West, TX

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West Overview

2,577
TOTAL POPULATION
1,047
MALE POPULATION
1,530
FEMALE POPULATION
68.43
MALES / 100 FEMALES
146.13
FEMALES / 100 MALES
34.3
MEDIAN AGE
3.5
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.7
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$23,771
PER CAPITA INCOME
$63,750
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$51,875
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
19.2%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
80.8¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.43
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
1,082
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
56.0%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
2.1%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

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West Area Codes

Race in West

The most populous races in West are White / Caucasian (1,836 | 71.3%), Hispanic or Latino (612 | 23.7%), and Two or more Races (570 | 22.1%).
Race in West
Race# Population% Population
Asian60.2%
Black / African American1616.2%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino61223.7%
Native / Alaskan40.2%
White / Caucasian1,83671.3%
Two or more Races57022.1%
Some other Race00.0%
Total2,577100.0%

Ancestry in West

The most populous ancestries reported in West are Mexican (608 | 23.6%), Czech (404 | 15.7%), German (309 | 12.0%), English (183 | 7.1%), and Irish (170 | 6.6%), together accounting for 65.0% of all West residents.
Ancestry in West
Ancestry# Population% Population
African70.3%
American1365.3%
British30.1%
Cajun120.5%
Czech40415.7%
Czechoslovakian80.3%
Dutch140.5%
English1837.1%
European30.1%
French411.6%
German30912.0%
Irish1706.6%
Korean60.2%
Mexican60823.6%
Mexican American Indian100.4%
Polish281.1%
Puerto Rican40.2%
Romanian351.4%
Scotch-Irish532.1%
Scottish722.8%
Subsaharan African70.3%
Swedish230.9%
Swiss50.2%
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Immigrants in West

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in West came from Central America (145 | 5.6%), Latin America (145 | 5.6%), Mexico (145 | 5.6%), Africa (14 | 0.5%), and South Africa (7 | 0.3%), together accounting for 17.7% of all West residents.
Immigrants in West
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Africa140.5%
Central America1455.6%
Europe30.1%
Germany30.1%
Latin America1455.6%
Mexico1455.6%
South Africa70.3%
Western Europe30.1%
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Sex and Age in West

Sex and Age in West

The most populous age groups in West are Under 5 Years (152 | 14.5%) for men and 5 to 9 Years (228 | 14.9%) for women.
Sex and Age in West
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years152 (14.5%)32 (2.1%)
5 to 9 Years56 (5.3%)228 (14.9%)
10 to 14 Years61 (5.8%)94 (6.1%)
15 to 19 Years50 (4.8%)88 (5.8%)
20 to 24 Years63 (6.0%)199 (13.0%)
25 to 29 Years125 (11.9%)54 (3.5%)
30 to 34 Years52 (5.0%)52 (3.4%)
35 to 39 Years61 (5.8%)53 (3.5%)
40 to 44 Years69 (6.6%)118 (7.7%)
45 to 49 Years47 (4.5%)58 (3.8%)
50 to 54 Years11 (1.1%)28 (1.8%)
55 to 59 Years61 (5.8%)39 (2.5%)
60 to 64 Years105 (10.0%)106 (6.9%)
65 to 69 Years28 (2.7%)81 (5.3%)
70 to 74 Years17 (1.6%)65 (4.3%)
75 to 79 Years17 (1.6%)107 (7.0%)
80 to 84 Years64 (6.1%)40 (2.6%)
85 Years and over8 (0.8%)88 (5.8%)
Total1,047 (100.0%)1,530 (100.0%)

Families and Households in West

Median Family Size in West

The median family size in West is 3.51 persons per family, with married-couple families (354 | 65.6%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.85 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (58 | 10.7%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.29 persons per family.
Median Family Size in West
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple354 (65.6%)3.85
Single Male/Father58 (10.7%)2.29
Single Female/Mother128 (23.7%)3.12
Total Families540 (100.0%)3.51

Median Household Size in West

The median household size in West is 2.70 persons per household, with married-couple households (354 | 39.4%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.95 persons per household. non-family households (358 | 39.9%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.35 persons per household.
Median Household Size in West
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple354 (39.4%)3.95
Single Male/Father58 (6.5%)2.48
Single Female/Mother128 (14.2%)3.12
Non-family358 (39.9%)1.35
Total Households898 (100.0%)2.70

Household Size by Marriage Status in West

Out of a total of 898 households in West, 540 (60.1%) are family households, while 358 (39.9%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 230, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 283.
Household Size by Marriage Status in West
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-283 (31.5%)
2-Person Households230 (25.6%)55 (6.1%)
3-Person Households104 (11.6%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households86 (9.6%)20 (2.2%)
5-Person Households58 (6.5%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households62 (6.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total540 (60.1%)358 (39.9%)

Female Fertility in West

Fertility by Age in West

Average fertility rate in West is 75.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 15 to 19 years have the highest fertility rate with 170.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 53.2% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in West
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years15 (31.9%)170.0
20 to 34 years25 (53.2%)82.0
35 to 50 years7 (14.9%)30.0
Total47 (100.0%)75.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in West

53.2% of women with births (47) in West are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 15 to 19 years age bracket with 100.0% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 20 to 34 years age bracket with 0.0% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in West
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)15 (100.0%)
20 to 34 years25 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)7 (100.0%)
Total25 (53.2%)22 (46.8%)

Fertility by Education in West

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in West
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School15 (31.9%)103.0
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0.0
College or Associate's Degree8 (17.0%)35.0
Bachelor's Degree24 (51.1%)279.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total47 (100.0%)75.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in West

46.8% of women with births in West are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree are most likely to be married with 83.3% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of less than high school are least likely to be married with 100.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in West
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)15 (100.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree5 (62.5%)3 (37.5%)
Bachelor's Degree20 (83.3%)4 (16.7%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total25 (53.2%)22 (46.8%)

Income in West

Income Overview in West

Per Capita Income in West is $23,771, while median incomes of families and households are $63,750 and $51,875 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income2,577$23,771
Median Family Income540$63,750
Mean Family Income540$81,962
Median Household Income898$51,875
Mean Household Income898$64,795
Income Deficit540$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)2,57719.22%
Wage / Income Gap ($)2,57780.78¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index2,5770.43

Earnings by Sex in West

Average Earnings in West are $32,444, $37,139 for men and $30,000 for women, a difference of 19.2%.
Earnings by Sex in West
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male523 (47.3%)$37,139
Female582 (52.7%)$30,000
Total1,105 (100.0%)$32,444

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in West

The most common earnings brackets in West are $65,000 to $74,999 for men (61 | 11.7%) and $35,000 to $39,999 for women (97 | 16.7%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in West
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less5 (1.0%)10 (1.7%)
$2,500 to $4,99921 (4.0%)6 (1.0%)
$5,000 to $7,49922 (4.2%)26 (4.5%)
$7,500 to $9,99924 (4.6%)27 (4.6%)
$10,000 to $12,49946 (8.8%)53 (9.1%)
$12,500 to $14,9993 (0.6%)23 (4.0%)
$15,000 to $17,4994 (0.8%)46 (7.9%)
$17,500 to $19,99915 (2.9%)26 (4.5%)
$20,000 to $22,4990 (0.0%)41 (7.0%)
$22,500 to $24,99912 (2.3%)3 (0.5%)
$25,000 to $29,99944 (8.4%)30 (5.1%)
$30,000 to $34,99927 (5.2%)52 (8.9%)
$35,000 to $39,99951 (9.8%)97 (16.7%)
$40,000 to $44,99929 (5.5%)22 (3.8%)
$45,000 to $49,99915 (2.9%)25 (4.3%)
$50,000 to $54,99911 (2.1%)7 (1.2%)
$55,000 to $64,99944 (8.4%)36 (6.2%)
$65,000 to $74,99961 (11.7%)24 (4.1%)
$75,000 to $99,99956 (10.7%)17 (2.9%)
$100,000+33 (6.3%)11 (1.9%)
Total523 (100.0%)582 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in West

Average earnings in West are $43,636 for men and $37,500 for women, a difference of 14.1%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $80,673, while those with college or associate's degree education earn the least with $38,958. Women with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $56,528, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $28,250.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in West
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$70,625$30,352
College or Associate's Degree$38,958$37,386
Bachelor's Degree$61,563$56,528
Graduate Degree$80,673$38,929
Total$43,636$37,500

Family Income in West

Family Income Brackets in West

According to the West family income data, there are 144 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 26.7% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 3 families (0.6%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in West
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,000224.1%
$10,000 to $14,99930.6%
$15,000 to $24,999346.3%
$25,000 to $34,9996311.7%
$35,000 to $49,9998215.2%
$50,000 to $74,9999417.4%
$75,000 to $99,9995910.9%
$100,000 to $149,99914426.7%
$150,000 to $199,999315.7%
$200,000+81.5%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in West

4-person families (79 | 14.6%) account for the highest median family income in West with $132,708 per family, while 4-person families (79 | 14.6%) have the highest median income of $33,177 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in West
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families233 (43.1%)$49,417
3-Person Families124 (23.0%)$0
4-Person Families79 (14.6%)$132,708
5-Person Families42 (7.8%)$89,583
6-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
7+ Person Families62 (11.5%)$0
Total540 (100.0%)$63,750

Family Income by Number of Earners in West

The median family income in West is $63,750, with families comprising 3+ earners (67) having the highest median family income of $143,125, while families with no earners (85) have the lowest median family income of $42,250, accounting for 12.4% and 15.7% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in West
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners85 (15.7%)$42,250
1 Earner215 (39.8%)$48,083
2 Earners173 (32.0%)$94,712
3+ Earners67 (12.4%)$143,125
Total540 (100.0%)$63,750

Household Income in West

Household Income Brackets in West

With 164 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in West, accounting for 18.3% of all households. In contrast, only 8 households (0.9%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in West
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000859.5%
$10,000 to $14,999374.1%
$15,000 to $24,999879.7%
$25,000 to $34,9999510.6%
$35,000 to $49,99913615.1%
$50,000 to $74,99916418.3%
$75,000 to $99,99910411.6%
$100,000 to $149,99914716.4%
$150,000 to $199,999353.9%
$200,000+80.9%

Household Income by Householder Age in West

The median household income in West is $51,875, with the highest median household income of $70,833 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 246 households (27.4%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 58 households (6.5%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in West
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years58 (6.5%)$0
25 to 44 Years292 (32.5%)$54,091
45 to 64 Years246 (27.4%)$70,833
65+ Years302 (33.6%)$35,556
Total898 (100.0%)$51,875

Poverty in West

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in West

With 18.6% poverty level for males and 13.4% for females among the residents of West, 5 year old males and 18 to 24 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 13 males (52.0%) and 69 females (30.7%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in West
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years37 (27.8%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years13 (52.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years17 (24.6%)7 (2.9%)
12 to 14 Years5 (21.7%)4 (5.6%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)9 (16.4%)
18 to 24 Years20 (21.3%)69 (30.7%)
25 to 34 Years47 (26.6%)21 (19.8%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)26 (15.2%)
45 to 54 Years8 (13.8%)4 (4.6%)
55 to 64 Years13 (8.2%)8 (5.8%)
65 to 74 Years4 (8.9%)7 (5.7%)
75 Years and over23 (31.5%)30 (22.1%)
Total187 (18.6%)185 (13.4%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in West

According to the poverty statistics in West, males aged 15 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 West
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years96 (72.2%)16 (100.0%)
5 Years12 (48.0%)4 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years52 (75.4%)239 (97.2%)
12 to 14 Years18 (78.3%)68 (94.4%)
15 Years14 (100.0%)7 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years5 (100.0%)46 (83.6%)
18 to 24 Years74 (78.7%)156 (69.3%)
25 to 34 Years130 (73.5%)85 (80.2%)
35 to 44 Years130 (100.0%)145 (84.8%)
45 to 54 Years50 (86.2%)82 (95.4%)
55 to 64 Years145 (91.8%)130 (94.2%)
65 to 74 Years41 (91.1%)117 (94.4%)
75 Years and over50 (68.5%)106 (77.9%)
Total817 (81.4%)1,201 (86.7%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in West

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in West show that 6.8% or 24 of the total 354 families live below the poverty line. Families with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate of 17.6%, comprising of 21 families. On the other hand, families with 3 or 4 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in West
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children160 (98.2%)3 (1.8%)
1 or 2 Children98 (82.4%)21 (17.6%)
3 or 4 Children10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children62 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total330 (93.2%)24 (6.8%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in West

According to the poverty data in West, 12.1% or 7 single-father households and 30.5% or 39 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 7 households (70.0%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 39 households (60.0%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in West
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children7 (70.0%)39 (60.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total7 (12.1%)39 (30.5%)

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

The poverty data for West shows that 24 of the married-couple family households (6.8%) and 46 of the single-parent households (24.7%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 21 households (17.6%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 46 household (61.3%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in West
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children3 (1.8%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children21 (17.6%)46 (61.3%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total24 (6.8%)46 (24.7%)

Employment Characteristics in West

Employment by Class of Employer in West

Among the 1,045 employed individuals in West, private company employees (748 | 71.6%), not-for-profit organizations (154 | 14.7%), and local government employees (60 | 5.7%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in West
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees74871.6%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)232.2%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)171.6%
Not-for-profit Organizations15414.7%
Local Government Employees605.7%
State Government Employees212.0%
Federal Government Employees181.7%
Unpaid Family Workers40.4%
Total1,045100.0%

Employment Status by Age in West

According to the labor force statistics for West, out of the total population over 16 years of age (1,933), 56.0% or 1,082 individuals are in the labor force, with 2.1% or 23 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 30 to 34 years, with 91.3% or 95 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 45 to 54 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 11.3% or 12 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in West
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years75 (64.1%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years157 (59.9%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years151 (84.4%)5 (3.3%)
30 to 34 Years95 (91.3%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years252 (83.7%)6 (2.4%)
45 to 54 Years106 (73.6%)12 (11.3%)
55 to 59 Years70 (70.0%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years140 (66.4%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years36 (18.8%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,082 (56.0%)23 (2.1%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in West

According to labor force statistics for West, 78.3% of individuals (814) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (1,039) are in the labor force, with 2.9% or 24 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of college / associate degree, with 84.9% or 270 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 7.1% or 12 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in West
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School168 (70.6%)17 (7.1%)
High School Diploma201 (73.1%)0 (0.0%)
College / Associate Degree270 (84.9%)3 (1.1%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher175 (84.1%)10 (4.7%)
Total814 (78.3%)30 (2.9%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in West

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in West are Community & Social Service (70 | 6.7%), Management (55 | 5.2%), Education, Arts & Media (52 | 4.9%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (48 | 4.6%), and Business & Financial (29 | 2.8%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in West

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in West, the most male-oriented occupations are Management (81.8%), Business & Financial (51.7%), and Health Technologists (33.3%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Computers, Engineering & Science (100.0%), Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), and Education Instruction & Library (100.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in West
OccupationMaleFemale
Management45 (81.8%)10 (18.2%)
Business & Financial15 (51.7%)14 (48.3%)
Computers, Engineering & Science0 (0.0%)29 (100.0%)
Computers & Mathematics0 (0.0%)29 (100.0%)
Architecture & Engineering0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 3 (4.3%)67 (95.7%)
Education, Arts & Media3 (5.8%)49 (94.2%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library0 (0.0%)18 (100.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating8 (16.7%)40 (83.3%)
Health Technologists8 (33.3%)16 (66.7%)
Total (Category)71 (30.7%)160 (69.3%)
Total (Overall)497 (47.2%)555 (52.8%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in West are Food Preparation & Serving (123 | 11.7%), Security & Protection (55 | 5.2%), Healthcare Support (42 | 4.0%), Firefighting & Prevention (38 | 3.6%), and Personal Care & Service (23 | 2.2%).
Services Occupations in West

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in West, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (100.0%), Cleaning & Maintenance (100.0%), and Food Preparation & Serving (51.2%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), and Personal Care & Service (82.6%).
Services Occupations by Sex in West
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)42 (100.0%)
Security & Protection17 (30.9%)38 (69.1%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)38 (100.0%)
Law Enforcement17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving63 (51.2%)60 (48.8%)
Cleaning & Maintenance10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Personal Care & Service4 (17.4%)19 (82.6%)
Total (Category)94 (37.1%)159 (62.8%)
Total (Overall)497 (47.2%)555 (52.8%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in West are Sales & Related (166 | 15.8%), and Office & Administration (103 | 9.8%).
Sales and Office Occupations in West

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in West
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related63 (38.0%)103 (62.1%)
Office & Administration13 (12.6%)90 (87.4%)
Total (Category)76 (28.2%)193 (71.8%)
Total (Overall)497 (47.2%)555 (52.8%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in West are Construction & Extraction (57 | 5.4%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (9 | 0.9%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in West

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in West
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction57 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)66 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)497 (47.2%)555 (52.8%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in West are Production (141 | 13.4%), Transportation (55 | 5.2%), and Material Moving (37 | 3.5%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in West

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in West
OccupationMaleFemale
Production108 (76.6%)33 (23.4%)
Transportation55 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving27 (73.0%)10 (27.0%)
Total (Category)190 (81.6%)43 (18.4%)
Total (Overall)497 (47.2%)555 (52.8%)

Employment Industries by Sex in West

Employment Industries in West

The major employment industries in West include Manufacturing (200 | 19.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (163 | 15.5%), Retail Trade (160 | 15.2%), Accommodation & Food Services (121 | 11.5%), and Educational Services (91 | 8.6%).
Employment Industries in West

Employment Industries by Sex in West

The West industries that see more men than women are Construction (100.0%), Wholesale Trade (100.0%), and Transportation & Warehousing (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Information (100.0%), Professional & Scientific (100.0%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (89.6%).
Employment Industries by Sex in West
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction58 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing152 (76.0%)48 (24.0%)
Wholesale Trade3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade77 (48.1%)83 (51.9%)
Transportation & Warehousing19 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)
Finance & Insurance7 (14.6%)41 (85.4%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing21 (80.8%)5 (19.2%)
Professional & Scientific0 (0.0%)16 (100.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support14 (17.5%)66 (82.5%)
Educational Services27 (29.7%)64 (70.3%)
Health Care & Social Assistance17 (10.4%)146 (89.6%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services63 (52.1%)58 (47.9%)
Public Administration33 (89.2%)4 (10.8%)
Total497 (47.2%)555 (52.8%)

Education in West

School Enrollment in West

The most common levels of schooling among the 672 students in West are elementary school (245 | 36.5%), college / undergraduate (145 | 21.6%), and middle school (122 | 18.1%).
School Enrollment in West
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool142.1%
Kindergarten507.4%
Elementary School24536.5%
Middle School12218.1%
High School8813.1%
College / Undergraduate14521.6%
Graduate / Professional81.2%
Total672100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in West

Out of a total of 672 students who are enrolled in schools in West, 88 (13.1%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 584 (86.9%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 35 years and over has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 18 (81.8% 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 14 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in West
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds14 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old226 (81.6%)51 (18.4%)
10 to 14 Year Olds152 (98.1%)3 (1.9%)
15 to 17 Year Olds65 (80.2%)16 (19.8%)
18 to 19 Year Olds37 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds86 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over4 (18.2%)18 (81.8%)
Total584 (86.9%)88 (13.1%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in West

Education (54 | 18.9%), business (52 | 18.2%), visual & performing arts (49 | 17.1%), bio, nature & agricultural (25 | 8.7%), and science & technology (24 | 8.4%) are the most common fields of study among 286 individuals in West who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in West
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics00.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural258.7%
Physical & Health Sciences134.5%
Psychology31.1%
Social Sciences124.2%
Engineering134.5%
Multidisciplinary Studies165.6%
Science & Technology248.4%
Business5218.2%
Education5418.9%
Literature & Languages00.0%
Liberal Arts & History51.8%
Visual & Performing Arts4917.1%
Communications41.4%
Arts & Humanities165.6%
Total286100.0%

Transportation & Commute in West

Vehicle Availability by Sex in West

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in West are males with 2 vehicles (234, accounting for 46.8%) and females with 2 vehicles (236, making up 42.9%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in West
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle71 (14.2%)160 (29.4%)
2 Vehicles234 (46.8%)236 (43.3%)
3 Vehicles94 (18.8%)79 (14.5%)
4 Vehicles78 (15.6%)65 (11.9%)
5 or more Vehicles23 (4.6%)5 (0.9%)
Total500 (100.0%)545 (100.0%)

Commute Time in West

The most frequently occuring commute durations in West are 30 to 34 minutes (202 commuters, 21.0%), 5 to 9 minutes (148 commuters, 15.4%), and 20 to 24 minutes (126 commuters, 13.1%).
Commute Time in West
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes10711.2%
5 to 9 Minutes14815.4%
10 to 14 Minutes636.6%
15 to 19 Minutes808.3%
20 to 24 Minutes12613.1%
25 to 29 Minutes808.3%
30 to 34 Minutes20221.0%
35 to 39 Minutes181.9%
40 to 44 Minutes141.5%
45 to 59 Minutes161.7%
60 to 89 Minutes858.8%
90 or more Minutes212.2%

Commute Time by Sex in West

The most common commute times in West are 30 to 34 minutes (82 commuters, 17.2%) for males and 30 to 34 minutes (120 commuters, 24.8%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in West
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes57 (12.0%)50 (10.3%)
5 to 9 Minutes69 (14.5%)79 (16.3%)
10 to 14 Minutes26 (5.5%)37 (7.6%)
15 to 19 Minutes23 (4.8%)57 (11.8%)
20 to 24 Minutes45 (9.5%)81 (16.7%)
25 to 29 Minutes64 (13.5%)16 (3.3%)
30 to 34 Minutes82 (17.2%)120 (24.8%)
35 to 39 Minutes12 (2.5%)6 (1.2%)
40 to 44 Minutes14 (2.9%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes6 (1.3%)10 (2.1%)
60 to 89 Minutes61 (12.8%)24 (5.0%)
90 or more Minutes17 (3.6%)4 (0.8%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in West

The most frequent times of departure to work in West are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (99, 20.8%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (88, 18.2%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in West
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM36 (7.6%)27 (5.6%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM28 (5.9%)7 (1.5%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM31 (6.5%)19 (3.9%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM42 (8.8%)30 (6.2%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM46 (9.7%)30 (6.2%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM99 (20.8%)57 (11.8%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM28 (5.9%)88 (18.2%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM21 (4.4%)25 (5.2%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM7 (1.5%)17 (3.5%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM16 (3.4%)42 (8.7%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM8 (1.7%)22 (4.5%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM50 (10.5%)49 (10.1%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM64 (13.5%)71 (14.7%)
Total476 (100.0%)484 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in West

Occupancy by Ownership in West

Of the total 898 dwellings in West, owner-occupied units account for 542 (60.4%), while renter-occupied units make up 356 (39.6%).
Occupancy by Ownership in West
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units54260.4%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units35639.6%
Total Occupied Housing Units898100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in West

Occupancy by Household Size in West
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household28331.5%
2-Person Household28531.7%
3-Person Household10411.6%
4+ Person Household22625.2%
Total Housing Units898100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in West

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in West
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household193 (68.2%)90 (31.8%)
2-Person Household131 (46.0%)154 (54.0%)
3-Person Household47 (45.2%)57 (54.8%)
4+ Person Household171 (75.7%)55 (24.3%)
Total Housing Units542 (60.4%)356 (39.6%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in West

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in West
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School91 (46.9%)103 (53.1%)
High School Diploma170 (63.7%)97 (36.3%)
College/Associate Degree117 (47.0%)132 (53.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher164 (87.2%)24 (12.8%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in West

Occupancy by Age of Householder in West
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years16718.6%
35 to 44 Years18320.4%
45 to 54 Years9210.2%
55 to 64 Years15417.2%
65 to 74 Years12714.1%
75 to 84 Years15317.0%
85 Years and Over222.5%
Total898100.0%

Housing Finances in West

Median Income by Occupancy in West

Median Income by Occupancy in West
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied542 (60.4%)$61,667
Renter-Occupied356 (39.6%)$40,227
Average898 (100.0%)$51,875

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in West

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in West
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00022 (4.1%)7 (2.0%)
$5,000 to $9,99917 (3.1%)39 (11.0%)
$10,000 to $14,99926 (4.8%)11 (3.1%)
$15,000 to $19,99916 (2.9%)50 (14.0%)
$20,000 to $24,9998 (1.5%)13 (3.6%)
$25,000 to $34,99968 (12.6%)27 (7.6%)
$35,000 to $49,99960 (11.1%)76 (21.3%)
$50,000 to $74,99996 (17.7%)68 (19.1%)
$75,000 to $99,99948 (8.9%)56 (15.7%)
$100,000 to $149,999141 (26.0%)6 (1.7%)
$150,000 or more40 (7.4%)3 (0.8%)
Total542 (100.0%)356 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in West

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in West
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30059 (10.9%)3 (0.8%)
$300 to $49976 (14.0%)27 (7.6%)
$500 to $799137 (25.3%)100 (28.1%)
$800 to $99931 (5.7%)45 (12.6%)
$1,000 to $1,49971 (13.1%)92 (25.8%)
$1,500 to $1,999122 (22.5%)36 (10.1%)
$2,000 to $2,49946 (8.5%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total542 (100.0%)356 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in West

Housing Structures in West

Housing Structures in West
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached80489.5%
Single Unit, Attached00.0%
2 Unit Apartments262.9%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments475.2%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments00.0%
10 or more Apartments121.3%
Mobile Home / Other91.0%
Total898100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in West

Housing Structures by Occupancy in West
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached533 (66.3%)271 (33.7%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)26 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)47 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)12 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total542 (60.4%)356 (39.6%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in West

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in West
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms16 (2.9%)37 (10.4%)
4 or 5 Rooms195 (36.0%)216 (60.7%)
6 or 7 Rooms191 (35.2%)95 (26.7%)
8 or more Rooms140 (25.8%)8 (2.2%)
Total542 (100.0%)356 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in West

Housing Structure by Heating Type in West
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas307 (56.6%)194 (54.5%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity235 (43.4%)162 (45.5%)
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%)
Total542 (100.0%)356 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in West

Household Vehicle Usage in West
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle25 (4.6%)23 (6.5%)
1 Vehicle177 (32.7%)153 (43.0%)
2 Vehicles201 (37.1%)135 (37.9%)
3 or more Vehicles139 (25.7%)45 (12.6%)
Total542 (100.0%)356 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in West

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in West

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units289253
Median Property Value$130,200$171,100
Median Household Income$42,917$20
Monthly Housing Costs$515$0
Real Estate Taxes$1,943$0

Property Value by Mortgage Status in West

Property Value by Mortgage Status in West
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00030 (10.4%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $99,99968 (23.5%)29 (11.5%)
$100,000 to $299,999183 (63.3%)190 (75.1%)
$300,000 to $499,9995 (1.7%)30 (11.9%)
$500,000 to $749,9993 (1.0%)4 (1.6%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total289 (100.0%)253 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in West

Household Income by Mortgage Status in West
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00039 (13.5%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,99950 (17.3%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99950 (17.3%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $49,99916 (5.5%)18 (7.1%)
$50,000 to $74,99970 (24.2%)44 (17.4%)
$75,000 to $99,99928 (9.7%)26 (10.3%)
$100,000 to $149,99916 (5.5%)20 (7.9%)
$150,000 or more20 (6.9%)125 (49.4%)
Total289 (100.0%)253 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in West

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in West
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x81 (28.0%)118,036 (46,654.6%)
2.0x to 2.9x44 (15.2%)119 (47.0%)
3.0x to 3.9x25 (8.6%)79 (31.2%)
4.0x or more120 (41.5%)31 (12.2%)
Total289 (100.0%)253 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in West

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in West
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80017 (5.9%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49964 (22.2%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,499182 (63.0%)23 (9.1%)
Total289 (100.0%)253 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in West

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in West

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in West
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years213 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years466 (89.8%)53 (10.2%)
19 to 25 Years193 (63.7%)110 (36.3%)
26 to 34 Years223 (82.3%)48 (17.7%)
35 to 44 Years237 (80.6%)57 (19.4%)
45 to 54 Years115 (79.9%)29 (20.1%)
55 to 64 Years243 (82.1%)53 (17.9%)
65 to 74 Years159 (94.1%)10 (5.9%)
75 Years and older209 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,058 (85.1%)360 (14.9%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in West

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in West
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born213 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen466 (89.8%)53 (10.2%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen193 (63.7%)110 (36.3%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in West

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in West
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000264 (83.5%)52 (16.5%)
$25,000 to $49,999378 (76.5%)116 (23.5%)
$50,000 to $74,999256 (70.1%)109 (29.9%)
$75,000 to $99,999330 (87.5%)47 (12.5%)
$100,000 and over830 (95.8%)36 (4.2%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in West

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in West
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 6164 (77.0%)111 (52.1%)
6 to 18 Years381 (73.4%)321 (61.9%)
19 to 25 Years39 (12.9%)154 (50.8%)
25 to 34 Years59 (21.8%)164 (60.5%)
35 to 44 Years77 (26.2%)209 (71.1%)
45 to 54 Years22 (15.3%)98 (68.1%)
55 to 64 Years35 (11.8%)211 (71.3%)
65 to 74 Years150 (88.8%)115 (68.0%)
75 Years and over209 (100.0%)115 (55.0%)
Total1,136 (47.0%)1,498 (62.0%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in West

Disability Status by Sex by Age in West
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years17 (12.5%)19 (5.0%)
18 to 34 Years7 (2.6%)19 (5.7%)
35 to 64 Years133 (38.8%)92 (23.5%)
65 to 74 Years15 (33.3%)43 (34.7%)
75 Years and over31 (42.5%)93 (68.4%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in West

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in West: <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 Years62 (18.1%)12 (3.1%)
65 to 74 Years10 (22.2%)4 (3.2%)
75 Years and over14 (19.2%)29 (21.3%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in West: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)15 (3.9%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years48 (14.0%)28 (7.2%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)4 (3.2%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)33 (24.3%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in West: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years17 (12.5%)19 (5.0%)
18 to 34 Years7 (2.6%)19 (5.7%)
35 to 64 Years61 (17.8%)19 (4.9%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)10 (8.1%)
75 Years and over13 (17.8%)25 (18.4%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in West: <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 Years33 (9.6%)64 (16.4%)
65 to 74 Years9 (20.0%)33 (26.6%)
75 Years and over22 (30.1%)64 (47.1%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in West: <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 Years5 (1.5%)14 (3.6%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)16 (12.9%)
75 Years and over8 (11.0%)14 (10.3%)

Technology Access in West

Computing Device Access in West

Computing Device Access in West
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop57163.6%
Smartphone64671.9%
Tablet38643.0%
No Computing Device15917.7%
Total898100.0%

Internet Access in West

Internet Access in West
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home42547.3%
Cellular Data Only23826.5%
Satellite Internet12814.2%
No Internet16818.7%
Total898100.0%

West Summary

West, Texas is a small town located in McLennan County, Texas, United States. It is situated approximately 20 miles north of Waco and is part of the Waco Metropolitan Statistical Area. The town was founded in 1881 and has a population of 2,807 as of the 2010 census.

History

West, Texas was founded in 1881 by a group of German immigrants who had settled in the area. The town was named after a local rancher, Thomas West. The town was incorporated in 1882 and the first mayor was elected in 1883.
The town grew rapidly in the late 19th century and early 20th century due to the booming cotton industry. The town was home to several cotton gins and a cottonseed oil mill. The town also had a number of businesses, including a bank, a hotel, a drug store, a blacksmith shop, and a livery stable.
In the early 20th century, the town began to decline as the cotton industry declined. The town was hit hard by the Great Depression and many businesses closed. The town was further impacted by the Dust Bowl of the 1930s.
In the 1950s, the town began to experience a resurgence as the oil and gas industry began to boom in the area. The town was also home to a number of manufacturing plants, including a cement plant and a fertilizer plant.

Geography

West, Texas is located in McLennan County, Texas, approximately 20 miles north of Waco. The town is situated at the intersection of Interstate 35 and State Highway 6. The town is located in the Central Texas region and is part of the Waco Metropolitan Statistical Area.
The town has a total area of 2.2 square miles, all of which is land. The town is located in a flat, open area and is surrounded by farmland. The town is located near the Bosque River, which flows through the area.

Economy

West, Texas is a small, rural town and the economy is largely based on agriculture and oil and gas production. The town is home to several oil and gas companies, including Chevron, ExxonMobil, and ConocoPhillips. The town is also home to a number of manufacturing plants, including a cement plant and a fertilizer plant.
The town is also home to a number of small businesses, including restaurants, retail stores, and service providers. The town is also home to a number of churches and schools.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, West, Texas had a population of 2,807. The racial makeup of the town was 79.3% White, 15.2% Hispanic or Latino, 1.7% African American, 0.7% Native American, 0.3% Asian, and 2.9% from other races.
The median household income in West, Texas was $37,917 and the median family income was $45,938. The per capita income was $19,945. The town had a poverty rate of 17.3%.

Conclusion

West, Texas is a small town located in McLennan County, Texas, United States. The town was founded in 1881 and has a population of 2,807 as of the 2010 census. The town is largely based on agriculture and oil and gas production. The town is home to several oil and gas companies, manufacturing plants, and small businesses. The town has a population that is 79.3% White, 15.2% Hispanic or Latino, 1.7% African American, 0.7% Native American, 0.3% Asian, and 2.9% from other races. The median household income in West, Texas was $37,917 and the median family income was $45,938. The per capita income was $19,945. The town had a poverty rate of 17.3%.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of West?
Total Population of West is 2,577.
What is the Total Male Population of West?
Total Male Population of West is 1,047.
What is the Total Female Population of West?
Total Female Population of West is 1,530.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in West?
There are 68.43 Males per 100 Females in West.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in West?
There are 146.13 Females per 100 Males in West.
What is the Median Population Age in West?
Median Population Age in West is 34.3 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in West
Average Family Size in West is 3.5 People.
What is the Average Household Size in West
Average Household Size in West is 2.7 People.
What is Per Capita Income in West?
Per Capita income in West is $23,771.
What is the Median Family Income in West?
Median Family Income in West is $63,750.
What is the Median Household income in West?
Median Household Income in West is $51,875.
What is Income or Wage Gap in West?
Income or Wage Gap in West is 19.2%.
Women in West earn 80.8 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in West?
Inequality or Gini Index in West is 0.43.
How Large is the Labor Force in West?
There are 1,082 People in the Labor Forcein in West.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in West?
56.0% of People are in the Labor Force in West.
What is the Unemployment Rate in West?
Unemployment Rate in West is 2.1%.