Muleshoe, TX

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Muleshoe Overview

5,515
TOTAL POPULATION
2,331
MALE POPULATION
3,184
FEMALE POPULATION
73.21
MALES / 100 FEMALES
136.59
FEMALES / 100 MALES
30.0
MEDIAN AGE
4.3
AVG FAMILY SIZE
3.6
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$30,194
PER CAPITA INCOME
$86,007
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$76,618
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
45.3%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
54.7¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.46
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
2,246
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
53.6%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
2.9%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Muleshoe Zip Codes

Muleshoe Area Codes

Race in Muleshoe

The most populous races in Muleshoe are White / Caucasian (4,356 | 79.0%), Hispanic or Latino (4,005 | 72.6%), and Some other Race (887 | 16.1%).
Race in Muleshoe
Race# Population% Population
Asian721.3%
Black / African American350.6%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino4,00572.6%
Native / Alaskan701.3%
White / Caucasian4,35679.0%
Two or more Races951.7%
Some other Race88716.1%
Total5,515100.0%

Ancestry in Muleshoe

The most populous ancestries reported in Muleshoe are Mexican (3,719 | 67.4%), Central American (267 | 4.8%), Guatemalan (267 | 4.8%), American (213 | 3.9%), and English (178 | 3.2%), together accounting for 84.2% of all Muleshoe residents.
Ancestry in Muleshoe
Ancestry# Population% Population
American2133.9%
Canadian240.4%
Central American2674.8%
Cherokee701.3%
Cuban130.2%
Czech20.0%
Dutch West Indian290.5%
Eastern European80.2%
English1783.2%
European80.2%
French80.2%
German621.1%
Guatemalan2674.8%
Irish871.6%
Italian861.6%
Mexican3,71967.4%
Puerto Rican60.1%
Scottish1112.0%
South African350.6%
Sri Lankan721.3%
Subsaharan African350.6%
Swedish60.1%
Trinidadian and Tobagonian60.1%
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Immigrants in Muleshoe

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Muleshoe came from Central America (1,473 | 26.7%), Latin America (1,473 | 26.7%), Mexico (1,305 | 23.7%), Guatemala (168 | 3.0%), and Asia (72 | 1.3%), together accounting for 81.4% of all Muleshoe residents.
Immigrants in Muleshoe
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Africa350.6%
Asia721.3%
Canada340.6%
Central America1,47326.7%
Guatemala1683.0%
India721.3%
Latin America1,47326.7%
Mexico1,30523.7%
South Africa350.6%
South Central Asia721.3%
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Sex and Age in Muleshoe

Sex and Age in Muleshoe

The most populous age groups in Muleshoe are 25 to 29 Years (404 | 17.3%) for men and 60 to 64 Years (411 | 12.9%) for women.
Sex and Age in Muleshoe
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years205 (8.8%)348 (10.9%)
5 to 9 Years111 (4.8%)200 (6.3%)
10 to 14 Years128 (5.5%)270 (8.5%)
15 to 19 Years213 (9.1%)305 (9.6%)
20 to 24 Years26 (1.1%)202 (6.3%)
25 to 29 Years404 (17.3%)334 (10.5%)
30 to 34 Years226 (9.7%)244 (7.7%)
35 to 39 Years78 (3.4%)18 (0.6%)
40 to 44 Years225 (9.7%)231 (7.3%)
45 to 49 Years110 (4.7%)194 (6.1%)
50 to 54 Years7 (0.3%)8 (0.3%)
55 to 59 Years251 (10.8%)61 (1.9%)
60 to 64 Years27 (1.2%)411 (12.9%)
65 to 69 Years35 (1.5%)45 (1.4%)
70 to 74 Years150 (6.4%)134 (4.2%)
75 to 79 Years72 (3.1%)26 (0.8%)
80 to 84 Years53 (2.3%)18 (0.6%)
85 Years and over10 (0.4%)135 (4.2%)
Total2,331 (100.0%)3,184 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Muleshoe

Median Family Size in Muleshoe

The median family size in Muleshoe is 4.28 persons per family, with single female/mother families (271 | 26.1%) accounting for the largest median family size of 8.43 persons per family. On the other hand, married-couple families (660 | 63.5%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.78 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Muleshoe
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple660 (63.5%)2.78
Single Male/Father108 (10.4%)3.03
Single Female/Mother271 (26.1%)8.43
Total Families1,039 (100.0%)4.28

Median Household Size in Muleshoe

The median household size in Muleshoe is 3.60 persons per household, with single female/mother households (271 | 18.3%) accounting for the largest median household size of 9.1 persons per household. non-family households (443 | 29.9%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.15 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Muleshoe
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple660 (44.5%)3.05
Single Male/Father108 (7.3%)3.14
Single Female/Mother271 (18.3%)9.10
Non-family443 (29.9%)1.15
Total Households1,482 (100.0%)3.60

Household Size by Marriage Status in Muleshoe

Out of a total of 1,482 households in Muleshoe, 1,039 (70.1%) are family households, while 443 (29.9%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 511, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 393.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Muleshoe
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-393 (26.5%)
2-Person Households511 (34.5%)50 (3.4%)
3-Person Households137 (9.2%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households275 (18.6%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households13 (0.9%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households26 (1.8%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households77 (5.2%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,039 (70.1%)443 (29.9%)

Female Fertility in Muleshoe

Fertility by Age in Muleshoe

Average fertility rate in Muleshoe is 54.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 106.0 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 Muleshoe
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years83 (100.0%)106.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total83 (100.0%)54.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Muleshoe

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Muleshoe
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)83 (100.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)83 (100.0%)

Fertility by Education in Muleshoe

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Muleshoe
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School77 (92.8%)212.0
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0.0
College or Associate's Degree6 (7.2%)15.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total83 (100.0%)54.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Muleshoe

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Muleshoe
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)77 (100.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)6 (100.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)83 (100.0%)

Income in Muleshoe

Income Overview in Muleshoe

Per Capita Income in Muleshoe is $30,194, while median incomes of families and households are $86,007 and $76,618 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income5,515$30,194
Median Family Income1,039$86,007
Mean Family Income1,039$101,746
Median Household Income1,482$76,618
Mean Household Income1,482$85,463
Income Deficit1,039$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)5,51545.34%
Wage / Income Gap ($)5,51554.66¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index5,5150.46

Earnings by Sex in Muleshoe

Average Earnings in Muleshoe are $37,069, $48,053 for men and $26,267 for women, a difference of 45.3%.
Earnings by Sex in Muleshoe
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male1,408 (53.7%)$48,053
Female1,213 (46.3%)$26,267
Total2,621 (100.0%)$37,069

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Muleshoe

The most common earnings brackets in Muleshoe are $35,000 to $39,999 for men (317 | 22.5%) and $30,000 to $34,999 for women (219 | 18.0%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Muleshoe
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less7 (0.5%)113 (9.3%)
$2,500 to $4,9990 (0.0%)20 (1.7%)
$5,000 to $7,4990 (0.0%)189 (15.6%)
$7,500 to $9,99910 (0.7%)100 (8.2%)
$10,000 to $12,4990 (0.0%)22 (1.8%)
$12,500 to $14,9996 (0.4%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $17,4990 (0.0%)87 (7.2%)
$17,500 to $19,9990 (0.0%)11 (0.9%)
$20,000 to $22,49924 (1.7%)28 (2.3%)
$22,500 to $24,99937 (2.6%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $29,99964 (4.5%)85 (7.0%)
$30,000 to $34,99922 (1.6%)219 (18.0%)
$35,000 to $39,999317 (22.5%)23 (1.9%)
$40,000 to $44,999194 (13.8%)130 (10.7%)
$45,000 to $49,999104 (7.4%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $54,99926 (1.8%)53 (4.4%)
$55,000 to $64,99988 (6.2%)37 (3.0%)
$65,000 to $74,999124 (8.8%)48 (4.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99969 (4.9%)48 (4.0%)
$100,000+316 (22.4%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,408 (100.0%)1,213 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Muleshoe

Average earnings in Muleshoe are $53,413 for men and $32,751 for women, a difference of 38.7%. Men with an educational attainment of less than high school enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $102,509, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $36,814. Women with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $57,188, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $16,753.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Muleshoe
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$102,509$16,753
High School Diploma$36,814$0
College or Associate's Degree$74,222$34,459
Bachelor's Degree--
Graduate Degree--
Total$53,413$32,751

Family Income in Muleshoe

Family Income Brackets in Muleshoe

According to the Muleshoe family income data, there are 269 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 25.9% of all families. Conversely, the less than $10,000 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 23 families (2.2%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Muleshoe
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,000232.2%
$10,000 to $14,999272.6%
$15,000 to $24,999444.2%
$25,000 to $34,999747.1%
$35,000 to $49,99914013.5%
$50,000 to $74,999898.6%
$75,000 to $99,99923522.6%
$100,000 to $149,99926925.9%
$150,000 to $199,999949.0%
$200,000+444.2%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Muleshoe

4-person families (278 | 26.8%) account for the highest median family income in Muleshoe with $93,750 per family, while 2-person families (582 | 56.0%) have the highest median income of $42,812 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Muleshoe
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families582 (56.0%)$85,625
3-Person Families94 (9.0%)$41,958
4-Person Families278 (26.8%)$93,750
5-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
6-Person Families8 (0.8%)$0
7+ Person Families77 (7.4%)$0
Total1,039 (100.0%)$86,007

Family Income by Number of Earners in Muleshoe

The median family income in Muleshoe is $86,007, with families comprising 2 earners (392) having the highest median family income of $108,165, while families with no earners (135) have the lowest median family income of $20,134, accounting for 37.7% and 13.0% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Muleshoe
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners135 (13.0%)$20,134
1 Earner409 (39.4%)$61,953
2 Earners392 (37.7%)$108,165
3+ Earners103 (9.9%)$98,750
Total1,039 (100.0%)$86,007

Household Income in Muleshoe

Household Income Brackets in Muleshoe

With 350 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in Muleshoe, accounting for 23.6% of all households. In contrast, only 46 households (3.1%) fall into the less than $10,000 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Muleshoe
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000463.1%
$10,000 to $14,99919913.4%
$15,000 to $24,9991107.4%
$25,000 to $34,9991177.9%
$35,000 to $49,9991298.7%
$50,000 to $74,9991308.8%
$75,000 to $99,99924616.6%
$100,000 to $149,99935023.6%
$150,000 to $199,999996.7%
$200,000+563.8%

Household Income by Householder Age in Muleshoe

The median household income in Muleshoe is $76,618, with the highest median household income of $107,813 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 468 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 45 households (3.0%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Muleshoe
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years45 (3.0%)$0
25 to 44 Years468 (31.6%)$107,813
45 to 64 Years546 (36.8%)$68,088
65+ Years423 (28.5%)$0
Total1,482 (100.0%)$76,618

Poverty in Muleshoe

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Muleshoe

With 16.4% poverty level for males and 9.5% for females among the residents of Muleshoe, 6 to 11 year old males and 75 year old and over females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 73 males (100.0%) and 80 females (49.4%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Muleshoe
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years99 (48.3%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years73 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
12 to 14 Years72 (56.2%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)52 (15.4%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)105 (18.6%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years67 (26.1%)55 (11.7%)
65 to 74 Years27 (14.6%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over24 (19.2%)80 (49.4%)
Total362 (16.4%)292 (9.5%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Muleshoe

According to the poverty statistics in Muleshoe, males aged 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 Muleshoe
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years106 (51.7%)348 (100.0%)
5 Years38 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years0 (0.0%)381 (100.0%)
12 to 14 Years56 (43.8%)51 (100.0%)
15 Years49 (100.0%)14 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years5 (100.0%)144 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years181 (100.0%)285 (84.6%)
25 to 34 Years582 (100.0%)460 (81.4%)
35 to 44 Years286 (100.0%)249 (100.0%)
45 to 54 Years91 (100.0%)199 (100.0%)
55 to 64 Years190 (73.9%)415 (88.3%)
65 to 74 Years158 (85.4%)168 (100.0%)
75 Years and over101 (80.8%)82 (50.6%)
Total1,843 (83.6%)2,796 (90.5%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Muleshoe

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Muleshoe show that 4.1% or 27 of the total 660 families live below the poverty line. Families with no children have the highest poverty rate of 6.4%, comprising of 27 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 Muleshoe
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children397 (93.6%)27 (6.4%)
1 or 2 Children236 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total633 (95.9%)27 (4.1%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Muleshoe

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Muleshoe
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)23 (21.7%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)23 (8.5%)

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

The poverty data for Muleshoe shows that 27 of the married-couple family households (4.1%) and 23 of the single-parent households (6.1%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 27 households (6.4%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 23 household (21.7%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Muleshoe
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children27 (6.4%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)23 (21.7%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total27 (4.1%)23 (6.1%)

Employment Characteristics in Muleshoe

Employment by Class of Employer in Muleshoe

Among the 2,014 employed individuals in Muleshoe, private company employees (1,602 | 79.5%), self-employed (not incorporated) (155 | 7.7%), and self-employed (incorporated) (134 | 6.7%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Muleshoe
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees1,60279.5%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)1346.7%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)1557.7%
Not-for-profit Organizations180.9%
Local Government Employees974.8%
State Government Employees80.4%
Federal Government Employees00.0%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total2,014100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Muleshoe

According to the labor force statistics for Muleshoe, out of the total population over 16 years of age (4,190), 53.6% or 2,246 individuals are in the labor force, with 2.9% or 65 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 92.1% or 680 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 20 to 24 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 29.4% or 52 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Muleshoe
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years39 (8.6%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years177 (77.6%)52 (29.4%)
25 to 29 Years680 (92.1%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years365 (77.7%)13 (3.6%)
35 to 44 Years318 (57.6%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years222 (69.6%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years217 (69.6%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years107 (24.4%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years115 (31.6%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over6 (1.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,246 (53.6%)65 (2.9%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Muleshoe

According to labor force statistics for Muleshoe, 67.5% of individuals (1,910) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (2,829) are in the labor force, with 0.7% or 13 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of college / associate degree, with 82.8% or 534 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 1.6% or 13 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Muleshoe
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School473 (54.3%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma801 (73.3%)17 (1.6%)
College / Associate Degree534 (82.8%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher101 (45.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,910 (67.5%)20 (0.7%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Muleshoe

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Muleshoe are Management (184 | 8.4%), Community & Social Service (145 | 6.7%), Education Instruction & Library (129 | 5.9%), Business & Financial (110 | 5.0%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (94 | 4.3%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Muleshoe

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Muleshoe, the most male-oriented occupations are Health Technologists (67.4%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (63.8%), and Business & Financial (58.2%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%), Community & Social Service (96.6%), and Education Instruction & Library (96.1%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Muleshoe
OccupationMaleFemale
Management58 (31.5%)126 (68.5%)
Business & Financial64 (58.2%)46 (41.8%)
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 5 (3.5%)140 (96.6%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library5 (3.9%)124 (96.1%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)16 (100.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating60 (63.8%)34 (36.2%)
Health Technologists60 (67.4%)29 (32.6%)
Total (Category)187 (35.1%)346 (64.9%)
Total (Overall)1,226 (56.2%)955 (43.8%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Muleshoe are Food Preparation & Serving (87 | 4.0%), Cleaning & Maintenance (79 | 3.6%), Security & Protection (8 | 0.4%), Firefighting & Prevention (8 | 0.4%), and Personal Care & Service (6 | 0.3%).
Services Occupations in Muleshoe

Services Occupations by Sex

Services Occupations by Sex in Muleshoe
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Security & Protection0 (0.0%)8 (100.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)8 (100.0%)
Law Enforcement0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving0 (0.0%)87 (100.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance65 (82.3%)14 (17.7%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)6 (100.0%)
Total (Category)65 (36.1%)115 (63.9%)
Total (Overall)1,226 (56.2%)955 (43.8%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Muleshoe are Sales & Related (350 | 16.1%), and Office & Administration (99 | 4.5%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Muleshoe

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Muleshoe
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related275 (78.6%)75 (21.4%)
Office & Administration0 (0.0%)99 (100.0%)
Total (Category)275 (61.3%)174 (38.8%)
Total (Overall)1,226 (56.2%)955 (43.8%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Muleshoe are Farming, Fishing & Forestry (98 | 4.5%), Construction & Extraction (83 | 3.8%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (9 | 0.4%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Muleshoe

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Muleshoe
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry40 (40.8%)58 (59.2%)
Construction & Extraction68 (81.9%)15 (18.1%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)117 (61.6%)73 (38.4%)
Total (Overall)1,226 (56.2%)955 (43.8%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Muleshoe are Material Moving (437 | 20.0%), Production (276 | 12.7%), and Transportation (116 | 5.3%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Muleshoe

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Muleshoe
OccupationMaleFemale
Production47 (17.0%)229 (83.0%)
Transportation116 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving419 (95.9%)18 (4.1%)
Total (Category)582 (70.2%)247 (29.8%)
Total (Overall)1,226 (56.2%)955 (43.8%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Muleshoe

Employment Industries in Muleshoe

The major employment industries in Muleshoe include Retail Trade (616 | 28.2%), Manufacturing (361 | 16.6%), Accommodation & Food Services (240 | 11.0%), Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (135 | 6.2%), and Educational Services (129 | 5.9%).
Employment Industries in Muleshoe

Employment Industries by Sex in Muleshoe

The Muleshoe industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Transportation & Warehousing (100.0%), and Administrative & Support (87.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Professional & Scientific (100.0%), Public Administration (100.0%), and Educational Services (96.1%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Muleshoe
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting71 (52.6%)64 (47.4%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction51 (83.6%)10 (16.4%)
Manufacturing117 (32.4%)244 (67.6%)
Wholesale Trade0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade497 (80.7%)119 (19.3%)
Transportation & Warehousing116 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information41 (77.4%)12 (22.6%)
Finance & Insurance45 (60.0%)30 (40.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing19 (63.3%)11 (36.7%)
Professional & Scientific0 (0.0%)32 (100.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support60 (87.0%)9 (13.0%)
Educational Services5 (3.9%)124 (96.1%)
Health Care & Social Assistance60 (60.6%)39 (39.4%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services32 (13.3%)208 (86.7%)
Public Administration0 (0.0%)42 (100.0%)
Total1,226 (56.2%)955 (43.8%)

Education in Muleshoe

School Enrollment in Muleshoe

The most common levels of schooling among the 935 students in Muleshoe are high school (324 | 34.6%), middle school (266 | 28.4%), and kindergarten (165 | 17.6%).
School Enrollment in Muleshoe
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool00.0%
Kindergarten16517.6%
Elementary School899.5%
Middle School26628.4%
High School32434.6%
College / Undergraduate919.7%
Graduate / Professional00.0%
Total935100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Muleshoe

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Muleshoe
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds16 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old238 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds217 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds212 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds200 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds23 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds29 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total935 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Muleshoe

Business (130 | 26.5%), social sciences (106 | 21.6%), psychology (57 | 11.6%), arts & humanities (57 | 11.6%), and education (52 | 10.6%) are the most common fields of study among 491 individuals in Muleshoe who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Muleshoe
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics00.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural193.9%
Physical & Health Sciences30.6%
Psychology5711.6%
Social Sciences10621.6%
Engineering51.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology428.6%
Business13026.5%
Education5210.6%
Literature & Languages00.0%
Liberal Arts & History204.1%
Visual & Performing Arts00.0%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities5711.6%
Total491100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Muleshoe

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Muleshoe

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Muleshoe are males with 4 vehicles (447, accounting for 37.3%) and females with 4 vehicles (273, making up 54.8%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Muleshoe
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle51 (4.3%)31 (3.8%)
1 Vehicle243 (20.3%)126 (15.4%)
2 Vehicles323 (27.0%)154 (18.9%)
3 Vehicles99 (8.3%)117 (14.3%)
4 Vehicles447 (37.3%)273 (33.5%)
5 or more Vehicles35 (2.9%)115 (14.1%)
Total1,198 (100.0%)816 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Muleshoe

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Muleshoe are 30 to 34 minutes (676 commuters, 34.1%), 5 to 9 minutes (656 commuters, 33.1%), and less than 5 minutes (239 commuters, 12.1%).
Commute Time in Muleshoe
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes23912.1%
5 to 9 Minutes65633.1%
10 to 14 Minutes1467.4%
15 to 19 Minutes381.9%
20 to 24 Minutes361.8%
25 to 29 Minutes251.3%
30 to 34 Minutes67634.1%
35 to 39 Minutes00.0%
40 to 44 Minutes00.0%
45 to 59 Minutes603.0%
60 to 89 Minutes472.4%
90 or more Minutes593.0%

Commute Time by Sex in Muleshoe

The most common commute times in Muleshoe are 30 to 34 minutes (457 commuters, 38.7%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (332 commuters, 41.5%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Muleshoe
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes161 (13.6%)78 (9.8%)
5 to 9 Minutes324 (27.4%)332 (41.5%)
10 to 14 Minutes41 (3.5%)105 (13.1%)
15 to 19 Minutes23 (1.9%)15 (1.9%)
20 to 24 Minutes26 (2.2%)10 (1.3%)
25 to 29 Minutes25 (2.1%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Minutes457 (38.7%)219 (27.4%)
35 to 39 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes19 (1.6%)41 (5.1%)
60 to 89 Minutes47 (4.0%)0 (0.0%)
90 or more Minutes59 (5.0%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Muleshoe

The most frequent times of departure to work in Muleshoe are 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM (335, 28.3%) for males and 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM (290, 36.2%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Muleshoe
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM69 (5.8%)0 (0.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM114 (9.6%)95 (11.9%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM53 (4.5%)29 (3.6%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM77 (6.5%)40 (5.0%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM35 (3.0%)0 (0.0%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM115 (9.7%)38 (4.8%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM265 (22.4%)54 (6.8%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM5 (0.4%)115 (14.4%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM45 (3.8%)28 (3.5%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM60 (5.1%)35 (4.4%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)54 (6.8%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM335 (28.3%)290 (36.2%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM9 (0.8%)22 (2.8%)
Total1,182 (100.0%)800 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Muleshoe

Occupancy by Ownership in Muleshoe

Of the total 1,482 dwellings in Muleshoe, owner-occupied units account for 1,051 (70.9%), while renter-occupied units make up 431 (29.1%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Muleshoe
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units1,05170.9%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units43129.1%
Total Occupied Housing Units1,482100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Muleshoe

Occupancy by Household Size in Muleshoe
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household39326.5%
2-Person Household56137.9%
3-Person Household1379.2%
4+ Person Household39126.4%
Total Housing Units1,482100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Muleshoe

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Muleshoe
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household185 (47.1%)208 (52.9%)
2-Person Household503 (89.7%)58 (10.3%)
3-Person Household50 (36.5%)87 (63.5%)
4+ Person Household313 (80.0%)78 (20.0%)
Total Housing Units1,051 (70.9%)431 (29.1%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Muleshoe

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Muleshoe
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School364 (71.7%)144 (28.3%)
High School Diploma304 (77.7%)87 (22.3%)
College/Associate Degree215 (52.8%)192 (47.2%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher168 (95.5%)8 (4.5%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Muleshoe

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Muleshoe
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years27318.4%
35 to 44 Years24016.2%
45 to 54 Years21214.3%
55 to 64 Years33422.5%
65 to 74 Years19012.8%
75 to 84 Years1077.2%
85 Years and Over1268.5%
Total1,482100.0%

Housing Finances in Muleshoe

Median Income by Occupancy in Muleshoe

Median Income by Occupancy in Muleshoe
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied1,051 (70.9%)$99,288
Renter-Occupied431 (29.1%)$39,375
Average1,482 (100.0%)$76,618

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Muleshoe

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Muleshoe
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00013 (1.2%)33 (7.7%)
$5,000 to $9,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $14,99998 (9.3%)100 (23.2%)
$15,000 to $19,99922 (2.1%)21 (4.9%)
$20,000 to $24,99946 (4.4%)20 (4.6%)
$25,000 to $34,99989 (8.5%)28 (6.5%)
$35,000 to $49,99928 (2.7%)101 (23.4%)
$50,000 to $74,99945 (4.3%)86 (20.0%)
$75,000 to $99,999209 (19.9%)37 (8.6%)
$100,000 to $149,999345 (32.8%)5 (1.2%)
$150,000 or more156 (14.8%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,051 (100.0%)431 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Muleshoe

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Muleshoe
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $300126 (12.0%)36 (8.4%)
$300 to $499184 (17.5%)37 (8.6%)
$500 to $799240 (22.8%)142 (33.0%)
$800 to $999331 (31.5%)5 (1.2%)
$1,000 to $1,49929 (2.8%)109 (25.3%)
$1,500 to $1,99984 (8.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,000 to $2,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,99944 (4.2%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more13 (1.2%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,051 (100.0%)431 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Muleshoe

Housing Structures in Muleshoe

Housing Structures in Muleshoe
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached1,11775.4%
Single Unit, Attached1208.1%
2 Unit Apartments362.4%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments1439.7%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments00.0%
10 or more Apartments60.4%
Mobile Home / Other604.1%
Total1,482100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Muleshoe

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Muleshoe
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached894 (80.0%)223 (20.0%)
Single Unit, Attached120 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments28 (77.8%)8 (22.2%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)143 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)6 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other9 (15.0%)51 (85.0%)
Total1,051 (70.9%)431 (29.1%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Muleshoe

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Muleshoe
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room28 (2.7%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms20 (1.9%)199 (46.2%)
4 or 5 Rooms391 (37.2%)180 (41.8%)
6 or 7 Rooms324 (30.8%)52 (12.1%)
8 or more Rooms288 (27.4%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,051 (100.0%)431 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Muleshoe

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Muleshoe
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas734 (69.8%)313 (72.6%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas6 (0.6%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity282 (26.8%)118 (27.4%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels29 (2.8%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,051 (100.0%)431 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Muleshoe

Household Vehicle Usage in Muleshoe
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle76 (7.2%)174 (40.4%)
1 Vehicle321 (30.5%)140 (32.5%)
2 Vehicles412 (39.2%)77 (17.9%)
3 or more Vehicles242 (23.0%)40 (9.3%)
Total1,051 (100.0%)431 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Muleshoe

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Muleshoe

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units617434
Median Property Value$99,300$116,400
Median Household Income$90,250$48
Monthly Housing Costs$498$13
Real Estate Taxes$1,428$0

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Muleshoe

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Muleshoe
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,000174 (28.2%)19 (4.4%)
$50,000 to $99,999136 (22.0%)77 (17.7%)
$100,000 to $299,999263 (42.6%)325 (74.9%)
$300,000 to $499,9990 (0.0%)13 (3.0%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more44 (7.1%)0 (0.0%)
Total617 (100.0%)434 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Muleshoe

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Muleshoe
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00013 (2.1%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,999166 (26.9%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99948 (7.8%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $49,99928 (4.5%)41 (9.5%)
$50,000 to $74,99929 (4.7%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99938 (6.2%)16 (3.7%)
$100,000 to $149,999187 (30.3%)171 (39.4%)
$150,000 or more108 (17.5%)158 (36.4%)
Total617 (100.0%)434 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Muleshoe

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Muleshoe
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x309 (50.1%)99,643 (22,959.2%)
2.0x to 2.9x210 (34.0%)328 (75.6%)
3.0x to 3.9x33 (5.3%)106 (24.4%)
4.0x or more52 (8.4%)0 (0.0%)
Total617 (100.0%)434 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Muleshoe

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Muleshoe
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800181 (29.3%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,499135 (21.9%)60 (13.8%)
$800 to $1,499279 (45.2%)0 (0.0%)
Total617 (100.0%)434 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Muleshoe

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Muleshoe

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Muleshoe
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years387 (65.5%)204 (34.5%)
6 to 18 Years531 (46.6%)609 (53.4%)
19 to 25 Years211 (58.5%)150 (41.5%)
26 to 34 Years841 (80.3%)206 (19.7%)
35 to 44 Years258 (48.2%)277 (51.8%)
45 to 54 Years200 (69.0%)90 (31.0%)
55 to 64 Years636 (87.5%)91 (12.5%)
65 to 74 Years353 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older287 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total3,704 (69.5%)1,627 (30.5%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Muleshoe

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Muleshoe
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born387 (65.5%)204 (34.5%)
Foreign Born, Citizen531 (46.6%)609 (53.4%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen211 (58.5%)150 (41.5%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Muleshoe

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Muleshoe
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000410 (59.4%)280 (40.6%)
$25,000 to $49,999432 (58.7%)304 (41.3%)
$50,000 to $74,999170 (76.9%)51 (23.1%)
$75,000 to $99,9991,311 (77.8%)375 (22.2%)
$100,000 and over1,381 (69.1%)617 (30.9%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Muleshoe

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Muleshoe
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 6194 (32.8%)193 (32.7%)
6 to 18 Years334 (29.3%)197 (17.3%)
19 to 25 Years23 (6.4%)188 (52.1%)
25 to 34 Years153 (14.6%)764 (73.0%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)258 (48.2%)
45 to 54 Years66 (22.8%)140 (48.3%)
55 to 64 Years412 (56.7%)559 (76.9%)
65 to 74 Years353 (100.0%)148 (41.9%)
75 Years and over287 (100.0%)161 (56.1%)
Total1,822 (34.2%)2,608 (48.9%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Muleshoe

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Muleshoe
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years70 (9.2%)52 (5.8%)
35 to 64 Years112 (17.7%)362 (39.4%)
65 to 74 Years8 (4.3%)38 (22.6%)
75 Years and over6 (4.8%)132 (81.5%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Muleshoe

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Muleshoe: <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%)26 (2.9%)
35 to 64 Years1 (0.2%)279 (30.4%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)126 (77.8%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Muleshoe: <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%)26 (2.9%)
35 to 64 Years25 (3.9%)5 (0.5%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)19 (11.3%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)71 (43.8%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Muleshoe: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years70 (9.2%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)349 (38.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over6 (4.8%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Muleshoe: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)9 (1.0%)
35 to 64 Years86 (13.6%)297 (32.4%)
65 to 74 Years8 (4.3%)38 (22.6%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)6 (3.7%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Muleshoe: <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 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)6 (3.7%)

Technology Access in Muleshoe

Computing Device Access in Muleshoe

Computing Device Access in Muleshoe
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop98166.2%
Smartphone1,13276.4%
Tablet49733.5%
No Computing Device24316.4%
Total1,482100.0%

Internet Access in Muleshoe

Internet Access in Muleshoe
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet281.9%
Broadband Home84356.9%
Cellular Data Only25116.9%
Satellite Internet624.2%
No Internet34723.4%
Total1,482100.0%

Muleshoe Summary

Muleshoe is a small city located in Bailey County, Texas, United States. It is the county seat of Bailey County and is located in the far northwest corner of the state. The population of Muleshoe was 5,158 at the 2010 census, up from 4,168 at the 2000 census.

History

Muleshoe was founded in 1913 by the Muleshoe Land and Irrigation Company. The company was formed by a group of investors from Amarillo, Texas, who wanted to develop the area for agricultural purposes. The town was named after the nearby Muleshoe Ranch, which was owned by the company. The first settlers arrived in 1914 and the town was officially incorporated in 1915.
The town grew rapidly in the early years, and by 1920 the population had reached 1,000. The town was a major center for cotton production and the local economy was largely based on agriculture. The town also had a number of businesses, including a bank, a hotel, a movie theater, and several stores.
In the 1930s, the Great Depression hit the town hard and the population declined. The town was able to survive, however, and by 1940 the population had recovered to 1,400.
In the 1950s, the town began to diversify its economy. The Muleshoe National Wildlife Refuge was established in 1951 and the town began to attract tourists. The town also began to attract new businesses, including a cotton gin, a feed mill, and a fertilizer plant.
In the 1960s, the town continued to grow and the population reached 3,000 by 1970. The town also began to attract new industries, including a meat packing plant and a plastics factory.

Geography

Muleshoe is located in the far northwest corner of Texas, near the New Mexico border. The town is situated at the intersection of U.S. Highway 84 and State Highway 214. The town is located in the High Plains region of Texas and is surrounded by flat, open farmland.
The climate in Muleshoe is semi-arid, with hot summers and mild winters. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C) and the average annual precipitation is 17.5 inches (44.5 cm).

Economy

The economy of Muleshoe is largely based on agriculture. The town is a major center for cotton production and is also home to a number of other agricultural businesses, including a feed mill, a fertilizer plant, and a meat packing plant.
The town also has a number of other businesses, including a bank, a hotel, a movie theater, and several stores. The town is also home to a number of manufacturing businesses, including a plastics factory and a metal fabrication plant.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Muleshoe was 5,158. The racial makeup of the town was 75.3% White, 0.7% African American, 0.7% Native American, 0.3% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 20.7% from other races, and 2.1% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 44.2% of the population.
The median household income in Muleshoe was $30,938 and the median family income was $35,938. The per capita income was $15,938. About 20.7% of the population was below the poverty line.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Muleshoe?
Total Population of Muleshoe is 5,515.
What is the Total Male Population of Muleshoe?
Total Male Population of Muleshoe is 2,331.
What is the Total Female Population of Muleshoe?
Total Female Population of Muleshoe is 3,184.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Muleshoe?
There are 73.21 Males per 100 Females in Muleshoe.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Muleshoe?
There are 136.59 Females per 100 Males in Muleshoe.
What is the Median Population Age in Muleshoe?
Median Population Age in Muleshoe is 30.0 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Muleshoe
Average Family Size in Muleshoe is 4.3 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Muleshoe
Average Household Size in Muleshoe is 3.6 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Muleshoe?
Per Capita income in Muleshoe is $30,194.
What is the Median Family Income in Muleshoe?
Median Family Income in Muleshoe is $86,007.
What is the Median Household income in Muleshoe?
Median Household Income in Muleshoe is $76,618.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Muleshoe?
Income or Wage Gap in Muleshoe is 45.3%.
Women in Muleshoe earn 54.7 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Muleshoe?
Inequality or Gini Index in Muleshoe is 0.46.
How Large is the Labor Force in Muleshoe?
There are 2,246 People in the Labor Forcein in Muleshoe.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Muleshoe?
53.6% of People are in the Labor Force in Muleshoe.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Muleshoe?
Unemployment Rate in Muleshoe is 2.9%.