (100 | 5.4%), African (81 | 4.3%), and Subsaharan African (81 | 4.3%), together accounting for 80.2% of all Hale Center residents.
Ancestry in Hale Center
Ancestry# Population% Population
African814.3%
Apache100.5%
Cherokee211.1%
Comanche30.2%
Dutch West Indian90.5%
English532.8%
European181.0%
French90.5%
German1317.0%
Greek60.3%
Irish1005.4%
Italian60.3%
Mexican1,10459.2%
Scotch-Irish30.2%
Scottish90.5%
Spaniard744.0%
Spanish30.2%
Subsaharan African814.3%
Welsh100.5%
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Immigrants in Hale Center

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Hale Center came from Central America (204 | 10.9%), Latin America (204 | 10.9%), and Mexico (204 | 10.9%), together accounting for 32.8% of all Hale Center residents.
Immigrants in Hale Center
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Central America20410.9%
Latin America20410.9%
Mexico20410.9%
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Sex and Age in Hale Center

Sex and Age in Hale Center

The most populous age groups in Hale Center are 60 to 64 Years (203 | 20.6%) for men and 60 to 64 Years (135 | 15.3%) for women.
Sex and Age in Hale Center
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years21 (2.1%)39 (4.4%)
5 to 9 Years41 (4.2%)33 (3.7%)
10 to 14 Years61 (6.2%)67 (7.6%)
15 to 19 Years106 (10.8%)77 (8.7%)
20 to 24 Years12 (1.2%)35 (4.0%)
25 to 29 Years23 (2.3%)38 (4.3%)
30 to 34 Years66 (6.7%)8 (0.9%)
35 to 39 Years45 (4.6%)79 (8.9%)
40 to 44 Years50 (5.1%)36 (4.1%)
45 to 49 Years31 (3.2%)56 (6.3%)
50 to 54 Years45 (4.6%)58 (6.6%)
55 to 59 Years81 (8.2%)71 (8.0%)
60 to 64 Years203 (20.6%)135 (15.3%)
65 to 69 Years84 (8.6%)18 (2.0%)
70 to 74 Years29 (2.9%)20 (2.3%)
75 to 79 Years23 (2.3%)63 (7.1%)
80 to 84 Years37 (3.8%)18 (2.0%)
85 Years and over25 (2.5%)32 (3.6%)
Total983 (100.0%)883 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Hale Center

Median Family Size in Hale Center

The median family size in Hale Center is 3.01 persons per family, with single female/mother families (145 | 27.5%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.63 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (29 | 5.5%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.17 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Hale Center
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple354 (67.0%)2.83
Single Male/Father29 (5.5%)2.17
Single Female/Mother145 (27.5%)3.63
Total Families528 (100.0%)3.01

Median Household Size in Hale Center

Median Household Size in Hale Center
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple354 (47.7%)2.83
Single Male/Father29 (3.9%)2.17
Single Female/Mother145 (19.5%)3.72
Non-family214 (28.8%)-
Total Households742 (100.0%)2.45

Household Size by Marriage Status in Hale Center

Out of a total of 742 households in Hale Center, 528 (71.2%) are family households, while 214 (28.8%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 287, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 214.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Hale Center
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-214 (28.8%)
2-Person Households287 (38.7%)0 (0.0%)
3-Person Households78 (10.5%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households140 (18.9%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households20 (2.7%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households3 (0.4%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total528 (71.2%)214 (28.8%)

Female Fertility in Hale Center

Fertility by Age in Hale Center

Average fertility rate in Hale Center is 51.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 210.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 100.0% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Hale Center
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years17 (100.0%)210.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total17 (100.0%)51.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Hale Center

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Hale Center
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)17 (100.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)17 (100.0%)

Fertility by Education in Hale Center

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Hale Center
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma17 (100.0%)109.0
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total17 (100.0%)51.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Hale Center

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Hale Center
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)17 (100.0%)
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%)17 (100.0%)

Income in Hale Center

Income Overview in Hale Center

Per Capita Income in Hale Center is $26,429, while median incomes of families and households are $60,000 and $47,130 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income1,866$26,429
Median Family Income528$60,000
Mean Family Income528$76,365
Median Household Income742$47,130
Mean Household Income742$61,646
Income Deficit528$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)1,8666.88%
Wage / Income Gap ($)1,86693.12¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index1,8660.41

Earnings by Sex in Hale Center

Average Earnings in Hale Center are $36,462, $36,276 for men and $38,958 for women, a difference of 6.9%.
Earnings by Sex in Hale Center
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male457 (51.6%)$36,276
Female429 (48.4%)$38,958
Total886 (100.0%)$36,462

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Hale Center

The most common earnings brackets in Hale Center are $35,000 to $39,999 for men (118 | 25.8%) and $100,000+ for women (67 | 15.6%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Hale Center
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less17 (3.7%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $4,9990 (0.0%)29 (6.8%)
$5,000 to $7,49918 (3.9%)0 (0.0%)
$7,500 to $9,99913 (2.8%)18 (4.2%)
$10,000 to $12,4990 (0.0%)9 (2.1%)
$12,500 to $14,9990 (0.0%)6 (1.4%)
$15,000 to $17,49915 (3.3%)53 (12.3%)
$17,500 to $19,99931 (6.8%)8 (1.9%)
$20,000 to $22,4990 (0.0%)14 (3.3%)
$22,500 to $24,99926 (5.7%)50 (11.7%)
$25,000 to $29,99924 (5.2%)3 (0.7%)
$30,000 to $34,99935 (7.7%)12 (2.8%)
$35,000 to $39,999118 (25.8%)15 (3.5%)
$40,000 to $44,99911 (2.4%)49 (11.4%)
$45,000 to $49,9995 (1.1%)11 (2.6%)
$50,000 to $54,99931 (6.8%)7 (1.6%)
$55,000 to $64,99927 (5.9%)43 (10.0%)
$65,000 to $74,99925 (5.5%)16 (3.7%)
$75,000 to $99,99951 (11.2%)19 (4.4%)
$100,000+10 (2.2%)67 (15.6%)
Total457 (100.0%)429 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Hale Center

Average earnings in Hale Center are $36,701 for men and $40,699 for women, a difference of 9.8%. Men with an educational attainment of high school diploma enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $36,736, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $36,736. Women with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $40,150, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $31,875.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Hale Center
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$36,736$31,875
College or Associate's Degree--
Bachelor's Degree--
Graduate Degree--
Total$36,701$40,699

Family Income in Hale Center

Family Income Brackets in Hale Center

According to the Hale Center family income data, there are 182 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 34.5% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Hale Center
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00000.0%
$10,000 to $14,99900.0%
$15,000 to $24,9996311.9%
$25,000 to $34,999529.8%
$35,000 to $49,99910920.6%
$50,000 to $74,9996011.4%
$75,000 to $99,999519.7%
$100,000 to $149,99918234.5%
$150,000 to $199,999112.1%
$200,000+00.0%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Hale Center

3-person families (83 | 15.7%) account for the highest median family income in Hale Center with $63,958 per family, while 2-person families (287 | 54.4%) have the highest median income of $28,598 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Hale Center
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families287 (54.4%)$57,196
3-Person Families83 (15.7%)$63,958
4-Person Families144 (27.3%)$51,250
5-Person Families11 (2.1%)$0
6-Person Families3 (0.6%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total528 (100.0%)$60,000

Family Income by Number of Earners in Hale Center

Family Income by Number of Earners in Hale Center
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners60 (11.4%)$38,750
1 Earner216 (40.9%)$49,318
2 Earners231 (43.8%)$107,292
3+ Earners21 (4.0%)$0
Total528 (100.0%)$60,000

Household Income in Hale Center

Household Income Brackets in Hale Center

With 185 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in Hale Center, accounting for 24.9% of all households.
Household Income Brackets in Hale Center
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000344.6%
$10,000 to $14,9998711.7%
$15,000 to $24,9998411.3%
$25,000 to $34,9997710.4%
$35,000 to $49,99912016.2%
$50,000 to $74,9997710.4%
$75,000 to $99,999679.0%
$100,000 to $149,99918524.9%
$150,000 to $199,999111.5%
$200,000+00.0%

Household Income by Householder Age in Hale Center

The median household income in Hale Center is $47,130, with the highest median household income of $55,313 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 337 households (45.4%) 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 14 households (1.9%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Hale Center
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years14 (1.9%)$0
25 to 44 Years182 (24.5%)$0
45 to 64 Years337 (45.4%)$55,313
65+ Years209 (28.2%)$45,573
Total742 (100.0%)$47,130

Poverty in Hale Center

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Hale Center

With 12.8% poverty level for males and 20.9% for females among the residents of Hale Center, 16 and 17 year old males and 6 to 11 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 11 males (27.5%) and 47 females (83.9%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Hale Center
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)23 (59.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years6 (6.2%)47 (83.9%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)30 (68.2%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years11 (27.5%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years8 (11.1%)10 (14.5%)
25 to 34 Years19 (21.3%)14 (30.4%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)28 (24.3%)
45 to 54 Years4 (5.3%)7 (6.1%)
55 to 64 Years60 (21.8%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)4 (10.5%)
75 Years and over12 (14.1%)22 (19.5%)
Total120 (12.8%)185 (20.9%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Hale Center

According to the poverty statistics in Hale Center, males aged under 5 years and females aged 16 and 17 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Hale Center
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years21 (100.0%)16 (41.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years90 (93.8%)9 (16.1%)
12 to 14 Years6 (100.0%)14 (31.8%)
15 Years6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years29 (72.5%)43 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years64 (88.9%)59 (85.5%)
25 to 34 Years70 (78.6%)32 (69.6%)
35 to 44 Years95 (100.0%)87 (75.6%)
45 to 54 Years72 (94.7%)107 (93.9%)
55 to 64 Years215 (78.2%)206 (100.0%)
65 to 74 Years75 (100.0%)34 (89.5%)
75 Years and over73 (85.9%)91 (80.5%)
Total816 (87.2%)698 (79.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Hale Center

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Hale Center show that 2.0% or 7 of the total 354 families live below the poverty line. Families with no children have the highest poverty rate of 2.7%, comprising of 7 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Hale Center
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children254 (97.3%)7 (2.7%)
1 or 2 Children82 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total347 (98.0%)7 (2.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Hale Center

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Hale Center
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)28 (33.3%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)14 (82.4%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)42 (29.0%)

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

The poverty data for Hale Center shows that 7 of the married-couple family households (2.0%) and 42 of the single-parent households (24.1%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 7 households (2.7%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 14 household (82.4%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Hale Center
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children7 (2.7%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)28 (33.3%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)14 (82.4%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total7 (2.0%)42 (24.1%)

Employment Characteristics in Hale Center

Employment by Class of Employer in Hale Center

Among the 706 employed individuals in Hale Center, private company employees (432 | 61.2%), self-employed (not incorporated) (133 | 18.8%), and local government employees (75 | 10.6%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Hale Center
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees43261.2%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)00.0%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)13318.8%
Not-for-profit Organizations405.7%
Local Government Employees7510.6%
State Government Employees192.7%
Federal Government Employees71.0%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total706100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Hale Center

According to the labor force statistics for Hale Center, out of the total population over 16 years of age (1,598), 50.9% or 813 individuals are in the labor force, with 2.1% or 17 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 45 to 54 years, with 82.1% or 156 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 55 to 59 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 11.0% or 13 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Hale Center
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years4 (2.3%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years20 (42.6%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years49 (80.3%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years33 (44.6%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years150 (71.4%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years156 (82.1%)4 (2.6%)
55 to 59 Years118 (77.6%)13 (11.0%)
60 to 64 Years216 (63.9%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years67 (44.4%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total813 (50.9%)17 (2.1%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Hale Center

According to labor force statistics for Hale Center, 70.4% of individuals (722) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (1,025) are in the labor force, with 2.4% or 17 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 88.8% or 71 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 4.7% or 9 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Hale Center
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School192 (53.5%)17 (4.7%)
High School Diploma353 (86.3%)4 (1.1%)
College / Associate Degree106 (59.9%)7 (3.8%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher71 (88.8%)0 (0.0%)
Total722 (70.4%)25 (2.4%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Hale Center

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Hale Center are Management (127 | 16.0%), Business & Financial (36 | 4.5%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (33 | 4.2%), Community & Social Service (25 | 3.1%), and Education Instruction & Library (25 | 3.1%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Hale Center

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Hale Center, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers, Engineering & Science (100.0%), Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), and Management (40.2%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Business & Financial (77.8%), Community & Social Service (76.0%), and Education Instruction & Library (76.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Hale Center
OccupationMaleFemale
Management51 (40.2%)76 (59.8%)
Business & Financial8 (22.2%)28 (77.8%)
Computers, Engineering & Science21 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers & Mathematics0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering21 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 6 (24.0%)19 (76.0%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library6 (24.0%)19 (76.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating12 (36.4%)21 (63.6%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)98 (40.5%)144 (59.5%)
Total (Overall)433 (54.4%)363 (45.6%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Hale Center are Cleaning & Maintenance (62 | 7.8%), Food Preparation & Serving (60 | 7.5%), Security & Protection (23 | 2.9%), Law Enforcement (20 | 2.5%), and Personal Care & Service (13 | 1.6%).
Services Occupations in Hale Center

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Hale Center, the most male-oriented occupations are Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), Personal Care & Service (100.0%), and Food Preparation & Serving (70.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Cleaning & Maintenance (79.0%), and Law Enforcement (55.0%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Hale Center
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)9 (100.0%)
Security & Protection12 (52.2%)11 (47.8%)
Firefighting & Prevention3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement9 (45.0%)11 (55.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving42 (70.0%)18 (30.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance13 (21.0%)49 (79.0%)
Personal Care & Service13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)80 (47.9%)87 (52.1%)
Total (Overall)433 (54.4%)363 (45.6%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Hale Center are Sales & Related (57 | 7.2%), and Office & Administration (51 | 6.4%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Hale Center

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Hale Center
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related12 (21.0%)45 (78.9%)
Office & Administration0 (0.0%)51 (100.0%)
Total (Category)12 (11.1%)96 (88.9%)
Total (Overall)433 (54.4%)363 (45.6%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Hale Center are Installation, Maintenance & Repair (34 | 4.3%), Construction & Extraction (18 | 2.3%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (9 | 1.1%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Hale Center

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Hale Center
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction10 (55.6%)8 (44.4%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair34 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)53 (86.9%)8 (13.1%)
Total (Overall)433 (54.4%)363 (45.6%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Hale Center are Material Moving (151 | 19.0%), Transportation (38 | 4.8%), and Production (29 | 3.6%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Hale Center

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Hale Center
OccupationMaleFemale
Production29 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Transportation38 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving123 (81.5%)28 (18.5%)
Total (Category)190 (87.2%)28 (12.8%)
Total (Overall)433 (54.4%)363 (45.6%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Hale Center

Employment Industries in Hale Center

The major employment industries in Hale Center include Retail Trade (140 | 17.6%), Transportation & Warehousing (135 | 17.0%), Accommodation & Food Services (120 | 15.1%), Educational Services (108 | 13.6%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (53 | 6.7%).
Employment Industries in Hale Center

Employment Industries by Sex in Hale Center

The Hale Center industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Wholesale Trade (100.0%), and Utilities (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Construction (100.0%), Finance & Insurance (100.0%), and Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (100.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Hale Center
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting43 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction0 (0.0%)8 (100.0%)
Manufacturing34 (82.9%)7 (17.1%)
Wholesale Trade5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade82 (58.6%)58 (41.4%)
Transportation & Warehousing103 (76.3%)32 (23.7%)
Utilities10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)15 (100.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)3 (100.0%)
Professional & Scientific22 (56.4%)17 (43.6%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support9 (69.2%)4 (30.8%)
Educational Services21 (19.4%)87 (80.6%)
Health Care & Social Assistance9 (17.0%)44 (83.0%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services49 (40.8%)71 (59.2%)
Public Administration22 (66.7%)11 (33.3%)
Total433 (54.4%)363 (45.6%)

Education in Hale Center

School Enrollment in Hale Center

The most common levels of schooling among the 401 students in Hale Center are high school (154 | 38.4%), middle school (110 | 27.4%), and elementary school (86 | 21.4%).
School Enrollment in Hale Center
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool235.7%
Kindergarten61.5%
Elementary School8621.4%
Middle School11027.4%
High School15438.4%
College / Undergraduate225.5%
Graduate / Professional00.0%
Total401100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Hale Center

Out of a total of 401 students who are enrolled in schools in Hale Center, 14 (3.5%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 387 (96.5%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 35 years and over has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 14 (100.0% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 23 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Hale Center
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds23 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old74 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds128 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds89 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds73 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over0 (0.0%)14 (100.0%)
Total387 (96.5%)14 (3.5%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Hale Center

Business (38 | 33.0%), bio, nature & agricultural (29 | 25.2%), arts & humanities (14 | 12.2%), education (13 | 11.3%), and physical & health sciences (8 | 7.0%) are the most common fields of study among 115 individuals in Hale Center who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Hale Center
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics43.5%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural2925.2%
Physical & Health Sciences87.0%
Psychology00.0%
Social Sciences65.2%
Engineering00.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology32.6%
Business3833.0%
Education1311.3%
Literature & Languages00.0%
Liberal Arts & History00.0%
Visual & Performing Arts00.0%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities1412.2%
Total115100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Hale Center

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Hale Center

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Hale Center are males with 2 vehicles (168, accounting for 49.0%) and females with 2 vehicles (262, making up 46.3%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Hale Center
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle51 (14.9%)36 (9.9%)
2 Vehicles168 (49.0%)262 (72.2%)
3 Vehicles84 (24.5%)47 (13.0%)
4 Vehicles32 (9.3%)14 (3.9%)
5 or more Vehicles8 (2.3%)4 (1.1%)
Total343 (100.0%)363 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Hale Center

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Hale Center are 15 to 19 minutes (206 commuters, 29.5%), less than 5 minutes (170 commuters, 24.3%), and 5 to 9 minutes (105 commuters, 15.0%).
Commute Time in Hale Center
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes17024.3%
5 to 9 Minutes10515.0%
10 to 14 Minutes588.3%
15 to 19 Minutes20629.5%
20 to 24 Minutes436.1%
25 to 29 Minutes213.0%
30 to 34 Minutes466.6%
35 to 39 Minutes50.7%
40 to 44 Minutes182.6%
45 to 59 Minutes273.9%
60 to 89 Minutes00.0%
90 or more Minutes00.0%

Commute Time by Sex in Hale Center

The most common commute times in Hale Center are 15 to 19 minutes (98 commuters, 28.6%) for males and less than 5 minutes (116 commuters, 32.6%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Hale Center
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes54 (15.7%)116 (32.6%)
5 to 9 Minutes65 (19.0%)40 (11.2%)
10 to 14 Minutes28 (8.2%)30 (8.4%)
15 to 19 Minutes98 (28.6%)108 (30.3%)
20 to 24 Minutes18 (5.2%)25 (7.0%)
25 to 29 Minutes15 (4.4%)6 (1.7%)
30 to 34 Minutes32 (9.3%)14 (3.9%)
35 to 39 Minutes5 (1.5%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes18 (5.2%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes10 (2.9%)17 (4.8%)
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 Hale Center

The most frequent times of departure to work in Hale Center are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (99, 28.9%) for males and 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM (124, 34.8%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Hale Center
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM44 (12.8%)34 (9.6%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM0 (0.0%)20 (5.6%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM34 (9.9%)4 (1.1%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM32 (9.3%)124 (34.8%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM12 (3.5%)43 (12.1%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM99 (28.9%)42 (11.8%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM36 (10.5%)45 (12.6%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM27 (7.9%)22 (6.2%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM13 (3.8%)13 (3.6%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM16 (4.7%)0 (0.0%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)9 (2.5%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM4 (1.2%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM6 (1.8%)0 (0.0%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM20 (5.8%)0 (0.0%)
Total343 (100.0%)356 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Hale Center

Occupancy by Ownership in Hale Center

Of the total 742 dwellings in Hale Center, owner-occupied units account for 623 (84.0%), while renter-occupied units make up 119 (16.0%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Hale Center
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units62384.0%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units11916.0%
Total Occupied Housing Units742100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Hale Center

Occupancy by Household Size in Hale Center
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household21428.8%
2-Person Household28738.7%
3-Person Household7810.5%
4+ Person Household16322.0%
Total Housing Units742100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Hale Center

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Hale Center
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household163 (76.2%)51 (23.8%)
2-Person Household284 (99.0%)3 (1.1%)
3-Person Household45 (57.7%)33 (42.3%)
4+ Person Household131 (80.4%)32 (19.6%)
Total Housing Units623 (84.0%)119 (16.0%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Hale Center

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Hale Center
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School298 (96.4%)11 (3.6%)
High School Diploma121 (64.4%)67 (35.6%)
College/Associate Degree159 (83.7%)31 (16.3%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher45 (81.8%)10 (18.2%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Hale Center

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Hale Center
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years8411.3%
35 to 44 Years11215.1%
45 to 54 Years8912.0%
55 to 64 Years24833.4%
65 to 74 Years608.1%
75 to 84 Years10514.1%
85 Years and Over445.9%
Total742100.0%

Housing Finances in Hale Center

Median Income by Occupancy in Hale Center

Median Income by Occupancy in Hale Center
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied623 (84.0%)$49,013
Renter-Occupied119 (16.0%)$33,125
Average742 (100.0%)$47,130

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Hale Center

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Hale Center
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00022 (3.5%)8 (6.7%)
$5,000 to $9,9994 (0.6%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $14,99969 (11.1%)18 (15.1%)
$15,000 to $19,99917 (2.7%)10 (8.4%)
$20,000 to $24,99939 (6.3%)18 (15.1%)
$25,000 to $34,99955 (8.8%)22 (18.5%)
$35,000 to $49,999113 (18.1%)7 (5.9%)
$50,000 to $74,99968 (10.9%)9 (7.6%)
$75,000 to $99,99951 (8.2%)16 (13.5%)
$100,000 to $149,999174 (27.9%)11 (9.2%)
$150,000 or more11 (1.8%)0 (0.0%)
Total623 (100.0%)119 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Hale Center

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Hale Center
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $300171 (27.5%)0 (0.0%)
$300 to $499210 (33.7%)18 (15.1%)
$500 to $79971 (11.4%)58 (48.7%)
$800 to $99927 (4.3%)6 (5.0%)
$1,000 to $1,49995 (15.2%)16 (13.5%)
$1,500 to $1,99946 (7.4%)0 (0.0%)
$2,000 to $2,4993 (0.5%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total623 (100.0%)119 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Hale Center

Housing Structures in Hale Center

Housing Structures in Hale Center
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached66088.9%
Single Unit, Attached182.4%
2 Unit Apartments182.4%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments00.0%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments30.4%
10 or more Apartments00.0%
Mobile Home / Other435.8%
Total742100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Hale Center

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Hale Center
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached580 (87.9%)80 (12.1%)
Single Unit, Attached18 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)18 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)3 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mobile Home / Other25 (58.1%)18 (41.9%)
Total623 (84.0%)119 (16.0%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Hale Center

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Hale Center
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
4 or 5 Rooms313 (50.2%)116 (97.5%)
6 or 7 Rooms262 (42.0%)3 (2.5%)
8 or more Rooms48 (7.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total623 (100.0%)119 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Hale Center

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Hale Center
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas471 (75.6%)109 (91.6%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas5 (0.8%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity147 (23.6%)10 (8.4%)
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%)
Total623 (100.0%)119 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Hale Center

Household Vehicle Usage in Hale Center
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle52 (8.4%)9 (7.6%)
1 Vehicle94 (15.1%)75 (63.0%)
2 Vehicles367 (58.9%)19 (16.0%)
3 or more Vehicles110 (17.7%)16 (13.5%)
Total623 (100.0%)119 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Hale Center

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Hale Center

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units458165
Median Property Value$59,400$110,400
Median Household Income$45,948$0
Monthly Housing Costs$331$0
Real Estate Taxes$815$0

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Hale Center

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Hale Center
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,000181 (39.5%)12 (7.3%)
$50,000 to $99,999160 (34.9%)34 (20.6%)
$100,000 to $299,999117 (25.6%)116 (70.3%)
$300,000 to $499,9990 (0.0%)3 (1.8%)
$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%)
Total458 (100.0%)165 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Hale Center

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Hale Center
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00026 (5.7%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,999125 (27.3%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99935 (7.6%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $49,99973 (15.9%)20 (12.1%)
$50,000 to $74,99929 (6.3%)40 (24.2%)
$75,000 to $99,99936 (7.9%)39 (23.6%)
$100,000 to $149,999123 (26.9%)15 (9.1%)
$150,000 or more11 (2.4%)51 (30.9%)
Total458 (100.0%)165 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Hale Center

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Hale Center
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x314 (68.6%)56,520 (34,254.6%)
2.0x to 2.9x44 (9.6%)82 (49.7%)
3.0x to 3.9x52 (11.4%)55 (33.3%)
4.0x or more38 (8.3%)21 (12.7%)
Total458 (100.0%)165 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Hale Center

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Hale Center
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800221 (48.2%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,499177 (38.7%)20 (12.1%)
$800 to $1,49960 (13.1%)8 (4.9%)
Total458 (100.0%)165 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Hale Center

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Hale Center

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Hale Center
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years60 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years351 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
19 to 25 Years92 (92.0%)8 (8.0%)
26 to 34 Years56 (48.3%)60 (51.7%)
35 to 44 Years140 (66.7%)70 (33.3%)
45 to 54 Years157 (82.6%)33 (17.4%)
55 to 64 Years259 (53.8%)222 (46.2%)
65 to 74 Years113 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older198 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,426 (78.4%)393 (21.6%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Hale Center

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Hale Center
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born60 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen351 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen92 (92.0%)8 (8.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Hale Center

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Hale Center
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000253 (80.6%)61 (19.4%)
$25,000 to $49,999383 (65.8%)199 (34.2%)
$50,000 to $74,999191 (88.8%)24 (11.2%)
$75,000 to $99,999146 (82.0%)32 (18.0%)
$100,000 and over453 (85.5%)77 (14.5%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Hale Center

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Hale Center
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 660 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years83 (23.6%)268 (76.3%)
19 to 25 Years10 (10.0%)82 (82.0%)
25 to 34 Years41 (35.3%)15 (12.9%)
35 to 44 Years17 (8.1%)123 (58.6%)
45 to 54 Years7 (3.7%)157 (82.6%)
55 to 64 Years118 (24.5%)144 (29.9%)
65 to 74 Years104 (92.0%)52 (46.0%)
75 Years and over187 (94.4%)121 (61.1%)
Total627 (34.5%)962 (52.9%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Hale Center

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Hale Center
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years32 (19.9%)32 (27.8%)
35 to 64 Years145 (32.5%)41 (9.4%)
65 to 74 Years30 (40.0%)29 (76.3%)
75 Years and over62 (72.9%)51 (45.1%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Hale Center

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Hale Center: <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 Years30 (6.7%)39 (9.0%)
65 to 74 Years13 (17.3%)2 (5.3%)
75 Years and over12 (14.1%)24 (21.2%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Hale Center: <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 Years23 (5.2%)2 (0.5%)
65 to 74 Years7 (9.3%)14 (36.8%)
75 Years and over14 (16.5%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Hale Center: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years32 (19.9%)24 (20.9%)
35 to 64 Years35 (7.9%)14 (3.2%)
65 to 74 Years5 (6.7%)2 (5.3%)
75 Years and over4 (4.7%)2 (1.8%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Hale Center: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years10 (6.2%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years129 (28.9%)28 (6.4%)
65 to 74 Years21 (28.0%)27 (71.1%)
75 Years and over54 (63.5%)39 (34.5%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Hale Center: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years10 (6.2%)10 (8.7%)
35 to 64 Years15 (3.4%)12 (2.8%)
65 to 74 Years9 (12.0%)2 (5.3%)
75 Years and over4 (4.7%)5 (4.4%)

Technology Access in Hale Center

Computing Device Access in Hale Center

Computing Device Access in Hale Center
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop38652.0%
Smartphone52670.9%
Tablet23832.1%
No Computing Device9512.8%
Total742100.0%

Internet Access in Hale Center

Internet Access in Hale Center
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home36248.8%
Cellular Data Only22530.3%
Satellite Internet162.2%
No Internet14319.3%
Total742100.0%

Hale Center Summary

Hale Center is a city located in Hale County, Texas, United States. It is situated in the South Plains region of the state, approximately 25 miles northeast of Lubbock. As of the 2010 census, the city had a population of 2,252.

History

Hale Center was founded in 1906 by the Hale brothers, who were ranchers from the nearby town of Plainview. The brothers purchased a section of land and began to develop it into a farming community. The town was named after the brothers, and the post office was established in 1907.
In the early years, the town was primarily an agricultural community, with cotton and corn being the main crops. The town also had a number of businesses, including a bank, a hotel, a general store, and a blacksmith shop.
In the 1920s, the town began to grow rapidly, and by the 1930s it had become a major center for cotton production. The town also had a number of other businesses, including a movie theater, a bowling alley, and a number of restaurants.
In the 1950s, the town began to decline as the cotton industry began to decline. The town was also affected by the Dust Bowl, which caused many of the farmers to leave the area.
In the 1970s, the town began to experience a resurgence as the oil and gas industry began to boom in the area. The town also began to attract new businesses, including a number of manufacturing plants.

Geography

Hale Center is located in the South Plains region of Texas, approximately 25 miles northeast of Lubbock. The city is situated on the Llano Estacado, a large plateau that covers much of the western part of the state. The city is located at an elevation of 3,000 feet above sea level.
The climate in Hale Center is semi-arid, with hot summers and mild winters. The average annual temperature is around 65 degrees Fahrenheit, and the average annual precipitation is around 17 inches.

Economy

The economy of Hale Center is largely based on agriculture and oil and gas production. The town is home to a number of cotton gins, as well as a number of oil and gas production facilities.
The town also has a number of other businesses, including a number of manufacturing plants, a number of retail stores, and a number of restaurants.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Hale Center was 2,252. The racial makeup of the city was 79.3% White, 0.7% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 17.7% from other races, and 1.9% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 37.2% of the population.
The median household income in Hale Center was $31,250, and the median family income was $37,500. The per capita income was $15,945. About 17.2% of families and 20.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 28.3% of those under age 18 and 11.2% of those age 65 or over.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Hale Center?
Total Population of Hale Center is 1,866.
What is the Total Male Population of Hale Center?
Total Male Population of Hale Center is 983.
What is the Total Female Population of Hale Center?
Total Female Population of Hale Center is 883.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Hale Center?
There are 111.33 Males per 100 Females in Hale Center.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Hale Center?
There are 89.83 Females per 100 Males in Hale Center.
What is the Median Population Age in Hale Center?
Median Population Age in Hale Center is 50.5 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Hale Center
Average Family Size in Hale Center is 3.0 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Hale Center
Average Household Size in Hale Center is 2.5 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Hale Center?
Per Capita income in Hale Center is $26,429.
What is the Median Family Income in Hale Center?
Median Family Income in Hale Center is $60,000.
What is the Median Household income in Hale Center?
Median Household Income in Hale Center is $47,130.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Hale Center?
Income or Wage Gap in Hale Center is 6.9%.
Women in Hale Center earn 93.1 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Hale Center?
Inequality or Gini Index in Hale Center is 0.41.
How Large is the Labor Force in Hale Center?
There are 813 People in the Labor Forcein in Hale Center.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Hale Center?
50.9% of People are in the Labor Force in Hale Center.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Hale Center?
Unemployment Rate in Hale Center is 2.1%.