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Willis Overview

6,561
TOTAL POPULATION
3,645
MALE POPULATION
2,916
FEMALE POPULATION
125.00
MALES / 100 FEMALES
80.00
FEMALES / 100 MALES
39.5
MEDIAN AGE
3.4
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.8
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$22,060
PER CAPITA INCOME
$65,565
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$55,876
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
31.5%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
68.5¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.35
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
3,389
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
63.7%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
8.5%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Willis Zip Codes

Willis Area Codes

Race in Willis

The most populous races in Willis are White / Caucasian (4,456 | 67.9%), Hispanic or Latino (3,119 | 47.5%), and Two or more Races (1,374 | 20.9%).
Race in Willis
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American1642.5%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino3,11947.5%
Native / Alaskan1522.3%
White / Caucasian4,45667.9%
Two or more Races1,37420.9%
Some other Race4156.3%
Total6,561100.0%

Ancestry in Willis

The most populous ancestries reported in Willis are Mexican (2,328 | 35.5%), English (745 | 11.4%), German (728 | 11.1%), Irish (480 | 7.3%), and Polish (407 | 6.2%), together accounting for 71.5% of all Willis residents.
Ancestry in Willis
Ancestry# Population% Population
American731.1%
Celtic360.5%
Central American2493.8%
Cherokee100.2%
Colombian2293.5%
Czech150.2%
Dutch1522.3%
Dutch West Indian1943.0%
English74511.4%
European170.3%
French420.6%
German72811.1%
Honduran320.5%
Irish4807.3%
Italian490.7%
Mexican2,32835.5%
Mexican American Indian1522.3%
Norwegian641.0%
Polish4076.2%
Puerto Rican831.3%
Salvadoran2173.3%
Scottish911.4%
South American2293.5%
Spanish200.3%
Swedish2393.6%
Swiss210.3%
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Immigrants in Willis

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Willis came from Latin America (1,181 | 18.0%), Central America (1,142 | 17.4%), Mexico (893 | 13.6%), El Salvador (217 | 3.3%), and Colombia (39 | 0.6%), together accounting for 52.9% of all Willis residents.
Immigrants in Willis
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Central America1,14217.4%
Colombia390.6%
El Salvador2173.3%
Honduras320.5%
Latin America1,18118.0%
Mexico89313.6%
South America390.6%
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Sex and Age in Willis

Sex and Age in Willis

The most populous age groups in Willis are 60 to 64 Years (498 | 13.7%) for men and 65 to 69 Years (432 | 14.8%) for women.
Sex and Age in Willis
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years303 (8.3%)79 (2.7%)
5 to 9 Years199 (5.5%)142 (4.9%)
10 to 14 Years91 (2.5%)427 (14.6%)
15 to 19 Years137 (3.8%)52 (1.8%)
20 to 24 Years421 (11.6%)189 (6.5%)
25 to 29 Years318 (8.7%)177 (6.1%)
30 to 34 Years205 (5.6%)69 (2.4%)
35 to 39 Years224 (6.1%)383 (13.1%)
40 to 44 Years318 (8.7%)144 (4.9%)
45 to 49 Years323 (8.9%)168 (5.8%)
50 to 54 Years117 (3.2%)97 (3.3%)
55 to 59 Years115 (3.2%)145 (5.0%)
60 to 64 Years498 (13.7%)267 (9.2%)
65 to 69 Years236 (6.5%)432 (14.8%)
70 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)78 (2.7%)
75 to 79 Years127 (3.5%)47 (1.6%)
80 to 84 Years0 (0.0%)8 (0.3%)
85 Years and over13 (0.4%)12 (0.4%)
Total3,645 (100.0%)2,916 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Willis

Median Family Size in Willis

The median family size in Willis is 3.38 persons per family, with married-couple families (1,313 | 78.5%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.54 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (123 | 7.4%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.38 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Willis
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple1,313 (78.5%)3.54
Single Male/Father123 (7.4%)2.38
Single Female/Mother236 (14.1%)3.05
Total Families1,672 (100.0%)3.38

Median Household Size in Willis

The median household size in Willis is 2.76 persons per household, with married-couple households (1,313 | 55.8%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.54 persons per household. non-family households (679 | 28.9%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.19 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Willis
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple1,313 (55.8%)3.54
Single Male/Father123 (5.2%)2.38
Single Female/Mother236 (10.0%)3.12
Non-family679 (28.9%)1.19
Total Households2,351 (100.0%)2.76

Household Size by Marriage Status in Willis

Out of a total of 2,351 households in Willis, 1,672 (71.1%) are family households, while 679 (28.9%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 848, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 600.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Willis
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-600 (25.5%)
2-Person Households848 (36.1%)55 (2.3%)
3-Person Households220 (9.4%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households260 (11.1%)24 (1.0%)
5-Person Households230 (9.8%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households55 (2.3%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households59 (2.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,672 (71.1%)679 (28.9%)

Female Fertility in Willis

Fertility by Age in Willis

Average fertility rate in Willis is 122.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 35 to 50 years have the highest fertility rate with 201.0 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 Willis
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 years151 (100.0%)201.0
Total151 (100.0%)122.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Willis

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Willis
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years151 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total151 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in Willis

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Willis
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School151 (100.0%)376.0
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
Total151 (100.0%)122.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Willis

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Willis
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School151 (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%)
Total151 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in Willis

Income Overview in Willis

Per Capita Income in Willis is $22,060, while median incomes of families and households are $65,565 and $55,876 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income6,561$22,060
Median Family Income1,672$65,565
Mean Family Income1,672$65,725
Median Household Income2,351$55,876
Mean Household Income2,351$59,111
Income Deficit1,672$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)6,56131.48%
Wage / Income Gap ($)6,56168.52¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index6,5610.35

Earnings by Sex in Willis

Average Earnings in Willis are $31,536, $35,409 for men and $24,262 for women, a difference of 31.5%.
Earnings by Sex in Willis
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male2,160 (67.1%)$35,409
Female1,057 (32.9%)$24,262
Total3,217 (100.0%)$31,536

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Willis

The most common earnings brackets in Willis are $35,000 to $39,999 for men (310 | 14.3%) and $25,000 to $29,999 for women (122 | 11.5%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Willis
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less48 (2.2%)67 (6.3%)
$2,500 to $4,999126 (5.8%)71 (6.7%)
$5,000 to $7,49949 (2.3%)40 (3.8%)
$7,500 to $9,9997 (0.3%)57 (5.4%)
$10,000 to $12,4990 (0.0%)12 (1.1%)
$12,500 to $14,99914 (0.6%)83 (7.9%)
$15,000 to $17,499185 (8.6%)26 (2.5%)
$17,500 to $19,99945 (2.1%)114 (10.8%)
$20,000 to $22,49961 (2.8%)0 (0.0%)
$22,500 to $24,99917 (0.8%)83 (7.9%)
$25,000 to $29,999242 (11.2%)122 (11.5%)
$30,000 to $34,999248 (11.5%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $39,999310 (14.3%)81 (7.7%)
$40,000 to $44,99942 (1.9%)45 (4.3%)
$45,000 to $49,999149 (6.9%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $54,999196 (9.1%)121 (11.5%)
$55,000 to $64,999284 (13.2%)88 (8.3%)
$65,000 to $74,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99946 (2.1%)47 (4.4%)
$100,000+91 (4.2%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,160 (100.0%)1,057 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Willis

Average earnings in Willis are $37,392 for men and $28,403 for women, a difference of 24.0%. Men with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $46,441, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $31,064. Women with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $36,600, while those with bachelor's degree education have the smallest earnings of $23,163.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Willis
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$36,460$0
High School Diploma$31,064$0
College or Associate's Degree$46,441$36,600
Bachelor's Degree--
Graduate Degree--
Total$37,392$28,403

Family Income in Willis

Family Income Brackets in Willis

According to the Willis family income data, there are 563 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 33.7% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Willis
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,000221.3%
$10,000 to $14,99900.0%
$15,000 to $24,999875.2%
$25,000 to $34,99924214.5%
$35,000 to $49,99923113.8%
$50,000 to $74,99956333.7%
$75,000 to $99,99929917.9%
$100,000 to $149,99920712.4%
$150,000 to $199,99900.0%
$200,000+201.2%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Willis

3-person families (235 | 14.1%) account for the highest median family income in Willis with $78,264 per family, while 2-person families (848 | 50.7%) have the highest median income of $32,631 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Willis
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families848 (50.7%)$65,262
3-Person Families235 (14.1%)$78,264
4-Person Families245 (14.6%)$70,366
5-Person Families230 (13.8%)$36,904
6-Person Families55 (3.3%)$0
7+ Person Families59 (3.5%)$0
Total1,672 (100.0%)$65,565

Family Income by Number of Earners in Willis

The median family income in Willis is $65,565, with families comprising 3+ earners (185) having the highest median family income of $127,568, while families with no earners (192) have the lowest median family income of $33,588, accounting for 11.1% and 11.5% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Willis
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners192 (11.5%)$33,588
1 Earner820 (49.0%)$65,178
2 Earners475 (28.4%)$71,746
3+ Earners185 (11.1%)$127,568
Total1,672 (100.0%)$65,565

Household Income in Willis

Household Income Brackets in Willis

With 637 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Willis, accounting for 27.1% of all households. In contrast, only 21 households (0.9%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Willis
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0001436.1%
$10,000 to $14,999472.0%
$15,000 to $24,999873.7%
$25,000 to $34,99951722.0%
$35,000 to $49,99927011.5%
$50,000 to $74,99963727.1%
$75,000 to $99,99938616.4%
$100,000 to $149,9992078.8%
$150,000 to $199,999351.5%
$200,000+210.9%

Household Income by Householder Age in Willis

The median household income in Willis is $55,876, with the highest median household income of $65,664 found in the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 801 households (34.1%) 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 65 households (2.8%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Willis
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years65 (2.8%)$0
25 to 44 Years716 (30.5%)$57,394
45 to 64 Years769 (32.7%)$38,750
65+ Years801 (34.1%)$65,664
Total2,351 (100.0%)$55,876

Poverty in Willis

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Willis

With 5.9% poverty level for males and 9.5% for females among the residents of Willis, 12 to 14 year old males and 45 to 54 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 29 males (100.0%) and 74 females (27.9%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Willis
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years20 (7.7%)21 (8.0%)
12 to 14 Years29 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years57 (11.5%)22 (9.1%)
25 to 34 Years24 (4.6%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)90 (17.1%)
45 to 54 Years60 (13.8%)74 (27.9%)
55 to 64 Years22 (3.7%)58 (14.3%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)10 (2.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total212 (5.9%)275 (9.5%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Willis

According to the poverty statistics in Willis, males aged under 5 years and females aged under 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Willis
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years303 (100.0%)79 (100.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)34 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years241 (92.3%)242 (92.0%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)272 (100.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years62 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years439 (88.5%)219 (90.9%)
25 to 34 Years492 (95.4%)246 (100.0%)
35 to 44 Years542 (100.0%)437 (82.9%)
45 to 54 Years374 (86.2%)191 (72.1%)
55 to 64 Years577 (96.3%)348 (85.7%)
65 to 74 Years223 (100.0%)500 (98.0%)
75 Years and over127 (100.0%)48 (100.0%)
Total3,380 (94.1%)2,616 (90.5%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Willis

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Willis show that 1.7% or 22 of the total 1,313 families live below the poverty line. Families with no children have the highest poverty rate of 2.6%, comprising of 22 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 Willis
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children813 (97.4%)22 (2.6%)
1 or 2 Children241 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children237 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,291 (98.3%)22 (1.7%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Willis

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Willis
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)44 (29.1%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)44 (18.6%)

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

The poverty data for Willis shows that 22 of the married-couple family households (1.7%) and 44 of the single-parent households (12.3%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 22 households (2.6%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 44 household (29.1%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Willis
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children22 (2.6%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)44 (29.1%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total22 (1.7%)44 (12.3%)

Employment Characteristics in Willis

Employment by Class of Employer in Willis

Among the 3,039 employed individuals in Willis, private company employees (2,102 | 69.2%), local government employees (308 | 10.1%), and not-for-profit organizations (217 | 7.1%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Willis
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees2,10269.2%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)351.1%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)2056.8%
Not-for-profit Organizations2177.1%
Local Government Employees30810.1%
State Government Employees1725.7%
Federal Government Employees00.0%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total3,039100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Willis

According to the labor force statistics for Willis, out of the total population over 16 years of age (5,320), 63.7% or 3,389 individuals are in the labor force, with 8.5% or 288 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 95.2% or 471 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 30 to 34 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 39.5% or 90 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Willis
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years115 (60.8%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years442 (72.5%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years471 (95.2%)68 (14.4%)
30 to 34 Years228 (83.2%)90 (39.5%)
35 to 44 Years853 (79.8%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years518 (73.5%)2 (0.4%)
55 to 59 Years151 (58.1%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years461 (60.3%)127 (27.5%)
65 to 74 Years151 (20.2%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total3,389 (63.7%)288 (8.5%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Willis

According to labor force statistics for Willis, 75.2% of individuals (2,683) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (3,568) are in the labor force, with 10.7% or 287 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of college / associate degree, with 89.0% or 862 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with bachelor's degree or higher education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 31.3% or 127 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Willis
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School477 (55.6%)123 (14.3%)
High School Diploma936 (73.5%)122 (9.6%)
College / Associate Degree862 (89.0%)2 (0.2%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher406 (86.9%)146 (31.3%)
Total2,683 (75.2%)382 (10.7%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Willis

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Willis are Management (372 | 12.0%), Community & Social Service (123 | 4.0%), Education Instruction & Library (123 | 4.0%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (81 | 2.6%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (58 | 1.9%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Willis

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Willis, the most male-oriented occupations are Management (76.6%), Community & Social Service (30.9%), and Education Instruction & Library (30.9%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Business & Financial (100.0%), Computers, Engineering & Science (100.0%), and Computers & Mathematics (100.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Willis
OccupationMaleFemale
Management285 (76.6%)87 (23.4%)
Business & Financial0 (0.0%)20 (100.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science0 (0.0%)58 (100.0%)
Computers & Mathematics0 (0.0%)58 (100.0%)
Architecture & Engineering0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 38 (30.9%)85 (69.1%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library38 (30.9%)85 (69.1%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating0 (0.0%)81 (100.0%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)22 (100.0%)
Total (Category)323 (49.4%)331 (50.6%)
Total (Overall)2,058 (66.3%)1,045 (33.7%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Willis are Cleaning & Maintenance (307 | 9.9%), Security & Protection (243 | 7.8%), Food Preparation & Serving (202 | 6.5%), Law Enforcement (172 | 5.5%), and Healthcare Support (122 | 3.9%).
Services Occupations in Willis

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Willis, the most male-oriented occupations are Personal Care & Service (100.0%), Cleaning & Maintenance (83.7%), and Law Enforcement (67.4%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), Healthcare Support (56.6%), and Security & Protection (52.3%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Willis
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support53 (43.4%)69 (56.6%)
Security & Protection116 (47.7%)127 (52.3%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)71 (100.0%)
Law Enforcement116 (67.4%)56 (32.6%)
Food Preparation & Serving115 (56.9%)87 (43.1%)
Cleaning & Maintenance257 (83.7%)50 (16.3%)
Personal Care & Service118 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)659 (66.4%)333 (33.6%)
Total (Overall)2,058 (66.3%)1,045 (33.7%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Willis are Sales & Related (415 | 13.4%), and Office & Administration (296 | 9.5%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Willis

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Willis
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related341 (82.2%)74 (17.8%)
Office & Administration67 (22.6%)229 (77.4%)
Total (Category)408 (57.4%)303 (42.6%)
Total (Overall)2,058 (66.3%)1,045 (33.7%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Willis are Construction & Extraction (223 | 7.2%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (14 | 0.4%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Willis

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Willis
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction223 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair14 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)237 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)2,058 (66.3%)1,045 (33.7%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Willis are Production (223 | 7.2%), Material Moving (198 | 6.4%), and Transportation (88 | 2.8%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Willis

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Willis
OccupationMaleFemale
Production145 (65.0%)78 (35.0%)
Transportation88 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving198 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)431 (84.7%)78 (15.3%)
Total (Overall)2,058 (66.3%)1,045 (33.7%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Willis

Employment Industries in Willis

The major employment industries in Willis include Accommodation & Food Services (476 | 15.3%), Manufacturing (415 | 13.4%), Retail Trade (373 | 12.0%), Educational Services (310 | 10.0%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (242 | 7.8%).
Employment Industries in Willis

Employment Industries by Sex in Willis

The Willis 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 Finance & Insurance (100.0%), Professional & Scientific (87.0%), and Administrative & Support (77.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Willis
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction237 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing307 (74.0%)108 (26.0%)
Wholesale Trade198 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade281 (75.3%)92 (24.7%)
Transportation & Warehousing46 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)20 (100.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific20 (13.0%)134 (87.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support42 (23.0%)141 (77.0%)
Educational Services226 (72.9%)84 (27.1%)
Health Care & Social Assistance143 (59.1%)99 (40.9%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services302 (63.4%)174 (36.5%)
Public Administration116 (53.2%)102 (46.8%)
Total2,058 (66.3%)1,045 (33.7%)

Education in Willis

School Enrollment in Willis

The most common levels of schooling among the 1,142 students in Willis are middle school (456 | 39.9%), elementary school (260 | 22.8%), and college / undergraduate (259 | 22.7%).
School Enrollment in Willis
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool00.0%
Kindergarten817.1%
Elementary School26022.8%
Middle School45639.9%
High School867.5%
College / Undergraduate25922.7%
Graduate / Professional00.0%
Total1,142100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Willis

Out of a total of 1,142 students who are enrolled in schools in Willis, 61 (5.3%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 1,081 (94.7%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 20 to 24 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 40 (33.1% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 10 to 14 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 456 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Willis
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old320 (93.8%)21 (6.2%)
10 to 14 Year Olds456 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds62 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds24 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds81 (66.9%)40 (33.1%)
25 to 34 Year Olds138 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,081 (94.7%)61 (5.3%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Willis

Business (151 | 26.1%), education (127 | 21.9%), computers & mathematics (79 | 13.6%), bio, nature & agricultural (51 | 8.8%), and science & technology (50 | 8.6%) are the most common fields of study among 579 individuals in Willis who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Willis
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics7913.6%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural518.8%
Physical & Health Sciences00.0%
Psychology00.0%
Social Sciences478.1%
Engineering223.8%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology508.6%
Business15126.1%
Education12721.9%
Literature & Languages152.6%
Liberal Arts & History376.4%
Visual & Performing Arts00.0%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities00.0%
Total579100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Willis

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Willis

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Willis are males with 2 vehicles (829, accounting for 41.6%) and females with 2 vehicles (311, making up 79.3%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Willis
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle459 (23.0%)357 (34.2%)
2 Vehicles829 (41.6%)311 (29.8%)
3 Vehicles418 (21.0%)166 (15.9%)
4 Vehicles39 (2.0%)40 (3.8%)
5 or more Vehicles249 (12.5%)171 (16.4%)
Total1,994 (100.0%)1,045 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Willis

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Willis are 15 to 19 minutes (528 commuters, 17.7%), 20 to 24 minutes (493 commuters, 16.6%), and 30 to 34 minutes (485 commuters, 16.3%).
Commute Time in Willis
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes1735.8%
5 to 9 Minutes2789.3%
10 to 14 Minutes42514.3%
15 to 19 Minutes52817.7%
20 to 24 Minutes49316.6%
25 to 29 Minutes1986.7%
30 to 34 Minutes48516.3%
35 to 39 Minutes1304.4%
40 to 44 Minutes371.2%
45 to 59 Minutes1555.2%
60 to 89 Minutes341.1%
90 or more Minutes421.4%

Commute Time by Sex in Willis

The most common commute times in Willis are 15 to 19 minutes (391 commuters, 19.6%) for males and 20 to 24 minutes (203 commuters, 20.6%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Willis
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes55 (2.8%)118 (12.0%)
5 to 9 Minutes263 (13.2%)15 (1.5%)
10 to 14 Minutes310 (15.5%)115 (11.7%)
15 to 19 Minutes391 (19.6%)137 (13.9%)
20 to 24 Minutes290 (14.5%)203 (20.6%)
25 to 29 Minutes142 (7.1%)56 (5.7%)
30 to 34 Minutes306 (15.3%)179 (18.2%)
35 to 39 Minutes46 (2.3%)84 (8.5%)
40 to 44 Minutes0 (0.0%)37 (3.8%)
45 to 59 Minutes147 (7.4%)8 (0.8%)
60 to 89 Minutes2 (0.1%)32 (3.3%)
90 or more Minutes42 (2.1%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Willis

The most frequent times of departure to work in Willis are 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM (321, 16.1%) for males and 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM (183, 18.6%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Willis
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM25 (1.3%)56 (5.7%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM257 (12.9%)17 (1.7%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM258 (12.9%)0 (0.0%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM313 (15.7%)51 (5.2%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM321 (16.1%)78 (7.9%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM24 (1.2%)72 (7.3%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM152 (7.6%)176 (17.9%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM83 (4.2%)178 (18.1%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM45 (2.3%)112 (11.4%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM0 (0.0%)37 (3.8%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM38 (1.9%)24 (2.4%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM67 (3.4%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM246 (12.3%)183 (18.6%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM165 (8.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,994 (100.0%)984 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Willis

Occupancy by Ownership in Willis

Of the total 2,351 dwellings in Willis, owner-occupied units account for 1,434 (61.0%), while renter-occupied units make up 917 (39.0%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Willis
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units1,43461.0%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units91739.0%
Total Occupied Housing Units2,351100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Willis

Occupancy by Household Size in Willis
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household60025.5%
2-Person Household90338.4%
3-Person Household2209.4%
4+ Person Household62826.7%
Total Housing Units2,351100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Willis

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Willis
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household256 (42.7%)344 (57.3%)
2-Person Household575 (63.7%)328 (36.3%)
3-Person Household151 (68.6%)69 (31.4%)
4+ Person Household452 (72.0%)176 (28.0%)
Total Housing Units1,434 (61.0%)917 (39.0%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Willis

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Willis
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School307 (62.5%)184 (37.5%)
High School Diploma182 (36.2%)320 (63.7%)
College/Associate Degree734 (69.5%)322 (30.5%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher211 (69.9%)91 (30.1%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Willis

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Willis
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years1888.0%
35 to 44 Years59325.2%
45 to 54 Years46019.6%
55 to 64 Years30913.1%
65 to 74 Years65327.8%
75 to 84 Years1486.3%
85 Years and Over00.0%
Total2,351100.0%

Housing Finances in Willis

Median Income by Occupancy in Willis

Median Income by Occupancy in Willis
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied1,434 (61.0%)$61,250
Renter-Occupied917 (39.0%)$51,602
Average2,351 (100.0%)$55,876

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Willis

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Willis
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00075 (5.2%)46 (5.0%)
$5,000 to $9,99922 (1.5%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $14,99947 (3.3%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $19,9990 (0.0%)44 (4.8%)
$20,000 to $24,9990 (0.0%)43 (4.7%)
$25,000 to $34,999258 (18.0%)260 (28.3%)
$35,000 to $49,999251 (17.5%)20 (2.2%)
$50,000 to $74,999303 (21.1%)334 (36.4%)
$75,000 to $99,999306 (21.3%)79 (8.6%)
$100,000 to $149,999172 (12.0%)36 (3.9%)
$150,000 or more0 (0.0%)55 (6.0%)
Total1,434 (100.0%)917 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Willis

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Willis
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30062 (4.3%)26 (2.8%)
$300 to $499438 (30.5%)0 (0.0%)
$500 to $799337 (23.5%)182 (19.9%)
$800 to $999344 (24.0%)66 (7.2%)
$1,000 to $1,49974 (5.2%)450 (49.1%)
$1,500 to $1,999179 (12.5%)150 (16.4%)
$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%)
Total1,434 (100.0%)917 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Willis

Housing Structures in Willis

Housing Structures in Willis
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached1,34857.3%
Single Unit, Attached833.5%
2 Unit Apartments451.9%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments00.0%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments1034.4%
10 or more Apartments1034.4%
Mobile Home / Other66928.5%
Total2,351100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Willis

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Willis
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached967 (71.7%)381 (28.3%)
Single Unit, Attached47 (56.6%)36 (43.4%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)45 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)103 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)103 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other420 (62.8%)249 (37.2%)
Total1,434 (61.0%)917 (39.0%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Willis

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Willis
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms0 (0.0%)72 (7.9%)
4 or 5 Rooms785 (54.7%)566 (61.7%)
6 or 7 Rooms417 (29.1%)203 (22.1%)
8 or more Rooms232 (16.2%)76 (8.3%)
Total1,434 (100.0%)917 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Willis

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Willis
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas165 (11.5%)154 (16.8%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas10 (0.7%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity1,259 (87.8%)720 (78.5%)
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%)43 (4.7%)
Total1,434 (100.0%)917 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Willis

Household Vehicle Usage in Willis
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle18 (1.3%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle237 (16.5%)545 (59.4%)
2 Vehicles715 (49.9%)348 (38.0%)
3 or more Vehicles464 (32.4%)24 (2.6%)
Total1,434 (100.0%)917 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Willis

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Willis

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units784650
Median Property Value$108,400$130,400
Median Household Income$65,805$0
Monthly Housing Costs$473$0
Real Estate Taxes$1,560$37

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Willis

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Willis
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00030 (3.8%)37 (5.7%)
$50,000 to $99,999239 (30.5%)228 (35.1%)
$100,000 to $299,999505 (64.4%)338 (52.0%)
$300,000 to $499,99910 (1.3%)47 (7.2%)
$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%)
Total784 (100.0%)650 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Willis

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Willis
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00022 (2.8%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,99947 (6.0%)75 (11.5%)
$25,000 to $34,99921 (2.7%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $49,999216 (27.6%)237 (36.5%)
$50,000 to $74,999248 (31.6%)35 (5.4%)
$75,000 to $99,99990 (11.5%)55 (8.5%)
$100,000 to $149,999140 (17.9%)216 (33.2%)
$150,000 or more0 (0.0%)32 (4.9%)
Total784 (100.0%)650 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Willis

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Willis
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x661 (84.3%)48,429 (7,450.6%)
2.0x to 2.9x0 (0.0%)314 (48.3%)
3.0x to 3.9x33 (4.2%)129 (19.9%)
4.0x or more90 (11.5%)39 (6.0%)
Total784 (100.0%)650 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Willis

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Willis
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800243 (31.0%)37 (5.7%)
$800 to $1,499112 (14.3%)152 (23.4%)
$800 to $1,499420 (53.6%)135 (20.8%)
Total784 (100.0%)650 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Willis

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Willis

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Willis
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years416 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years875 (92.0%)76 (8.0%)
19 to 25 Years298 (44.3%)375 (55.7%)
26 to 34 Years442 (58.0%)320 (42.0%)
35 to 44 Years621 (58.1%)448 (41.9%)
45 to 54 Years488 (69.8%)211 (30.2%)
55 to 64 Years703 (70.0%)302 (30.0%)
65 to 74 Years733 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older175 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total4,751 (73.3%)1,732 (26.7%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Willis

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Willis
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born416 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen875 (92.0%)76 (8.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen298 (44.3%)375 (55.7%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Willis

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Willis
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000332 (66.7%)166 (33.3%)
$25,000 to $49,9991,374 (72.8%)514 (27.2%)
$50,000 to $74,9991,270 (81.4%)290 (18.6%)
$75,000 to $99,999910 (82.4%)195 (17.6%)
$100,000 and over865 (60.4%)567 (39.6%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Willis

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Willis
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 6258 (62.0%)227 (54.6%)
6 to 18 Years505 (53.1%)427 (44.9%)
19 to 25 Years42 (6.2%)298 (44.3%)
25 to 34 Years30 (3.9%)442 (58.0%)
35 to 44 Years45 (4.2%)576 (53.9%)
45 to 54 Years69 (9.9%)419 (59.9%)
55 to 64 Years360 (35.8%)589 (58.6%)
65 to 74 Years733 (100.0%)563 (76.8%)
75 Years and over175 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,217 (34.2%)3,541 (54.6%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Willis

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Willis
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years67 (19.0%)21 (3.7%)
18 to 34 Years298 (29.4%)83 (17.0%)
35 to 64 Years448 (28.4%)141 (11.8%)
65 to 74 Years21 (9.4%)51 (10.0%)
75 Years and over73 (57.5%)19 (39.6%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Willis

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Willis: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years20 (5.7%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years68 (6.7%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years211 (13.4%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)31 (6.1%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Willis: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)21 (3.7%)
18 to 34 Years71 (7.0%)12 (2.5%)
35 to 64 Years2 (0.1%)18 (1.5%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over73 (57.5%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Willis: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years67 (19.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years71 (7.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years35 (2.2%)83 (6.9%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)41 (8.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Willis: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years227 (22.4%)71 (14.6%)
35 to 64 Years97 (6.2%)113 (9.4%)
65 to 74 Years21 (9.4%)51 (10.0%)
75 Years and over18 (14.2%)19 (39.6%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Willis: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years20 (5.7%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years37 (2.4%)57 (4.8%)
65 to 74 Years21 (9.4%)41 (8.0%)
75 Years and over18 (14.2%)0 (0.0%)

Technology Access in Willis

Computing Device Access in Willis

Computing Device Access in Willis
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop1,75574.7%
Smartphone2,18893.1%
Tablet1,35057.4%
No Computing Device773.3%
Total2,351100.0%

Internet Access in Willis

Internet Access in Willis
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home1,41660.2%
Cellular Data Only36815.7%
Satellite Internet33214.1%
No Internet37215.8%
Total2,351100.0%

Willis Summary

Willis, Texas is a small city located in Montgomery County, Texas, United States. It is situated approximately 40 miles north of Houston and is part of the Houston–The Woodlands–Sugar Land metropolitan area. The city was founded in 1873 and was named after a local settler, Willis J. Miller. As of the 2010 census, the population of Willis was 5,662.

History

The area that is now Willis was originally inhabited by the Atakapan Indians. The first settlers in the area were the Miller family, who arrived in 1873. The family was led by Willis J. Miller, who was a veteran of the Civil War. Miller purchased land in the area and established a homestead. He also built a sawmill and a gristmill, which helped to attract other settlers to the area.
In 1879, the town of Willis was officially established and named after Miller. The town quickly grew and by the early 1900s, it had become a thriving community with a population of over 1,000. The town was home to several businesses, including a bank, a hotel, a cotton gin, and a lumber mill.
In the early 1900s, the town was also home to a large African-American population. The African-American community was centered around the town’s churches and schools. The town also had a thriving music scene, with several blues and jazz musicians performing in the area.
In the 1950s, the town began to decline as many of its residents moved away in search of better economic opportunities. By the 1970s, the population had dropped to just over 1,000. In the 1980s, the town began to experience a resurgence as new businesses moved into the area.

Geography

Willis is located in Montgomery County, Texas, approximately 40 miles north of Houston. The city is situated at the intersection of Interstate 45 and State Highway 75. The city covers an area of 4.3 square miles and has a population density of 1,312 people per square mile.
The city is located in a humid subtropical climate zone and experiences hot, humid summers and mild winters. The average annual temperature is 68 degrees Fahrenheit and the average annual precipitation is 45 inches.

Economy

Willis is a small city with a diverse economy. The city is home to several businesses, including manufacturing, retail, and healthcare. The city is also home to several educational institutions, including Sam Houston State University and Lone Star College.
The city’s largest employer is the Willis Independent School District, which employs over 1,000 people. Other major employers in the city include the Montgomery County Hospital District, the City of Willis, and the Willis Police Department.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Willis was 5,662. The racial makeup of the city was 79.3% White, 11.2% African American, 0.7% Native American, 0.7% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 5.7% from other races, and 2.2% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 13.2% of the population.
The median household income in Willis was $41,945 and the median family income was $48,958. The per capita income in the city was $19,945. About 17.2% of the population was below the poverty line.
Willis is a small city with a rich history and a diverse economy. The city is home to several businesses, educational institutions, and a large African-American population. The city is also home to a thriving music scene and is a popular destination for tourists.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Willis?
Total Population of Willis is 6,561.
What is the Total Male Population of Willis?
Total Male Population of Willis is 3,645.
What is the Total Female Population of Willis?
Total Female Population of Willis is 2,916.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Willis?
There are 125.00 Males per 100 Females in Willis.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Willis?
There are 80.00 Females per 100 Males in Willis.
What is the Median Population Age in Willis?
Median Population Age in Willis is 39.5 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Willis
Average Family Size in Willis is 3.4 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Willis
Average Household Size in Willis is 2.8 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Willis?
Per Capita income in Willis is $22,060.
What is the Median Family Income in Willis?
Median Family Income in Willis is $65,565.
What is the Median Household income in Willis?
Median Household Income in Willis is $55,876.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Willis?
Income or Wage Gap in Willis is 31.5%.
Women in Willis earn 68.5 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Willis?
Inequality or Gini Index in Willis is 0.35.
How Large is the Labor Force in Willis?
There are 3,389 People in the Labor Forcein in Willis.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Willis?
63.7% of People are in the Labor Force in Willis.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Willis?
Unemployment Rate in Willis is 8.5%.