Knox City, TX

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Knox City Overview

898
TOTAL POPULATION
490
MALE POPULATION
408
FEMALE POPULATION
120.10
MALES / 100 FEMALES
83.27
FEMALES / 100 MALES
37.6
MEDIAN AGE
3.8
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.6
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$20,217
PER CAPITA INCOME
$64,188
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$37,368
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
58.1%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
41.9¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.43
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
316
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
42.9%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
1.3%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Knox City Zip Codes

Knox City Area Codes

Race in Knox City

The most populous races in Knox City are White / Caucasian (739 | 82.3%), Hispanic or Latino (323 | 36.0%), and Two or more Races (63 | 7.0%).
Race in Knox City
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American606.7%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino32336.0%
Native / Alaskan30.3%
White / Caucasian73982.3%
Two or more Races637.0%
Some other Race333.7%
Total898100.0%

Ancestry in Knox City

The most populous ancestries reported in Knox City are Mexican (263 | 29.3%), American (125 | 13.9%), Irish (90 | 10.0%), English (82 | 9.1%), and German (76 | 8.5%), together accounting for 70.8% of all Knox City residents.
Ancestry in Knox City
Ancestry# Population% Population
American12513.9%
Blackfeet20.2%
British60.7%
Central American333.7%
Chickasaw30.3%
Comanche20.2%
Dutch50.6%
English829.1%
French273.0%
German768.5%
Guatemalan313.5%
Irish9010.0%
Italian151.7%
Mexican26329.3%
Polish30.3%
Salvadoran20.2%
Scotch-Irish202.2%
Scottish70.8%
Spanish273.0%
Swedish50.6%
Swiss40.4%
Welsh121.3%
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Immigrants in Knox City

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Knox City came from Central America (41 | 4.6%), Latin America (41 | 4.6%), Mexico (32 | 3.6%), Guatemala (7 | 0.8%), and Europe (5 | 0.6%), together accounting for 14.0% of all Knox City residents.
Immigrants in Knox City
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Central America414.6%
El Salvador20.2%
Europe50.6%
Germany30.3%
Guatemala70.8%
Latin America414.6%
Mexico323.6%
Northern Europe20.2%
Western Europe30.3%
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Sex and Age in Knox City

Sex and Age in Knox City

The most populous age groups in Knox City are 15 to 19 Years (80 | 16.3%) for men and 5 to 9 Years (49 | 12.0%) for women.
Sex and Age in Knox City
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years16 (3.3%)14 (3.4%)
5 to 9 Years45 (9.2%)49 (12.0%)
10 to 14 Years15 (3.1%)18 (4.4%)
15 to 19 Years80 (16.3%)33 (8.1%)
20 to 24 Years17 (3.5%)28 (6.9%)
25 to 29 Years49 (10.0%)5 (1.2%)
30 to 34 Years7 (1.4%)46 (11.3%)
35 to 39 Years29 (5.9%)25 (6.1%)
40 to 44 Years27 (5.5%)7 (1.7%)
45 to 49 Years23 (4.7%)13 (3.2%)
50 to 54 Years37 (7.5%)16 (3.9%)
55 to 59 Years49 (10.0%)13 (3.2%)
60 to 64 Years30 (6.1%)43 (10.5%)
65 to 69 Years15 (3.1%)21 (5.1%)
70 to 74 Years32 (6.5%)34 (8.3%)
75 to 79 Years2 (0.4%)15 (3.7%)
80 to 84 Years7 (1.4%)17 (4.2%)
85 Years and over10 (2.0%)11 (2.7%)
Total490 (100.0%)408 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Knox City

Median Family Size in Knox City

The median family size in Knox City is 3.78 persons per family, with single female/mother families (29 | 16.0%) accounting for the largest median family size of 4.66 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (25 | 13.8%) represent the smallest median family size with 1.84 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Knox City
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple127 (70.2%)3.97
Single Male/Father25 (13.8%)1.84
Single Female/Mother29 (16.0%)4.66
Total Families181 (100.0%)3.78

Median Household Size in Knox City

The median household size in Knox City is 2.63 persons per household, with single female/mother households (29 | 9.1%) accounting for the largest median household size of 4.66 persons per household. non-family households (139 | 43.4%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.11 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Knox City
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple127 (39.7%)3.97
Single Male/Father25 (7.8%)1.92
Single Female/Mother29 (9.1%)4.66
Non-family139 (43.4%)1.11
Total Households320 (100.0%)2.63

Household Size by Marriage Status in Knox City

Out of a total of 320 households in Knox City, 181 (56.6%) are family households, while 139 (43.4%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 81, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 129.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Knox City
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-129 (40.3%)
2-Person Households81 (25.3%)10 (3.1%)
3-Person Households24 (7.5%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households43 (13.4%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households12 (3.7%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households21 (6.6%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total181 (56.6%)139 (43.4%)

Female Fertility in Knox City

Fertility by Age in Knox City

Average fertility rate in Knox City is 83.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 165.0 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 Knox City
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years13 (100.0%)165.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total13 (100.0%)83.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Knox City

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Knox City
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in Knox City

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Knox City
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 Degree13 (100.0%)310.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total13 (100.0%)83.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Knox City

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Knox City
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 Degree13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in Knox City

Income Overview in Knox City

Per Capita Income in Knox City is $20,217, while median incomes of families and households are $64,188 and $37,368 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income898$20,217
Median Family Income181$64,188
Mean Family Income181$66,284
Median Household Income320$37,368
Mean Household Income320$50,118
Income Deficit181$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)89858.14%
Wage / Income Gap ($)89841.86¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index8980.43

Earnings by Sex in Knox City

Average Earnings in Knox City are $25,417, $35,125 for men and $14,702 for women, a difference of 58.1%.
Earnings by Sex in Knox City
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male224 (64.9%)$35,125
Female121 (35.1%)$14,702
Total345 (100.0%)$25,417

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Knox City

The most common earnings brackets in Knox City are $100,000+ for men (33 | 14.7%) and $12,500 to $14,999 for women (21 | 17.4%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Knox City
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less18 (8.0%)15 (12.4%)
$2,500 to $4,9990 (0.0%)20 (16.5%)
$5,000 to $7,49925 (11.2%)4 (3.3%)
$7,500 to $9,9994 (1.8%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $12,4990 (0.0%)3 (2.5%)
$12,500 to $14,9990 (0.0%)21 (17.4%)
$15,000 to $17,4992 (0.9%)17 (14.1%)
$17,500 to $19,99913 (5.8%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $22,4994 (1.8%)0 (0.0%)
$22,500 to $24,99919 (8.5%)7 (5.8%)
$25,000 to $29,9992 (0.9%)3 (2.5%)
$30,000 to $34,99924 (10.7%)5 (4.1%)
$35,000 to $39,99930 (13.4%)5 (4.1%)
$40,000 to $44,9993 (1.3%)12 (9.9%)
$45,000 to $49,9996 (2.7%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $54,9997 (3.1%)0 (0.0%)
$55,000 to $64,99930 (13.4%)9 (7.4%)
$65,000 to $74,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,9994 (1.8%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000+33 (14.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total224 (100.0%)121 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Knox City

Average earnings in Knox City are $35,938 for men and $15,156 for women, a difference of 57.8%. Men with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $57,841, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $24,539. Women with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $55,417, while those with college or associate's degree education have the smallest earnings of $36,500.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Knox City
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$24,539$0
College or Associate's Degree$57,841$36,500
Bachelor's Degree$36,838$55,417
Graduate Degree--
Total$35,938$15,156

Family Income in Knox City

Family Income Brackets in Knox City

According to the Knox City family income data, there are 43 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 23.8% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Knox City
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,000105.5%
$10,000 to $14,99900.0%
$15,000 to $24,9992212.2%
$25,000 to $34,99973.9%
$35,000 to $49,9992212.2%
$50,000 to $74,9994323.8%
$75,000 to $99,9993519.3%
$100,000 to $149,9993619.9%
$150,000 to $199,99952.8%
$200,000+10.6%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Knox City

4-person families (43 | 23.8%) account for the highest median family income in Knox City with $101,875 per family, while 2-person families (85 | 47.0%) have the highest median income of $29,062 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Knox City
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families85 (47.0%)$58,125
3-Person Families20 (11.1%)$0
4-Person Families43 (23.8%)$101,875
5-Person Families12 (6.6%)$0
6-Person Families21 (11.6%)$63,542
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total181 (100.0%)$64,188

Family Income by Number of Earners in Knox City

The median family income in Knox City is $64,188, with families comprising 3+ earners (6) having the highest median family income of $101,500, while families with 1 earner (77) have the lowest median family income of $38,482, accounting for 3.3% and 42.5% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Knox City
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners23 (12.7%)$80,795
1 Earner77 (42.5%)$38,482
2 Earners75 (41.4%)$65,250
3+ Earners6 (3.3%)$101,500
Total181 (100.0%)$64,188

Household Income in Knox City

Household Income Brackets in Knox City

With 88 households falling in the category, the $15,000 to $24,999 income range is the most frequent in Knox City, accounting for 27.5% of all households. In contrast, only 3 households (0.9%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Knox City
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000257.8%
$10,000 to $14,999134.1%
$15,000 to $24,9998827.5%
$25,000 to $34,999165.0%
$35,000 to $49,9994213.1%
$50,000 to $74,9994614.4%
$75,000 to $99,9994313.4%
$100,000 to $149,9993912.2%
$150,000 to $199,99951.6%
$200,000+30.9%

Household Income by Householder Age in Knox City

The median household income in Knox City is $37,368, with the highest median household income of $62,708 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 101 households (31.6%) 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 9 households (2.8%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Knox City
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years9 (2.8%)$0
25 to 44 Years101 (31.6%)$62,708
45 to 64 Years110 (34.4%)$24,000
65+ Years100 (31.2%)$26,000
Total320 (100.0%)$37,368

Poverty in Knox City

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Knox City

With 10.2% poverty level for males and 15.8% for females among the residents of Knox City, 12 to 14 year old males and 12 to 14 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 15 males (100.0%) and 9 females (50.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Knox City
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years0 (0.0%)20 (43.5%)
12 to 14 Years15 (100.0%)9 (50.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years7 (14.3%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)10 (19.6%)
35 to 44 Years4 (7.1%)2 (6.2%)
45 to 54 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years19 (25.3%)7 (13.7%)
65 to 74 Years2 (5.7%)12 (25.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total47 (10.2%)60 (15.8%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Knox City

According to the poverty statistics in Knox City, males aged under 5 years and females aged under 5 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 Knox City
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years16 (100.0%)14 (100.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)3 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years45 (100.0%)26 (56.5%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)9 (50.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years48 (100.0%)21 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years42 (85.7%)36 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Years56 (100.0%)41 (80.4%)
35 to 44 Years52 (92.9%)30 (93.8%)
45 to 54 Years60 (100.0%)25 (100.0%)
55 to 64 Years56 (74.7%)44 (86.3%)
65 to 74 Years33 (94.3%)36 (75.0%)
75 Years and over7 (100.0%)30 (100.0%)
Total415 (89.8%)319 (84.2%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Knox City

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Knox City
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children56 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children46 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children25 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total127 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Knox City

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Knox City
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)14 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)14 (48.3%)

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

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Knox City
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)14 (70.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)14 (25.9%)

Employment Characteristics in Knox City

Employment by Class of Employer in Knox City

Among the 288 employed individuals in Knox City, private company employees (128 | 44.4%), local government employees (61 | 21.2%), and self-employed (incorporated) (43 | 14.9%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Knox City
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees12844.4%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)4314.9%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)165.6%
Not-for-profit Organizations3612.5%
Local Government Employees6121.2%
State Government Employees41.4%
Federal Government Employees00.0%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total288100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Knox City

According to the labor force statistics for Knox City, out of the total population over 16 years of age (737), 42.9% or 316 individuals are in the labor force, with 1.3% or 4 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 92.6% or 50 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 55 to 59 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 7.1% or 3 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Knox City
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years38 (84.4%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years50 (92.6%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years10 (18.9%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years78 (88.6%)1 (1.3%)
45 to 54 Years44 (49.4%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years42 (67.7%)3 (7.1%)
60 to 64 Years33 (45.2%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years20 (19.6%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over1 (1.6%)0 (0.0%)
Total316 (42.9%)4 (1.3%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Knox City

According to labor force statistics for Knox City, 61.3% of individuals (257) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (419) are in the labor force, with 1.6% or 4 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of college / associate degree, with 87.1% or 128 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 11.4% or 4 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Knox City
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School35 (36.5%)11 (11.4%)
High School Diploma54 (48.6%)0 (0.0%)
College / Associate Degree128 (87.1%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher40 (61.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total257 (61.3%)7 (1.6%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Knox City

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Knox City are Community & Social Service (53 | 17.0%), Management (41 | 13.1%), Education Instruction & Library (38 | 12.2%), Education, Arts & Media (15 | 4.8%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (13 | 4.2%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Knox City

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Knox City, the most male-oriented occupations are Education, Arts & Media (86.7%), Community & Social Service (60.4%), and Management (58.5%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Diagnosing & Treating (100.0%), Education Instruction & Library (50.0%), and Management (41.5%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Knox City
OccupationMaleFemale
Management24 (58.5%)17 (41.5%)
Business & Financial0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
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 32 (60.4%)21 (39.6%)
Education, Arts & Media13 (86.7%)2 (13.3%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library19 (50.0%)19 (50.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating0 (0.0%)13 (100.0%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)56 (52.3%)51 (47.7%)
Total (Overall)206 (66.0%)106 (34.0%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Knox City are Security & Protection (22 | 7.0%), Law Enforcement (17 | 5.4%), Healthcare Support (10 | 3.2%), Firefighting & Prevention (5 | 1.6%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (4 | 1.3%).
Services Occupations in Knox City

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Knox City, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), and Law Enforcement (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), and Food Preparation & Serving (100.0%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Knox City
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)10 (100.0%)
Security & Protection22 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)26 (68.4%)12 (31.6%)
Total (Overall)206 (66.0%)106 (34.0%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Knox City are Sales & Related (70 | 22.4%), and Office & Administration (21 | 6.7%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Knox City

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Knox City
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related51 (72.9%)19 (27.1%)
Office & Administration0 (0.0%)21 (100.0%)
Total (Category)51 (56.0%)40 (44.0%)
Total (Overall)206 (66.0%)106 (34.0%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Knox City are Installation, Maintenance & Repair (30 | 9.6%), Construction & Extraction (17 | 5.4%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (15 | 4.8%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Knox City

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Knox City
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair30 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)62 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)206 (66.0%)106 (34.0%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Knox City are Transportation (11 | 3.5%), and Production (3 | 1.0%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Knox City

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Knox City
OccupationMaleFemale
Production0 (0.0%)3 (100.0%)
Transportation11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)11 (78.6%)3 (21.4%)
Total (Overall)206 (66.0%)106 (34.0%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Knox City

Employment Industries in Knox City

The major employment industries in Knox City include Retail Trade (65 | 20.8%), Educational Services (43 | 13.8%), Health Care & Social Assistance (29 | 9.3%), Public Administration (25 | 8.0%), and Accommodation & Food Services (22 | 7.0%).
Employment Industries in Knox City

Employment Industries by Sex in Knox City

The Knox City 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 Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (100.0%), Administrative & Support (100.0%), and Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (100.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Knox City
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction14 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Wholesale Trade0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade42 (64.6%)23 (35.4%)
Transportation & Warehousing10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities21 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance3 (50.0%)3 (50.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)3 (100.0%)
Professional & Scientific0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)
Educational Services21 (48.8%)22 (51.2%)
Health Care & Social Assistance4 (13.8%)25 (86.2%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)17 (100.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services22 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Public Administration17 (68.0%)8 (32.0%)
Total206 (66.0%)106 (34.0%)

Education in Knox City

School Enrollment in Knox City

The most common levels of schooling among the 247 students in Knox City are high school (98 | 39.7%), elementary school (74 | 30.0%), and college / undergraduate (40 | 16.2%).
School Enrollment in Knox City
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool00.0%
Kindergarten208.1%
Elementary School7430.0%
Middle School156.1%
High School9839.7%
College / Undergraduate4016.2%
Graduate / Professional00.0%
Total247100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Knox City

Out of a total of 247 students who are enrolled in schools in Knox City, 40 (16.2%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 207 (83.8%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 15 to 17 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 30 (43.5% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 10 to 14 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 33 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Knox City
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old84 (89.4%)10 (10.6%)
10 to 14 Year Olds33 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds39 (56.5%)30 (43.5%)
18 to 19 Year Olds32 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds19 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total207 (83.8%)40 (16.2%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Knox City

Education (37 | 37.8%), arts & humanities (18 | 18.4%), science & technology (10 | 10.2%), social sciences (9 | 9.2%), and bio, nature & agricultural (8 | 8.2%) are the most common fields of study among 98 individuals in Knox City who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Knox City
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics00.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural88.2%
Physical & Health Sciences44.1%
Psychology00.0%
Social Sciences99.2%
Engineering00.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology1010.2%
Business88.2%
Education3737.8%
Literature & Languages44.1%
Liberal Arts & History00.0%
Visual & Performing Arts00.0%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities1818.4%
Total98100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Knox City

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Knox City

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Knox City are males with 2 vehicles (100, accounting for 50.0%) and females with 2 vehicles (32, making up 113.6%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Knox City
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle5 (2.5%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle71 (35.5%)18 (20.4%)
2 Vehicles100 (50.0%)32 (36.4%)
3 Vehicles21 (10.5%)35 (39.8%)
4 Vehicles1 (0.5%)3 (3.4%)
5 or more Vehicles2 (1.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total200 (100.0%)88 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Knox City

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Knox City are less than 5 minutes (120 commuters, 48.0%), 5 to 9 minutes (39 commuters, 15.6%), and 10 to 14 minutes (34 commuters, 13.6%).
Commute Time in Knox City
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes12048.0%
5 to 9 Minutes3915.6%
10 to 14 Minutes3413.6%
15 to 19 Minutes156.0%
20 to 24 Minutes31.2%
25 to 29 Minutes00.0%
30 to 34 Minutes20.8%
35 to 39 Minutes00.0%
40 to 44 Minutes00.0%
45 to 59 Minutes2610.4%
60 to 89 Minutes114.4%
90 or more Minutes00.0%

Commute Time by Sex in Knox City

The most common commute times in Knox City are less than 5 minutes (76 commuters, 44.2%) for males and less than 5 minutes (44 commuters, 56.4%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Knox City
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes76 (44.2%)44 (56.4%)
5 to 9 Minutes32 (18.6%)7 (9.0%)
10 to 14 Minutes19 (11.1%)15 (19.2%)
15 to 19 Minutes6 (3.5%)9 (11.5%)
20 to 24 Minutes3 (1.7%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Minutes0 (0.0%)2 (2.6%)
35 to 39 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes26 (15.1%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 89 Minutes10 (5.8%)1 (1.3%)
90 or more Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Knox City

The most frequent times of departure to work in Knox City are 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM (66, 38.4%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (24, 30.8%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Knox City
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM7 (4.1%)1 (1.3%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM66 (38.4%)6 (7.7%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM2 (1.2%)0 (0.0%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM7 (4.1%)4 (5.1%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM32 (18.6%)5 (6.4%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM10 (5.8%)24 (30.8%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM3 (1.7%)0 (0.0%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM0 (0.0%)4 (5.1%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM7 (4.1%)18 (23.1%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)2 (2.6%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM0 (0.0%)2 (2.6%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM38 (22.1%)12 (15.4%)
Total172 (100.0%)78 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Knox City

Occupancy by Ownership in Knox City

Of the total 320 dwellings in Knox City, owner-occupied units account for 255 (79.7%), while renter-occupied units make up 65 (20.3%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Knox City
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units25579.7%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units6520.3%
Total Occupied Housing Units320100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Knox City

Occupancy by Household Size in Knox City
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household12940.3%
2-Person Household9128.4%
3-Person Household247.5%
4+ Person Household7623.7%
Total Housing Units320100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Knox City

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Knox City
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household98 (76.0%)31 (24.0%)
2-Person Household73 (80.2%)18 (19.8%)
3-Person Household14 (58.3%)10 (41.7%)
4+ Person Household70 (92.1%)6 (7.9%)
Total Housing Units255 (79.7%)65 (20.3%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Knox City

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Knox City
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School17 (85.0%)3 (15.0%)
High School Diploma53 (69.7%)23 (30.3%)
College/Associate Degree154 (91.1%)15 (8.9%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher31 (56.4%)24 (43.6%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Knox City

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Knox City
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years4714.7%
35 to 44 Years6319.7%
45 to 54 Years309.4%
55 to 64 Years8025.0%
65 to 74 Years7021.9%
75 to 84 Years195.9%
85 Years and Over113.4%
Total320100.0%

Housing Finances in Knox City

Median Income by Occupancy in Knox City

Median Income by Occupancy in Knox City
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied255 (79.7%)$38,750
Renter-Occupied65 (20.3%)$36,382
Average320 (100.0%)$37,368

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Knox City

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Knox City
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0006 (2.4%)12 (18.5%)
$5,000 to $9,9994 (1.6%)3 (4.6%)
$10,000 to $14,9998 (3.1%)5 (7.7%)
$15,000 to $19,99960 (23.5%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $24,99928 (11.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99914 (5.5%)2 (3.1%)
$35,000 to $49,99920 (7.8%)22 (33.9%)
$50,000 to $74,99934 (13.3%)12 (18.5%)
$75,000 to $99,99937 (14.5%)6 (9.2%)
$100,000 to $149,99936 (14.1%)3 (4.6%)
$150,000 or more8 (3.1%)0 (0.0%)
Total255 (100.0%)65 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Knox City

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Knox City
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30056 (22.0%)10 (15.4%)
$300 to $49979 (31.0%)5 (7.7%)
$500 to $79977 (30.2%)22 (33.9%)
$800 to $99932 (12.6%)6 (9.2%)
$1,000 to $1,49911 (4.3%)0 (0.0%)
$1,500 to $1,9990 (0.0%)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%)
Total255 (100.0%)65 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Knox City

Housing Structures in Knox City

Housing Structures in Knox City
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached28789.7%
Single Unit, Attached30.9%
2 Unit Apartments103.1%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments51.6%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments00.0%
10 or more Apartments00.0%
Mobile Home / Other154.7%
Total320100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Knox City

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Knox City
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached237 (82.6%)50 (17.4%)
Single Unit, Attached3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)10 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mobile Home / Other15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total255 (79.7%)65 (20.3%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Knox City

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Knox City
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room1 (0.4%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms15 (5.9%)0 (0.0%)
4 or 5 Rooms105 (41.2%)50 (76.9%)
6 or 7 Rooms77 (30.2%)13 (20.0%)
8 or more Rooms57 (22.4%)2 (3.1%)
Total255 (100.0%)65 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Knox City

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Knox City
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas133 (52.2%)42 (64.6%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas14 (5.5%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity108 (42.3%)23 (35.4%)
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%)
Total255 (100.0%)65 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Knox City

Household Vehicle Usage in Knox City
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle5 (2.0%)15 (23.1%)
1 Vehicle124 (48.6%)30 (46.2%)
2 Vehicles103 (40.4%)5 (7.7%)
3 or more Vehicles23 (9.0%)15 (23.1%)
Total255 (100.0%)65 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Knox City

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Knox City

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units20055
Median Property Value$45,200$62,100
Median Household Income$38,333$0
Monthly Housing Costs$382$0
Real Estate Taxes$744$20

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Knox City

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Knox City
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,000113 (56.5%)15 (27.3%)
$50,000 to $99,99961 (30.5%)38 (69.1%)
$100,000 to $299,99926 (13.0%)2 (3.6%)
$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%)
Total200 (100.0%)55 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Knox City

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Knox City
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00010 (5.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,99974 (37.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99911 (5.5%)22 (40.0%)
$35,000 to $49,99920 (10.0%)3 (5.4%)
$50,000 to $74,99918 (9.0%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99923 (11.5%)16 (29.1%)
$100,000 to $149,99936 (18.0%)14 (25.5%)
$150,000 or more8 (4.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total200 (100.0%)55 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Knox City

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Knox City
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x117 (58.5%)63,021 (114,583.6%)
2.0x to 2.9x30 (15.0%)45 (81.8%)
3.0x to 3.9x6 (3.0%)7 (12.7%)
4.0x or more47 (23.5%)3 (5.4%)
Total200 (100.0%)55 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Knox City

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Knox City
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800121 (60.5%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49948 (24.0%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49931 (15.5%)19 (34.5%)
Total200 (100.0%)55 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Knox City

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Knox City

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Knox City
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years9 (27.3%)24 (72.7%)
6 to 18 Years223 (94.1%)14 (5.9%)
19 to 25 Years55 (88.7%)7 (11.3%)
26 to 34 Years27 (30.0%)63 (70.0%)
35 to 44 Years65 (73.9%)23 (26.1%)
45 to 54 Years75 (88.2%)10 (11.8%)
55 to 64 Years96 (76.2%)30 (23.8%)
65 to 74 Years83 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older37 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total670 (79.7%)171 (20.3%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Knox City

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Knox City
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born9 (27.3%)24 (72.7%)
Foreign Born, Citizen223 (94.1%)14 (5.9%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen55 (88.7%)7 (11.3%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Knox City

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Knox City
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000133 (76.0%)42 (24.0%)
$25,000 to $49,99990 (55.2%)73 (44.8%)
$50,000 to $74,999212 (91.8%)19 (8.2%)
$75,000 to $99,999110 (74.8%)37 (25.2%)
$100,000 and over125 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Knox City

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Knox City
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 69 (27.3%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years63 (26.6%)160 (67.5%)
19 to 25 Years3 (4.8%)54 (87.1%)
25 to 34 Years4 (4.4%)23 (25.6%)
35 to 44 Years6 (6.8%)65 (73.9%)
45 to 54 Years53 (62.4%)48 (56.5%)
55 to 64 Years27 (21.4%)78 (61.9%)
65 to 74 Years83 (100.0%)63 (75.9%)
75 Years and over37 (100.0%)30 (81.1%)
Total285 (33.9%)521 (62.0%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Knox City

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Knox City
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years20 (18.5%)9 (9.8%)
18 to 34 Years14 (13.3%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years44 (23.0%)25 (23.2%)
65 to 74 Years15 (42.9%)27 (56.2%)
75 Years and over7 (100.0%)7 (23.3%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Knox City

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Knox City: <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 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years3 (8.6%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over4 (57.1%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Knox City: <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 Years7 (6.7%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years24 (12.6%)2 (1.8%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Knox City: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years20 (18.5%)9 (9.8%)
18 to 34 Years14 (13.3%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years20 (10.5%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years11 (31.4%)8 (16.7%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Knox City: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years29 (15.2%)13 (12.0%)
65 to 74 Years7 (20.0%)27 (56.2%)
75 Years and over5 (71.4%)7 (23.3%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Knox City: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years3 (1.6%)1 (0.9%)
65 to 74 Years3 (8.6%)3 (6.2%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Technology Access in Knox City

Computing Device Access in Knox City

Computing Device Access in Knox City
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop24075.0%
Smartphone26783.4%
Tablet18256.9%
No Computing Device3611.3%
Total320100.0%

Internet Access in Knox City

Internet Access in Knox City
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home24576.6%
Cellular Data Only165.0%
Satellite Internet175.3%
No Internet4413.8%
Total320100.0%

Knox City Summary

Knox City is a small town located in Knox County, Texas, United States. It is situated in the rolling hills of the Texas Panhandle, approximately 100 miles northwest of Abilene. The town was founded in 1891 and named after General Henry Knox, a Revolutionary War hero. The population of Knox City was 1,093 at the 2010 census.

History

Knox City was founded in 1891 by a group of settlers from the nearby town of Benjamin. The town was named after General Henry Knox, a Revolutionary War hero. The settlers chose the site because of its proximity to the Santa Fe Railroad, which had recently been built through the area.
The town quickly grew and by 1900, it had a population of over 500. The town was incorporated in 1909 and by 1910, the population had grown to 1,000.
In the early 1900s, Knox City was a thriving agricultural center. The town was home to several cotton gins, a flour mill, and a cottonseed oil mill. The town also had several stores, a bank, a hotel, and a newspaper.
In the 1920s, the town began to decline as the railroad moved its operations to other towns. The Great Depression further weakened the town's economy and by 1940, the population had dropped to just over 500.
The town began to recover in the 1950s and by 1960, the population had grown to 1,000. The town continued to grow and by 2000, the population had reached 1,093.

Geography

Knox City is located in the rolling hills of the Texas Panhandle, approximately 100 miles northwest of Abilene. The town is situated at the intersection of U.S. Highway 82 and State Highway 6.
The climate in Knox City is semi-arid, with hot summers and mild winters. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). The average annual precipitation is 22 inches (56 cm).

Economy

The economy of Knox City is largely based on agriculture. The town is home to several cotton gins, a flour mill, and a cottonseed oil mill. The town also has several stores, a bank, a hotel, and a newspaper.
The town is also home to several manufacturing companies, including a furniture factory, a plastics factory, and a metal fabrication plant.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Knox City was 1,093. The racial makeup of the town was 94.3% White, 0.7% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 2.7% from other races, and 1.9% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 5.2% of the population.
The median income for a household in the town was $30,000, and the median income for a family was $35,000. The per capita income for the town was $15,000. About 16.7% of families and 19.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 25.2% of those under age 18 and 10.3% of those age 65 or over.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Knox City?
Total Population of Knox City is 898.
What is the Total Male Population of Knox City?
Total Male Population of Knox City is 490.
What is the Total Female Population of Knox City?
Total Female Population of Knox City is 408.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Knox City?
There are 120.10 Males per 100 Females in Knox City.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Knox City?
There are 83.27 Females per 100 Males in Knox City.
What is the Median Population Age in Knox City?
Median Population Age in Knox City is 37.6 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Knox City
Average Family Size in Knox City is 3.8 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Knox City
Average Household Size in Knox City is 2.6 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Knox City?
Per Capita income in Knox City is $20,217.
What is the Median Family Income in Knox City?
Median Family Income in Knox City is $64,188.
What is the Median Household income in Knox City?
Median Household Income in Knox City is $37,368.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Knox City?
Income or Wage Gap in Knox City is 58.1%.
Women in Knox City earn 41.9 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Knox City?
Inequality or Gini Index in Knox City is 0.43.
How Large is the Labor Force in Knox City?
There are 316 People in the Labor Forcein in Knox City.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Knox City?
42.9% of People are in the Labor Force in Knox City.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Knox City?
Unemployment Rate in Knox City is 1.3%.