Tenaha, TX

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Tenaha Overview

1,091
TOTAL POPULATION
500
MALE POPULATION
591
FEMALE POPULATION
84.60
MALES / 100 FEMALES
118.20
FEMALES / 100 MALES
33.0
MEDIAN AGE
3.8
AVG FAMILY SIZE
3.1
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$13,580
PER CAPITA INCOME
$32,800
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$24,702
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
15.7%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
84.3¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.51
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
341
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
45.1%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE

Tenaha Zip Codes

Tenaha Area Codes

Race in Tenaha

The most populous races in Tenaha are Black / African American (520 | 47.7%), White / Caucasian (386 | 35.4%), and Hispanic or Latino (341 | 31.3%).
Race in Tenaha
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American52047.7%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino34131.3%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian38635.4%
Two or more Races11210.3%
Some other Race736.7%
Total1,091100.0%

Ancestry in Tenaha

The most populous ancestries reported in Tenaha are Mexican (337 | 30.9%), American (63 | 5.8%), Irish (52 | 4.8%), German (36 | 3.3%), and Italian (25 | 2.3%), together accounting for 47.0% of all Tenaha residents.
Ancestry in Tenaha
Ancestry# Population% Population
African50.5%
American635.8%
Cajun30.3%
Central American40.4%
Dutch50.5%
English232.1%
French90.8%
German363.3%
Irish524.8%
Italian252.3%
Mexican33730.9%
Salvadoran40.4%
Slovak100.9%
Subsaharan African50.5%
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Immigrants in Tenaha

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Tenaha came from Central America (155 | 14.2%), Latin America (155 | 14.2%), and Mexico (155 | 14.2%), together accounting for 42.6% of all Tenaha residents.
Immigrants in Tenaha
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Central America15514.2%
Latin America15514.2%
Mexico15514.2%
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Sex and Age in Tenaha

Sex and Age in Tenaha

The most populous age groups in Tenaha are 15 to 19 Years (97 | 19.4%) for men and 10 to 14 Years (140 | 23.7%) for women.
Sex and Age in Tenaha
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years44 (8.8%)16 (2.7%)
5 to 9 Years15 (3.0%)7 (1.2%)
10 to 14 Years37 (7.4%)140 (23.7%)
15 to 19 Years97 (19.4%)72 (12.2%)
20 to 24 Years15 (3.0%)12 (2.0%)
25 to 29 Years52 (10.4%)21 (3.5%)
30 to 34 Years15 (3.0%)42 (7.1%)
35 to 39 Years29 (5.8%)60 (10.2%)
40 to 44 Years20 (4.0%)26 (4.4%)
45 to 49 Years31 (6.2%)47 (8.0%)
50 to 54 Years27 (5.4%)25 (4.2%)
55 to 59 Years34 (6.8%)57 (9.6%)
60 to 64 Years18 (3.6%)9 (1.5%)
65 to 69 Years31 (6.2%)27 (4.6%)
70 to 74 Years19 (3.8%)5 (0.9%)
75 to 79 Years0 (0.0%)11 (1.9%)
80 to 84 Years5 (1.0%)5 (0.9%)
85 Years and over11 (2.2%)9 (1.5%)
Total500 (100.0%)591 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Tenaha

Median Family Size in Tenaha

The median family size in Tenaha is 3.82 persons per family, with single female/mother families (108 | 47.4%) accounting for the largest median family size of 4.05 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (17 | 7.5%) represent the smallest median family size with 3.12 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Tenaha
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple103 (45.2%)3.70
Single Male/Father17 (7.5%)3.12
Single Female/Mother108 (47.4%)4.05
Total Families228 (100.0%)3.82

Median Household Size in Tenaha

The median household size in Tenaha is 3.06 persons per household, with single female/mother households (108 | 30.2%) accounting for the largest median household size of 4.33 persons per household. non-family households (129 | 36.1%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.40 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Tenaha
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple103 (28.8%)3.74
Single Male/Father17 (4.8%)3.35
Single Female/Mother108 (30.2%)4.33
Non-family129 (36.1%)1.40
Total Households357 (100.0%)3.06

Household Size by Marriage Status in Tenaha

Out of a total of 357 households in Tenaha, 228 (63.9%) are family households, while 129 (36.1%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 97, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 77.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Tenaha
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-77 (21.6%)
2-Person Households97 (27.2%)52 (14.6%)
3-Person Households33 (9.2%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households32 (9.0%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households43 (12.0%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households23 (6.4%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total228 (63.9%)129 (36.1%)

Female Fertility in Tenaha

Fertility by Age in Tenaha

Average fertility rate in Tenaha is 21.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 35 to 50 years have the highest fertility rate with 45.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 35 to 50 years acount for 100.0% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Tenaha
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)0.0
35 to 50 years6 (100.0%)45.0
Total6 (100.0%)21.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Tenaha

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Tenaha
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in Tenaha

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Tenaha
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School6 (100.0%)65.0
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0.0
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total6 (100.0%)21.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Tenaha

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Tenaha
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in Tenaha

Income Overview in Tenaha

Per Capita Income in Tenaha is $13,580, while median incomes of families and households are $32,800 and $24,702 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income1,091$13,580
Median Family Income228$32,800
Mean Family Income228$43,253
Median Household Income357$24,702
Mean Household Income357$37,133
Income Deficit228$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)1,09115.69%
Wage / Income Gap ($)1,09184.31¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index1,0910.51

Earnings by Sex in Tenaha

Average Earnings in Tenaha are $24,135, $27,500 for men and $23,185 for women, a difference of 15.7%.
Earnings by Sex in Tenaha
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male188 (50.7%)$27,500
Female183 (49.3%)$23,185
Total371 (100.0%)$24,135

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Tenaha

The most common earnings brackets in Tenaha are $12,500 to $14,999 for men (52 | 27.7%) and $22,500 to $24,999 for women (31 | 16.9%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Tenaha
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less6 (3.2%)3 (1.6%)
$2,500 to $4,9990 (0.0%)6 (3.3%)
$5,000 to $7,4990 (0.0%)22 (12.0%)
$7,500 to $9,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $12,49912 (6.4%)27 (14.7%)
$12,500 to $14,99952 (27.7%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $17,4990 (0.0%)12 (6.6%)
$17,500 to $19,9995 (2.7%)13 (7.1%)
$20,000 to $22,4992 (1.1%)0 (0.0%)
$22,500 to $24,9998 (4.3%)31 (16.9%)
$25,000 to $29,99925 (13.3%)13 (7.1%)
$30,000 to $34,9995 (2.7%)13 (7.1%)
$35,000 to $39,9994 (2.1%)8 (4.4%)
$40,000 to $44,99914 (7.4%)15 (8.2%)
$45,000 to $49,9993 (1.6%)9 (4.9%)
$50,000 to $54,9991 (0.5%)0 (0.0%)
$55,000 to $64,99923 (12.2%)0 (0.0%)
$65,000 to $74,99918 (9.6%)7 (3.8%)
$75,000 to $99,99910 (5.3%)4 (2.2%)
$100,000+0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total188 (100.0%)183 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Tenaha

Average earnings in Tenaha are $28,942 for men and $22,702 for women, a difference of 21.6%. Men with an educational attainment of less than high school enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $40,893, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $40,893. Women with an educational attainment of less than high school earn the most with the average annual earnings of $36,094, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $10,156.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Tenaha
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$40,893$36,094
High School Diploma--
College or Associate's Degree--
Bachelor's Degree--
Graduate Degree--
Total$28,942$22,702

Family Income in Tenaha

Family Income Brackets in Tenaha

According to the Tenaha family income data, there are 57 families falling into the $25,000 to $34,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 25.0% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Tenaha
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00041.8%
$10,000 to $14,9993214.0%
$15,000 to $24,9994318.9%
$25,000 to $34,9995725.0%
$35,000 to $49,9992310.1%
$50,000 to $74,9993214.0%
$75,000 to $99,999219.2%
$100,000 to $149,999167.0%
$150,000 to $199,99900.0%
$200,000+00.0%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Tenaha

4-person families (22 | 9.7%) account for the highest median family income in Tenaha with $67,917 per family, while 4-person families (22 | 9.7%) have the highest median income of $16,979 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Tenaha
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families105 (46.1%)$26,806
3-Person Families36 (15.8%)$40,000
4-Person Families22 (9.7%)$67,917
5-Person Families49 (21.5%)$0
6-Person Families16 (7.0%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total228 (100.0%)$32,800

Family Income by Number of Earners in Tenaha

The median family income in Tenaha is $32,800, with families comprising 3+ earners (13) having the highest median family income of $140,625, while families with no earners (39) have the lowest median family income of $23,250, accounting for 5.7% and 17.1% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Tenaha
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners39 (17.1%)$23,250
1 Earner135 (59.2%)$32,188
2 Earners41 (18.0%)$53,906
3+ Earners13 (5.7%)$140,625
Total228 (100.0%)$32,800

Household Income in Tenaha

Household Income Brackets in Tenaha

With 93 households falling in the category, the $10,000 to $14,999 income range is the most frequent in Tenaha, accounting for 26.1% of all households. In contrast, only 1 households (0.3%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Tenaha
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0003610.1%
$10,000 to $14,9999326.1%
$15,000 to $24,9995214.6%
$25,000 to $34,9995716.0%
$35,000 to $49,9994011.2%
$50,000 to $74,999277.6%
$75,000 to $99,999195.3%
$100,000 to $149,999257.0%
$150,000 to $199,99972.0%
$200,000+10.3%

Household Income by Householder Age in Tenaha

The median household income in Tenaha is $24,702, with the highest median household income of $34,250 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 135 households (37.8%) 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 2 households (0.6%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Tenaha
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years2 (0.6%)$0
25 to 44 Years135 (37.8%)$34,250
45 to 64 Years151 (42.3%)$15,855
65+ Years69 (19.3%)$14,712
Total357 (100.0%)$24,702

Poverty in Tenaha

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Tenaha

With 27.5% poverty level for males and 49.2% for females among the residents of Tenaha, 75 year old and over males and 16 and 17 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 11 males (68.8%) and 23 females (100.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Tenaha
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)6 (37.5%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years0 (0.0%)12 (80.0%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)72 (56.2%)
15 Years23 (63.9%)37 (92.5%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)23 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)28 (44.4%)
35 to 44 Years16 (32.7%)12 (14.0%)
45 to 54 Years22 (37.9%)47 (65.3%)
55 to 64 Years30 (57.7%)36 (54.5%)
65 to 74 Years31 (62.0%)10 (31.2%)
75 Years and over11 (68.8%)8 (32.0%)
Total133 (27.5%)291 (49.2%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Tenaha

According to the poverty statistics in Tenaha, males aged under 5 years and females aged 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 Tenaha
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years32 (100.0%)10 (62.5%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years32 (100.0%)3 (20.0%)
12 to 14 Years16 (100.0%)56 (43.8%)
15 Years13 (36.1%)3 (7.5%)
16 and 17 Years10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years66 (100.0%)21 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Years67 (100.0%)35 (55.6%)
35 to 44 Years33 (67.3%)74 (86.1%)
45 to 54 Years36 (62.1%)25 (34.7%)
55 to 64 Years22 (42.3%)30 (45.5%)
65 to 74 Years19 (38.0%)22 (68.8%)
75 Years and over5 (31.2%)17 (68.0%)
Total351 (72.5%)300 (50.8%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Tenaha

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Tenaha show that 38.8% or 40 of the total 103 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 51.8%, comprising of 14 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 15.0%, which includes 3 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Tenaha
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children33 (58.9%)23 (41.1%)
1 or 2 Children17 (85.0%)3 (15.0%)
3 or 4 Children13 (48.1%)14 (51.8%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total63 (61.2%)40 (38.8%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Tenaha

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Tenaha
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)8 (14.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)24 (100.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)32 (29.6%)

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

The poverty data for Tenaha shows that 40 of the married-couple family households (38.8%) and 32 of the single-parent households (25.6%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 14 households (51.8%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 24 household (82.8%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Tenaha
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children23 (41.1%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children3 (15.0%)8 (13.1%)
3 or 4 Children14 (51.8%)24 (82.8%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total40 (38.8%)32 (25.6%)

Employment Characteristics in Tenaha

Employment by Class of Employer in Tenaha

Among the 341 employed individuals in Tenaha, private company employees (256 | 75.1%), not-for-profit organizations (24 | 7.0%), and state government employees (18 | 5.3%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Tenaha
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees25675.1%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)72.1%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)133.8%
Not-for-profit Organizations247.0%
Local Government Employees175.0%
State Government Employees185.3%
Federal Government Employees00.0%
Unpaid Family Workers61.8%
Total341100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Tenaha

Employment Status by Age in Tenaha
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years6 (6.5%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years27 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years50 (68.5%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years50 (87.7%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years110 (81.5%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years39 (30.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years34 (37.4%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years11 (40.7%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years11 (13.4%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over3 (7.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total341 (45.1%)0 (0.0%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Tenaha

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Tenaha
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School63 (42.3%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma115 (52.8%)0 (0.0%)
College / Associate Degree109 (78.4%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total294 (57.3%)0 (0.0%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Tenaha

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Tenaha are Computers, Engineering & Science (21 | 6.2%), Architecture & Engineering (15 | 4.4%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (11 | 3.2%), Community & Social Service (10 | 2.9%), and Life, Physical & Social Science (6 | 1.8%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Tenaha

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Tenaha, the most male-oriented occupations are Education Instruction & Library (83.3%), Community & Social Service (50.0%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (36.4%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Management (100.0%), Business & Financial (100.0%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (100.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Tenaha
OccupationMaleFemale
Management0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
Business & Financial0 (0.0%)3 (100.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science0 (0.0%)21 (100.0%)
Computers & Mathematics0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering0 (0.0%)15 (100.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)6 (100.0%)
Community & Social Service 5 (50.0%)5 (50.0%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
Education Instruction & Library5 (83.3%)1 (16.7%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating4 (36.4%)7 (63.6%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)3 (100.0%)
Total (Category)9 (19.2%)38 (80.8%)
Total (Overall)194 (56.9%)147 (43.1%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Tenaha are Food Preparation & Serving (80 | 23.5%), Healthcare Support (30 | 8.8%), Cleaning & Maintenance (10 | 2.9%), Security & Protection (7 | 2.1%), and Law Enforcement (7 | 2.1%).
Services Occupations in Tenaha

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Tenaha, the most male-oriented occupations are Cleaning & Maintenance (100.0%), and Food Preparation & Serving (68.8%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Security & Protection (100.0%), and Law Enforcement (100.0%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Tenaha
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)30 (100.0%)
Security & Protection0 (0.0%)7 (100.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement0 (0.0%)7 (100.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving55 (68.8%)25 (31.2%)
Cleaning & Maintenance10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)65 (51.2%)62 (48.8%)
Total (Overall)194 (56.9%)147 (43.1%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Tenaha are Office & Administration (25 | 7.3%), and Sales & Related (20 | 5.9%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Tenaha

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Tenaha
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related10 (50.0%)10 (50.0%)
Office & Administration0 (0.0%)25 (100.0%)
Total (Category)10 (22.2%)35 (77.8%)
Total (Overall)194 (56.9%)147 (43.1%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Tenaha are Construction & Extraction (28 | 8.2%), Farming, Fishing & Forestry (22 | 6.5%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (14 | 4.1%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Tenaha

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Tenaha
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry22 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction28 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair14 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)64 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)194 (56.9%)147 (43.1%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Tenaha are Transportation (32 | 9.4%), Material Moving (19 | 5.6%), and Production (7 | 2.1%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Tenaha

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Tenaha
OccupationMaleFemale
Production7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Transportation22 (68.8%)10 (31.2%)
Material Moving17 (89.5%)2 (10.5%)
Total (Category)46 (79.3%)12 (20.7%)
Total (Overall)194 (56.9%)147 (43.1%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Tenaha

Employment Industries in Tenaha

The major employment industries in Tenaha include Accommodation & Food Services (75 | 22.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (44 | 12.9%), Retail Trade (35 | 10.3%), Construction (34 | 10.0%), and Manufacturing (34 | 10.0%).
Employment Industries in Tenaha

Employment Industries by Sex in Tenaha

The Tenaha industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Construction (100.0%), and Educational Services (83.3%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Finance & Insurance (100.0%), Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (100.0%), and Professional & Scientific (100.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Tenaha
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting24 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction15 (68.2%)7 (31.8%)
Construction34 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing11 (32.4%)23 (67.6%)
Wholesale Trade0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade22 (62.9%)13 (37.1%)
Transportation & Warehousing8 (72.7%)3 (27.3%)
Utilities0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)3 (100.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
Professional & Scientific0 (0.0%)7 (100.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support10 (50.0%)10 (50.0%)
Educational Services5 (83.3%)1 (16.7%)
Health Care & Social Assistance4 (9.1%)40 (90.9%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services50 (66.7%)25 (33.3%)
Public Administration0 (0.0%)13 (100.0%)
Total194 (56.9%)147 (43.1%)

Education in Tenaha

School Enrollment in Tenaha

The most common levels of schooling among the 403 students in Tenaha are middle school (140 | 34.7%), high school (139 | 34.5%), and college / undergraduate (57 | 14.1%).
School Enrollment in Tenaha
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool338.2%
Kindergarten71.7%
Elementary School276.7%
Middle School14034.7%
High School13934.5%
College / Undergraduate5714.1%
Graduate / Professional00.0%
Total403100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Tenaha

Out of a total of 403 students who are enrolled in schools in Tenaha, 14 (3.5%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 389 (96.5%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 5 to 9 year old has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 3 (13.6% 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 33 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Tenaha
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds33 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old19 (86.4%)3 (13.6%)
10 to 14 Year Olds177 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds98 (89.9%)11 (10.1%)
18 to 19 Year Olds43 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total389 (96.5%)14 (3.5%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Tenaha

Education (15 | 55.6%), and science & technology (12 | 44.4%) are the most common fields of study among 27 individuals in Tenaha who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Tenaha
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics00.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural00.0%
Physical & Health Sciences00.0%
Psychology00.0%
Social Sciences00.0%
Engineering00.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology1244.4%
Business00.0%
Education1555.6%
Literature & Languages00.0%
Liberal Arts & History00.0%
Visual & Performing Arts00.0%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities00.0%
Total27100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Tenaha

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Tenaha

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Tenaha are males with 4 vehicles (54, accounting for 27.8%) and females with 4 vehicles (13, making up 36.7%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Tenaha
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle2 (1.0%)62 (42.2%)
1 Vehicle23 (11.9%)21 (14.3%)
2 Vehicles38 (19.6%)10 (6.8%)
3 Vehicles51 (26.3%)36 (24.5%)
4 Vehicles54 (27.8%)13 (8.8%)
5 or more Vehicles26 (13.4%)5 (3.4%)
Total194 (100.0%)147 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Tenaha

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Tenaha are 30 to 34 minutes (54 commuters, 16.0%), 10 to 14 minutes (41 commuters, 12.2%), and 5 to 9 minutes (39 commuters, 11.6%).
Commute Time in Tenaha
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes257.4%
5 to 9 Minutes3911.6%
10 to 14 Minutes4112.2%
15 to 19 Minutes257.4%
20 to 24 Minutes3410.1%
25 to 29 Minutes3911.6%
30 to 34 Minutes5416.0%
35 to 39 Minutes205.9%
40 to 44 Minutes30.9%
45 to 59 Minutes164.8%
60 to 89 Minutes236.8%
90 or more Minutes185.3%

Commute Time by Sex in Tenaha

The most common commute times in Tenaha are 30 to 34 minutes (42 commuters, 21.8%) for males and 25 to 29 minutes (31 commuters, 21.5%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Tenaha
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes5 (2.6%)20 (13.9%)
5 to 9 Minutes11 (5.7%)28 (19.4%)
10 to 14 Minutes41 (21.2%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 19 Minutes23 (11.9%)2 (1.4%)
20 to 24 Minutes7 (3.6%)27 (18.8%)
25 to 29 Minutes8 (4.2%)31 (21.5%)
30 to 34 Minutes42 (21.8%)12 (8.3%)
35 to 39 Minutes13 (6.7%)7 (4.9%)
40 to 44 Minutes0 (0.0%)3 (2.1%)
45 to 59 Minutes9 (4.7%)7 (4.9%)
60 to 89 Minutes16 (8.3%)7 (4.9%)
90 or more Minutes18 (9.3%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Tenaha

The most frequent times of departure to work in Tenaha are 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM (46, 23.8%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (41, 28.5%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Tenaha
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM44 (22.8%)23 (16.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM46 (23.8%)0 (0.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM10 (5.2%)10 (6.9%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM7 (3.6%)10 (6.9%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM5 (2.6%)27 (18.8%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM25 (13.0%)7 (4.9%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM0 (0.0%)41 (28.5%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM3 (1.5%)4 (2.8%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM0 (0.0%)4 (2.8%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM41 (21.2%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM5 (2.6%)15 (10.4%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM7 (3.6%)3 (2.1%)
Total193 (100.0%)144 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Tenaha

Occupancy by Ownership in Tenaha

Of the total 357 dwellings in Tenaha, owner-occupied units account for 181 (50.7%), while renter-occupied units make up 176 (49.3%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Tenaha
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units18150.7%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units17649.3%
Total Occupied Housing Units357100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Tenaha

Occupancy by Household Size in Tenaha
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household7721.6%
2-Person Household14941.7%
3-Person Household339.2%
4+ Person Household9827.5%
Total Housing Units357100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Tenaha

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Tenaha
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household49 (63.6%)28 (36.4%)
2-Person Household70 (47.0%)79 (53.0%)
3-Person Household21 (63.6%)12 (36.4%)
4+ Person Household41 (41.8%)57 (58.2%)
Total Housing Units181 (50.7%)176 (49.3%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Tenaha

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Tenaha
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School66 (61.1%)42 (38.9%)
High School Diploma74 (59.2%)51 (40.8%)
College/Associate Degree32 (29.1%)78 (70.9%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher9 (64.3%)5 (35.7%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Tenaha

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Tenaha
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years4512.6%
35 to 44 Years9225.8%
45 to 54 Years7721.6%
55 to 64 Years7420.7%
65 to 74 Years318.7%
75 to 84 Years185.0%
85 Years and Over205.6%
Total357100.0%

Housing Finances in Tenaha

Median Income by Occupancy in Tenaha

Median Income by Occupancy in Tenaha
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied181 (50.7%)$26,250
Renter-Occupied176 (49.3%)$0
Average357 (100.0%)$24,702

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Tenaha

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Tenaha
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00033 (18.2%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $9,9990 (0.0%)3 (1.7%)
$10,000 to $14,99926 (14.4%)67 (38.1%)
$15,000 to $19,9999 (5.0%)19 (10.8%)
$20,000 to $24,99918 (9.9%)6 (3.4%)
$25,000 to $34,99920 (11.1%)37 (21.0%)
$35,000 to $49,99925 (13.8%)15 (8.5%)
$50,000 to $74,99911 (6.1%)16 (9.1%)
$75,000 to $99,99919 (10.5%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $149,99913 (7.2%)12 (6.8%)
$150,000 or more7 (3.9%)1 (0.6%)
Total181 (100.0%)176 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Tenaha

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Tenaha
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30040 (22.1%)13 (7.4%)
$300 to $49960 (33.2%)67 (38.1%)
$500 to $79928 (15.5%)39 (22.2%)
$800 to $99914 (7.7%)29 (16.5%)
$1,000 to $1,49935 (19.3%)0 (0.0%)
$1,500 to $1,9994 (2.2%)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%)
Total181 (100.0%)176 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Tenaha

Housing Structures in Tenaha

Housing Structures in Tenaha
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached15443.1%
Single Unit, Attached00.0%
2 Unit Apartments3610.1%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments5816.3%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments00.0%
10 or more Apartments00.0%
Mobile Home / Other10930.5%
Total357100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Tenaha

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Tenaha
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached119 (77.3%)35 (22.7%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)36 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)58 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mobile Home / Other62 (56.9%)47 (43.1%)
Total181 (50.7%)176 (49.3%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Tenaha

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Tenaha
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms0 (0.0%)32 (18.2%)
4 or 5 Rooms91 (50.3%)130 (73.9%)
6 or 7 Rooms72 (39.8%)12 (6.8%)
8 or more Rooms18 (9.9%)2 (1.1%)
Total181 (100.0%)176 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Tenaha

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Tenaha
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas46 (25.4%)50 (28.4%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas0 (0.0%)4 (2.3%)
Electricity133 (73.5%)122 (69.3%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels2 (1.1%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total181 (100.0%)176 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Tenaha

Household Vehicle Usage in Tenaha
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle5 (2.8%)80 (45.5%)
1 Vehicle48 (26.5%)51 (29.0%)
2 Vehicles54 (29.8%)35 (19.9%)
3 or more Vehicles74 (40.9%)10 (5.7%)
Total181 (100.0%)176 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Tenaha

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Tenaha

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units13150
Median Property Value$95,500$81,900
Median Household Income$25,694$7
Monthly Housing Costs$407$0
Real Estate Taxes--

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Tenaha

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Tenaha
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00028 (21.4%)5 (10.0%)
$50,000 to $99,99946 (35.1%)35 (70.0%)
$100,000 to $299,99953 (40.5%)10 (20.0%)
$300,000 to $499,9994 (3.0%)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%)
Total131 (100.0%)50 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Tenaha

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Tenaha
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00033 (25.2%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,99930 (22.9%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99920 (15.3%)23 (46.0%)
$35,000 to $49,99914 (10.7%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,9998 (6.1%)11 (22.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99915 (11.5%)3 (6.0%)
$100,000 to $149,99911 (8.4%)4 (8.0%)
$150,000 or more0 (0.0%)2 (4.0%)
Total131 (100.0%)50 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Tenaha

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Tenaha
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x45 (34.4%)35,833 (71,666.0%)
2.0x to 2.9x17 (13.0%)27 (54.0%)
3.0x to 3.9x9 (6.9%)0 (0.0%)
4.0x or more31 (23.7%)9 (18.0%)
Total131 (100.0%)50 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Tenaha

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Tenaha
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80061 (46.6%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49911 (8.4%)30 (60.0%)
$800 to $1,49948 (36.6%)11 (22.0%)
Total131 (100.0%)50 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Tenaha

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Tenaha

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Tenaha
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years52 (81.2%)12 (18.8%)
6 to 18 Years281 (80.7%)67 (19.3%)
19 to 25 Years74 (88.1%)10 (11.9%)
26 to 34 Years41 (46.1%)48 (53.9%)
35 to 44 Years69 (51.1%)66 (48.9%)
45 to 54 Years56 (43.1%)74 (56.9%)
55 to 64 Years84 (71.2%)34 (28.8%)
65 to 74 Years82 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older41 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total780 (71.5%)311 (28.5%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Tenaha

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Tenaha
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born52 (81.2%)12 (18.8%)
Foreign Born, Citizen281 (80.7%)67 (19.3%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen74 (88.1%)10 (11.9%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Tenaha

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Tenaha
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000294 (68.4%)136 (31.6%)
$25,000 to $49,999190 (76.6%)58 (23.4%)
$50,000 to $74,99997 (63.8%)55 (36.2%)
$75,000 to $99,99947 (79.7%)12 (20.3%)
$100,000 and over152 (75.2%)50 (24.7%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Tenaha

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Tenaha
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 646 (71.9%)6 (9.4%)
6 to 18 Years259 (74.4%)22 (6.3%)
19 to 25 Years10 (11.9%)64 (76.2%)
25 to 34 Years34 (38.2%)9 (10.1%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)69 (51.1%)
45 to 54 Years35 (26.9%)30 (23.1%)
55 to 64 Years32 (27.1%)61 (51.7%)
65 to 74 Years82 (100.0%)23 (28.1%)
75 Years and over41 (100.0%)13 (31.7%)
Total539 (49.4%)297 (27.2%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Tenaha

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Tenaha
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years23 (23.5%)11 (5.2%)
18 to 34 Years10 (7.5%)17 (20.2%)
35 to 64 Years3 (1.9%)33 (14.7%)
65 to 74 Years48 (96.0%)11 (34.4%)
75 Years and over16 (100.0%)17 (68.0%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Tenaha

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Tenaha: <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 Years10 (20.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over16 (100.0%)9 (36.0%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Tenaha: <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 Years3 (1.9%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)3 (12.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Tenaha: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years23 (23.5%)11 (5.2%)
18 to 34 Years10 (7.5%)17 (20.2%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)5 (2.2%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)1 (3.1%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Tenaha: <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 Years0 (0.0%)28 (12.5%)
65 to 74 Years38 (76.0%)11 (34.4%)
75 Years and over5 (31.2%)5 (20.0%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Tenaha: <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%)13 (5.8%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over5 (31.2%)3 (12.0%)

Technology Access in Tenaha

Computing Device Access in Tenaha

Computing Device Access in Tenaha
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop11933.3%
Smartphone30184.3%
Tablet11732.8%
No Computing Device4412.3%
Total357100.0%

Internet Access in Tenaha

Internet Access in Tenaha
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home12936.1%
Cellular Data Only15042.0%
Satellite Internet3910.9%
No Internet7821.8%
Total357100.0%

Tenaha Summary

History

The small town of Tenaha, Texas is located in the northeastern corner of Shelby County, Texas. It is situated on the banks of the Sabine River, which forms the border between Texas and Louisiana. The town was founded in 1882 and was named after a Choctaw Indian chief, Chief Tenaha. The town was originally a trading post and was a popular stop for travelers and settlers heading west.
The town was incorporated in 1887 and the first mayor was J.W. Smith. The town grew quickly and by the early 1900s, it had become a thriving community with a population of over 1,000 people. The town was home to several businesses, including a cotton gin, a sawmill, a gristmill, and a blacksmith shop.
The town was also home to several churches, including the First Baptist Church, which was founded in 1883. The town also had a school, which was established in 1884.
In the early 1900s, Tenaha was a major stop on the Texas and Pacific Railway. The railroad brought many new people to the town and helped to spur economic growth. The town also had a post office, which was established in 1887.
The town continued to grow and by the mid-1900s, it had become a major center for cotton production. The town was also home to several other businesses, including a bank, a grocery store, and a movie theater.
In the late 1900s, the town began to decline as the cotton industry moved away from the area. The population of the town began to decline as well, and by the 2000 census, the population had dropped to just over 1,000 people.

Geography

Tenaha is located in the northeastern corner of Shelby County, Texas. It is situated on the banks of the Sabine River, which forms the border between Texas and Louisiana. The town is located about 80 miles east of Dallas and about 40 miles west of Shreveport, Louisiana.
The town is located in a flat, open area of the state. The terrain is mostly flat with some rolling hills. The climate is humid subtropical, with hot summers and mild winters.

Economy

The economy of Tenaha is largely based on agriculture. The town is home to several cotton farms, as well as other crops such as corn, soybeans, and wheat. The town is also home to several businesses, including a bank, a grocery store, and a movie theater.
The town is also home to several manufacturing companies, including a furniture factory and a plastics factory. The town is also home to several oil and gas companies, which are involved in the exploration and production of oil and gas in the area.

Demographics

As of the 2000 census, the population of Tenaha was 1,072. The racial makeup of the town was 79.3% White, 17.2% African American, 0.7% Native American, 0.3% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, and 2.4% from other races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 4.2% of the population.
The median income for a household in the town was $25,625, and the median income for a family was $31,250. The per capita income for the town was $14,845. About 18.2% of families and 22.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 28.3% of those under age 18 and 15.2% of those age 65 or over.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Tenaha?
Total Population of Tenaha is 1,091.
What is the Total Male Population of Tenaha?
Total Male Population of Tenaha is 500.
What is the Total Female Population of Tenaha?
Total Female Population of Tenaha is 591.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Tenaha?
There are 84.60 Males per 100 Females in Tenaha.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Tenaha?
There are 118.20 Females per 100 Males in Tenaha.
What is the Median Population Age in Tenaha?
Median Population Age in Tenaha is 33.0 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Tenaha
Average Family Size in Tenaha is 3.8 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Tenaha
Average Household Size in Tenaha is 3.1 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Tenaha?
Per Capita income in Tenaha is $13,580.
What is the Median Family Income in Tenaha?
Median Family Income in Tenaha is $32,800.
What is the Median Household income in Tenaha?
Median Household Income in Tenaha is $24,702.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Tenaha?
Income or Wage Gap in Tenaha is 15.7%.
Women in Tenaha earn 84.3 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Tenaha?
Inequality or Gini Index in Tenaha is 0.51.
How Large is the Labor Force in Tenaha?
There are 341 People in the Labor Forcein in Tenaha.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Tenaha?
45.1% of People are in the Labor Force in Tenaha.