Hidalgo County, NM

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Hidalgo County Overview

4,160
TOTAL POPULATION
2,066
MALE POPULATION
2,094
FEMALE POPULATION
98.66
MALES / 100 FEMALES
101.36
FEMALES / 100 MALES
42.1
MEDIAN AGE
3.3
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.6
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$25,476
PER CAPITA INCOME
$63,467
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$53,651
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
25.0%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
75.0¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.42
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
1,714
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
52.1%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
4.4%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Hidalgo County Area Codes

Race in Hidalgo County

The most populous races in Hidalgo County are White / Caucasian (2,887 | 69.4%), Hispanic or Latino (2,469 | 59.4%), and Two or more Races (877 | 21.1%).
Race in Hidalgo County
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American70.2%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino2,46959.4%
Native / Alaskan280.7%
White / Caucasian2,88769.4%
Two or more Races87721.1%
Some other Race3618.7%
Total4,160100.0%

Ancestry in Hidalgo County

The most populous ancestries reported in Hidalgo County are Mexican (2,284 | 54.9%), English (346 | 8.3%), German (288 | 6.9%), Irish (264 | 6.4%), and American (185 | 4.4%), together accounting for 80.9% of all Hidalgo County residents.
Ancestry in Hidalgo County
Ancestry# Population% Population
American1854.4%
Arab60.1%
Austrian140.3%
Belgian190.5%
Bhutanese50.1%
Cherokee421.0%
Chippewa160.4%
Croatian90.2%
Czech70.2%
Danish431.0%
Dutch90.2%
Eastern European80.2%
English3468.3%
European691.7%
French521.3%
German2886.9%
Irish2646.4%
Italian370.9%
Lebanese60.1%
Mexican2,28454.9%
Northern European40.1%
Norwegian441.1%
Polish130.3%
Pueblo140.3%
Puerto Rican110.3%
Scandinavian80.2%
Scotch-Irish60.1%
Scottish972.3%
Spaniard60.1%
Spanish280.7%
Swedish20.1%
Welsh150.4%
Yup'ik90.2%
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Immigrants in Hidalgo County

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Hidalgo County came from Central America (292 | 7.0%), Latin America (292 | 7.0%), Mexico (292 | 7.0%), Belgium (19 | 0.5%), and Europe (19 | 0.5%), together accounting for 22.0% of all Hidalgo County residents.
Immigrants in Hidalgo County
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Belgium190.5%
Central America2927.0%
Europe190.5%
Latin America2927.0%
Mexico2927.0%
Western Europe190.5%
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Sex and Age in Hidalgo County

Sex and Age in Hidalgo County

The most populous age groups in Hidalgo County are 55 to 59 Years (201 | 9.7%) for men and 5 to 9 Years (178 | 8.5%) for women.
Sex and Age in Hidalgo County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years150 (7.3%)113 (5.4%)
5 to 9 Years71 (3.4%)178 (8.5%)
10 to 14 Years151 (7.3%)169 (8.1%)
15 to 19 Years93 (4.5%)78 (3.7%)
20 to 24 Years141 (6.8%)108 (5.2%)
25 to 29 Years132 (6.4%)135 (6.5%)
30 to 34 Years152 (7.4%)100 (4.8%)
35 to 39 Years167 (8.1%)80 (3.8%)
40 to 44 Years93 (4.5%)99 (4.7%)
45 to 49 Years54 (2.6%)109 (5.2%)
50 to 54 Years109 (5.3%)148 (7.1%)
55 to 59 Years201 (9.7%)152 (7.3%)
60 to 64 Years111 (5.4%)158 (7.5%)
65 to 69 Years195 (9.4%)148 (7.1%)
70 to 74 Years80 (3.9%)112 (5.3%)
75 to 79 Years88 (4.3%)96 (4.6%)
80 to 84 Years58 (2.8%)52 (2.5%)
85 Years and over20 (1.0%)59 (2.8%)
Total2,066 (100.0%)2,094 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Hidalgo County

Median Family Size in Hidalgo County

The median family size in Hidalgo County is 3.27 persons per family, with single male/father families (70 | 7.2%) accounting for the largest median family size of 5.14 persons per family. On the other hand, married-couple families (712 | 73.0%) represent the smallest median family size with 3.04 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Hidalgo County
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple712 (73.0%)3.04
Single Male/Father70 (7.2%)5.14
Single Female/Mother193 (19.8%)3.42
Total Families975 (100.0%)3.27

Median Household Size in Hidalgo County

The median household size in Hidalgo County is 2.60 persons per household, with single male/father households (70 | 4.5%) accounting for the largest median household size of 5.31 persons per household. non-family households (582 | 37.4%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.27 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Hidalgo County
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple712 (45.7%)3.06
Single Male/Father70 (4.5%)5.31
Single Female/Mother193 (12.4%)3.90
Non-family582 (37.4%)1.27
Total Households1,557 (100.0%)2.60

Household Size by Marriage Status in Hidalgo County

Out of a total of 1,557 households in Hidalgo County, 975 (62.6%) are family households, while 582 (37.4%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 491, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 507.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Hidalgo County
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-507 (32.6%)
2-Person Households491 (31.5%)69 (4.4%)
3-Person Households220 (14.1%)6 (0.4%)
4-Person Households88 (5.7%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households114 (7.3%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households38 (2.4%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households24 (1.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total975 (62.6%)582 (37.4%)

Female Fertility in Hidalgo County

Fertility by Age in Hidalgo County

Average fertility rate in Hidalgo County is 128.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 251.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 89.6% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Hidalgo County
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years86 (89.6%)251.0
35 to 50 years10 (10.4%)31.0
Total96 (100.0%)128.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Hidalgo County

86.5% of women with births (96) in Hidalgo County are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 15.1% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 0.0% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Hidalgo County
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years73 (84.9%)13 (15.1%)
35 to 50 years10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total83 (86.5%)13 (13.5%)

Fertility by Education in Hidalgo County

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Hidalgo County
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School6 (6.2%)53.0
High School Diploma7 (7.3%)49.0
College or Associate's Degree48 (50.0%)140.0
Bachelor's Degree35 (36.5%)340.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total96 (100.0%)128.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Hidalgo County

13.5% of women with births in Hidalgo County are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% 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 Hidalgo County
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)6 (100.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)7 (100.0%)
College or Associate's Degree48 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree35 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total83 (86.5%)13 (13.5%)

Income in Hidalgo County

Income Overview in Hidalgo County

Per Capita Income in Hidalgo County is $25,476, while median incomes of families and households are $63,467 and $53,651 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income4,160$25,476
Median Family Income975$63,467
Mean Family Income975$76,060
Median Household Income1,557$53,651
Mean Household Income1,557$63,759
Income Deficit975$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)4,16024.97%
Wage / Income Gap ($)4,16075.03¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index4,1600.42

Earnings by Sex in Hidalgo County

Average Earnings in Hidalgo County are $30,457, $33,828 for men and $25,382 for women, a difference of 25.0%.
Earnings by Sex in Hidalgo County
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male907 (49.4%)$33,828
Female927 (50.5%)$25,382
Total1,834 (100.0%)$30,457

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Hidalgo County

The most common earnings brackets in Hidalgo County are $100,000+ for men (135 | 14.9%) and $35,000 to $39,999 for women (140 | 15.1%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Hidalgo County
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less31 (3.4%)105 (11.3%)
$2,500 to $4,99917 (1.9%)51 (5.5%)
$5,000 to $7,49963 (7.0%)31 (3.3%)
$7,500 to $9,9997 (0.8%)39 (4.2%)
$10,000 to $12,49921 (2.3%)32 (3.5%)
$12,500 to $14,99930 (3.3%)46 (5.0%)
$15,000 to $17,49912 (1.3%)20 (2.2%)
$17,500 to $19,99961 (6.7%)51 (5.5%)
$20,000 to $22,4990 (0.0%)59 (6.4%)
$22,500 to $24,99933 (3.6%)24 (2.6%)
$25,000 to $29,999103 (11.4%)60 (6.5%)
$30,000 to $34,99983 (9.1%)66 (7.1%)
$35,000 to $39,99948 (5.3%)140 (15.1%)
$40,000 to $44,99940 (4.4%)52 (5.6%)
$45,000 to $49,9993 (0.3%)37 (4.0%)
$50,000 to $54,99934 (3.7%)42 (4.5%)
$55,000 to $64,99959 (6.5%)28 (3.0%)
$65,000 to $74,99981 (8.9%)35 (3.8%)
$75,000 to $99,99946 (5.1%)9 (1.0%)
$100,000+135 (14.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total907 (100.0%)927 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Hidalgo County

Average earnings in Hidalgo County are $40,125 for men and $28,177 for women, a difference of 29.8%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $70,469, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $30,486. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $54,554, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $25,913.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Hidalgo County
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$30,486$32,500
High School Diploma$42,292$25,913
College or Associate's Degree$59,063$32,042
Bachelor's Degree$70,469$0
Graduate Degree--
Total$40,125$28,177

Family Income in Hidalgo County

Family Income Brackets in Hidalgo County

According to the Hidalgo County family income data, there are 304 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 31.2% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 26 families (2.7%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Hidalgo County
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,000464.7%
$10,000 to $14,999262.7%
$15,000 to $24,9999810.1%
$25,000 to $34,999757.7%
$35,000 to $49,99910210.5%
$50,000 to $74,99930431.2%
$75,000 to $99,999858.7%
$100,000 to $149,99913613.9%
$150,000 to $199,999757.7%
$200,000+282.9%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Hidalgo County

3-person families (204 | 20.9%) account for the highest median family income in Hidalgo County with $70,395 per family, while 2-person families (507 | 52.0%) have the highest median income of $31,710 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Hidalgo County
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families507 (52.0%)$63,420
3-Person Families204 (20.9%)$70,395
4-Person Families153 (15.7%)$60,156
5-Person Families58 (5.9%)$0
6-Person Families35 (3.6%)$0
7+ Person Families18 (1.8%)$0
Total975 (100.0%)$63,467

Family Income by Number of Earners in Hidalgo County

The median family income in Hidalgo County is $63,467, with families comprising 3+ earners (71) having the highest median family income of $113,958, while families with 1 earner (318) have the lowest median family income of $49,844, accounting for 7.3% and 32.6% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Hidalgo County
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners218 (22.4%)$50,455
1 Earner318 (32.6%)$49,844
2 Earners368 (37.7%)$77,857
3+ Earners71 (7.3%)$113,958
Total975 (100.0%)$63,467

Household Income in Hidalgo County

Household Income Brackets in Hidalgo County

With 399 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Hidalgo County, accounting for 25.6% of all households. In contrast, only 28 households (1.8%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Hidalgo County
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000754.8%
$10,000 to $14,9991117.1%
$15,000 to $24,99923014.8%
$25,000 to $34,9991439.2%
$35,000 to $49,99916010.3%
$50,000 to $74,99939925.6%
$75,000 to $99,9991499.6%
$100,000 to $149,99918111.6%
$150,000 to $199,999815.2%
$200,000+281.8%

Household Income by Householder Age in Hidalgo County

The median household income in Hidalgo County is $53,651, with the highest median household income of $70,385 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 374 households (24.0%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $19,625, with 51 households (3.3%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Hidalgo County
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years51 (3.3%)$19,625
25 to 44 Years374 (24.0%)$70,385
45 to 64 Years552 (35.4%)$61,522
65+ Years580 (37.2%)$45,750
Total1,557 (100.0%)$53,651

Poverty in Hidalgo County

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Hidalgo County

With 25.0% poverty level for males and 21.5% for females among the residents of Hidalgo County, 15 year old males and 25 to 34 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 5 males (100.0%) and 103 females (43.8%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Hidalgo County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years81 (54.0%)44 (38.9%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years82 (67.8%)83 (31.9%)
12 to 14 Years33 (37.5%)13 (18.1%)
15 Years5 (100.0%)13 (38.2%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years40 (27.4%)56 (39.7%)
25 to 34 Years95 (34.3%)103 (43.8%)
35 to 44 Years12 (4.7%)32 (17.9%)
45 to 54 Years28 (18.9%)10 (3.9%)
55 to 64 Years90 (28.8%)57 (18.8%)
65 to 74 Years14 (5.4%)5 (2.0%)
75 Years and over14 (8.4%)29 (14.9%)
Total494 (25.0%)445 (21.5%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Hidalgo County

According to the poverty statistics in Hidalgo County, males aged 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 Hidalgo County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years69 (46.0%)69 (61.1%)
5 Years13 (100.0%)15 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years39 (32.2%)177 (68.1%)
12 to 14 Years55 (62.5%)59 (81.9%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)21 (61.8%)
16 and 17 Years35 (100.0%)11 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years106 (72.6%)85 (60.3%)
25 to 34 Years182 (65.7%)132 (56.2%)
35 to 44 Years245 (95.3%)147 (82.1%)
45 to 54 Years120 (81.1%)247 (96.1%)
55 to 64 Years222 (71.2%)246 (81.2%)
65 to 74 Years246 (94.6%)248 (98.0%)
75 Years and over152 (91.6%)165 (85.1%)
Total1,484 (75.0%)1,622 (78.5%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Hidalgo County

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Hidalgo County show that 12.6% or 90 of the total 712 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 50.0%, comprising of 9 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 4.8%, which includes 22 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Hidalgo County
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children433 (95.2%)22 (4.8%)
1 or 2 Children142 (86.1%)23 (13.9%)
3 or 4 Children38 (51.3%)36 (48.6%)
5 or more Children9 (50.0%)9 (50.0%)
Total622 (87.4%)90 (12.6%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Hidalgo County

According to the poverty data in Hidalgo County, 15.7% or 11 single-father households and 42.5% or 82 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 11 households (61.1%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 48 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Hidalgo County
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)13 (17.8%)
1 or 2 Children11 (61.1%)21 (29.2%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)48 (100.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total11 (15.7%)82 (42.5%)

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

The poverty data for Hidalgo County shows that 90 of the married-couple family households (12.6%) and 93 of the single-parent households (35.4%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 9 households (50.0%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 48 household (71.6%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Hidalgo County
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children22 (4.8%)13 (12.3%)
1 or 2 Children23 (13.9%)32 (35.6%)
3 or 4 Children36 (48.6%)48 (71.6%)
5 or more Children9 (50.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total90 (12.6%)93 (35.4%)

Employment Characteristics in Hidalgo County

Employment by Class of Employer in Hidalgo County

Among the 1,629 employed individuals in Hidalgo County, private company employees (736 | 45.2%), state government employees (251 | 15.4%), and local government employees (239 | 14.7%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Hidalgo County
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees73645.2%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)1116.8%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)784.8%
Not-for-profit Organizations915.6%
Local Government Employees23914.7%
State Government Employees25115.4%
Federal Government Employees1237.5%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total1,629100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Hidalgo County

According to the labor force statistics for Hidalgo County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (3,289), 52.1% or 1,714 individuals are in the labor force, with 4.4% or 75 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 45 to 54 years, with 79.3% or 333 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 20.0% or 13 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Hidalgo County
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years67 (50.8%)13 (20.0%)
20 to 24 Years169 (67.9%)21 (12.2%)
25 to 29 Years189 (70.8%)19 (10.1%)
30 to 34 Years180 (71.4%)16 (8.9%)
35 to 44 Years284 (64.7%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years333 (79.3%)5 (1.5%)
55 to 59 Years206 (58.4%)5 (2.4%)
60 to 64 Years154 (57.2%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years101 (18.9%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over32 (8.6%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,714 (52.1%)75 (4.4%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Hidalgo County

According to labor force statistics for Hidalgo County, 67.3% of individuals (1,346) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (2,000) are in the labor force, with 3.3% or 44 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of college / associate degree, with 81.8% or 525 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 5.0% or 7 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Hidalgo County
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School141 (45.8%)15 (5.0%)
High School Diploma465 (62.7%)27 (3.7%)
College / Associate Degree525 (81.8%)26 (4.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher215 (69.8%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,346 (67.3%)66 (3.3%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Hidalgo County

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Hidalgo County are Community & Social Service (250 | 15.7%), Management (218 | 13.7%), Education Instruction & Library (179 | 11.2%), Education, Arts & Media (52 | 3.3%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (41 | 2.6%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Hidalgo County

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Hidalgo County, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers, Engineering & Science (100.0%), Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), and Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Education, Arts & Media (100.0%), Education Instruction & Library (98.3%), and Business & Financial (92.9%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Hidalgo County
OccupationMaleFemale
Management156 (71.6%)62 (28.4%)
Business & Financial2 (7.1%)26 (92.9%)
Computers, Engineering & Science17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers & Mathematics11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 22 (8.8%)228 (91.2%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)52 (100.0%)
Legal Services & Support19 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library3 (1.7%)176 (98.3%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating10 (24.4%)31 (75.6%)
Health Technologists10 (29.4%)24 (70.6%)
Total (Category)207 (37.4%)347 (62.6%)
Total (Overall)767 (48.1%)827 (51.9%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Hidalgo County are Security & Protection (82 | 5.1%), Food Preparation & Serving (74 | 4.6%), Law Enforcement (73 | 4.6%), Healthcare Support (49 | 3.1%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (37 | 2.3%).
Services Occupations in Hidalgo County

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Hidalgo County, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), and Law Enforcement (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (83.7%), Food Preparation & Serving (70.3%), and Personal Care & Service (50.0%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Hidalgo County
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support8 (16.3%)41 (83.7%)
Security & Protection82 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement73 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving22 (29.7%)52 (70.3%)
Cleaning & Maintenance31 (83.8%)6 (16.2%)
Personal Care & Service15 (50.0%)15 (50.0%)
Total (Category)158 (58.1%)114 (41.9%)
Total (Overall)767 (48.1%)827 (51.9%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Hidalgo County are Office & Administration (204 | 12.8%), and Sales & Related (139 | 8.7%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Hidalgo County

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Hidalgo County
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related60 (43.2%)79 (56.8%)
Office & Administration3 (1.5%)201 (98.5%)
Total (Category)63 (18.4%)280 (81.6%)
Total (Overall)767 (48.1%)827 (51.9%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Hidalgo County are Construction & Extraction (180 | 11.3%), Farming, Fishing & Forestry (50 | 3.1%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (44 | 2.8%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Hidalgo County

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Hidalgo County
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry40 (80.0%)10 (20.0%)
Construction & Extraction165 (91.7%)15 (8.3%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair44 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)249 (90.9%)25 (9.1%)
Total (Overall)767 (48.1%)827 (51.9%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Hidalgo County are Transportation (71 | 4.4%), Material Moving (71 | 4.4%), and Production (9 | 0.6%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Hidalgo County

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Hidalgo County
OccupationMaleFemale
Production9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Transportation43 (60.6%)28 (39.4%)
Material Moving38 (53.5%)33 (46.5%)
Total (Category)90 (59.6%)61 (40.4%)
Total (Overall)767 (48.1%)827 (51.9%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Hidalgo County

Employment Industries in Hidalgo County

The major employment industries in Hidalgo County include Educational Services (343 | 21.5%), Retail Trade (192 | 12.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (171 | 10.7%), Public Administration (161 | 10.1%), and Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (147 | 9.2%).
Employment Industries in Hidalgo County

Employment Industries by Sex in Hidalgo County

The Hidalgo County industries that see more men than women are Construction (100.0%), Utilities (100.0%), and Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Wholesale Trade (100.0%), Professional & Scientific (100.0%), and Finance & Insurance (95.1%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Hidalgo County
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting120 (81.6%)27 (18.4%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction119 (86.9%)18 (13.1%)
Construction47 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing34 (85.0%)6 (15.0%)
Wholesale Trade0 (0.0%)3 (100.0%)
Retail Trade98 (51.0%)94 (49.0%)
Transportation & Warehousing47 (78.3%)13 (21.7%)
Utilities34 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information11 (37.9%)18 (62.1%)
Finance & Insurance2 (4.9%)39 (95.1%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific0 (0.0%)6 (100.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Educational Services41 (11.9%)302 (88.0%)
Health Care & Social Assistance29 (17.0%)142 (83.0%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services47 (42.7%)63 (57.3%)
Public Administration101 (62.7%)60 (37.3%)
Total767 (48.1%)827 (51.9%)

Education in Hidalgo County

School Enrollment in Hidalgo County

The most common levels of schooling among the 743 students in Hidalgo County are elementary school (238 | 32.0%), middle school (209 | 28.1%), and high school (171 | 23.0%).
School Enrollment in Hidalgo County
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool364.9%
Kindergarten212.8%
Elementary School23832.0%
Middle School20928.1%
High School17123.0%
College / Undergraduate435.8%
Graduate / Professional253.4%
Total743100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Hidalgo County

Out of a total of 743 students who are enrolled in schools in Hidalgo County, 19 (2.6%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 724 (97.4%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 18 to 19 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 15 (44.1% 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 29 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Hidalgo County
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds29 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old232 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds283 (98.6%)4 (1.4%)
15 to 17 Year Olds78 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds19 (55.9%)15 (44.1%)
20 to 24 Year Olds50 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over25 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total724 (97.4%)19 (2.6%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Hidalgo County

Education (128 | 23.3%), bio, nature & agricultural (86 | 15.6%), business (74 | 13.5%), arts & humanities (68 | 12.4%), and liberal arts & history (52 | 9.5%) are the most common fields of study among 550 individuals in Hidalgo County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Hidalgo County
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics71.3%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural8615.6%
Physical & Health Sciences244.4%
Psychology30.5%
Social Sciences183.3%
Engineering00.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies315.6%
Science & Technology346.2%
Business7413.5%
Education12823.3%
Literature & Languages30.5%
Liberal Arts & History529.5%
Visual & Performing Arts224.0%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities6812.4%
Total550100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Hidalgo County

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Hidalgo County

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Hidalgo County are males with 2 vehicles (301, accounting for 39.8%) and females with 2 vehicles (373, making up 36.5%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Hidalgo County
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle3 (0.4%)23 (2.8%)
1 Vehicle104 (13.8%)129 (15.6%)
2 Vehicles301 (39.8%)373 (45.2%)
3 Vehicles255 (33.7%)210 (25.5%)
4 Vehicles61 (8.1%)72 (8.7%)
5 or more Vehicles32 (4.2%)18 (2.2%)
Total756 (100.0%)825 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Hidalgo County

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Hidalgo County are 5 to 9 minutes (367 commuters, 23.8%), 10 to 14 minutes (298 commuters, 19.4%), and less than 5 minutes (176 commuters, 11.4%).
Commute Time in Hidalgo County
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes17611.4%
5 to 9 Minutes36723.8%
10 to 14 Minutes29819.4%
15 to 19 Minutes1519.8%
20 to 24 Minutes694.5%
25 to 29 Minutes322.1%
30 to 34 Minutes825.3%
35 to 39 Minutes00.0%
40 to 44 Minutes402.6%
45 to 59 Minutes16210.5%
60 to 89 Minutes614.0%
90 or more Minutes1026.6%

Commute Time by Sex in Hidalgo County

The most common commute times in Hidalgo County are 5 to 9 minutes (133 commuters, 17.1%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (234 commuters, 30.8%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Hidalgo County
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes121 (15.5%)55 (7.2%)
5 to 9 Minutes133 (17.1%)234 (30.8%)
10 to 14 Minutes132 (16.9%)166 (21.8%)
15 to 19 Minutes66 (8.5%)85 (11.2%)
20 to 24 Minutes41 (5.3%)28 (3.7%)
25 to 29 Minutes23 (2.9%)9 (1.2%)
30 to 34 Minutes57 (7.3%)25 (3.3%)
35 to 39 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes19 (2.4%)21 (2.8%)
45 to 59 Minutes37 (4.7%)125 (16.5%)
60 to 89 Minutes61 (7.8%)0 (0.0%)
90 or more Minutes90 (11.5%)12 (1.6%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Hidalgo County

The most frequent times of departure to work in Hidalgo County are 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM (116, 14.9%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (197, 25.9%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Hidalgo County
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM96 (12.3%)11 (1.5%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM88 (11.3%)28 (3.7%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM16 (2.1%)27 (3.5%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM101 (13.0%)31 (4.1%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM116 (14.9%)16 (2.1%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM83 (10.6%)174 (22.9%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM116 (14.9%)197 (25.9%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM51 (6.5%)40 (5.3%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM6 (0.8%)36 (4.7%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM10 (1.3%)63 (8.3%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM13 (1.7%)8 (1.1%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM43 (5.5%)26 (3.4%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM41 (5.3%)103 (13.6%)
Total780 (100.0%)760 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Hidalgo County

Occupancy by Ownership in Hidalgo County

Of the total 1,557 dwellings in Hidalgo County, owner-occupied units account for 1,100 (70.7%), while renter-occupied units make up 457 (29.3%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Hidalgo County
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units1,10070.7%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units45729.3%
Total Occupied Housing Units1,557100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Hidalgo County

Occupancy by Household Size in Hidalgo County
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household50732.6%
2-Person Household56036.0%
3-Person Household22614.5%
4+ Person Household26417.0%
Total Housing Units1,557100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Hidalgo County

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Hidalgo County
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household263 (51.9%)244 (48.1%)
2-Person Household464 (82.9%)96 (17.1%)
3-Person Household178 (78.8%)48 (21.2%)
4+ Person Household195 (73.9%)69 (26.1%)
Total Housing Units1,100 (70.7%)457 (29.3%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Hidalgo County

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Hidalgo County
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School194 (66.7%)97 (33.3%)
High School Diploma293 (64.5%)161 (35.5%)
College/Associate Degree303 (63.0%)178 (37.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher310 (93.7%)21 (6.3%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Hidalgo County

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Hidalgo County
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years27417.6%
35 to 44 Years1519.7%
45 to 54 Years21713.9%
55 to 64 Years33521.5%
65 to 74 Years29218.8%
75 to 84 Years21713.9%
85 Years and Over714.6%
Total1,557100.0%

Housing Finances in Hidalgo County

Median Income by Occupancy in Hidalgo County

Median Income by Occupancy in Hidalgo County
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied1,100 (70.7%)$61,742
Renter-Occupied457 (29.3%)$22,669
Average1,557 (100.0%)$53,651

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Hidalgo County

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Hidalgo County
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0007 (0.6%)30 (6.6%)
$5,000 to $9,99916 (1.5%)21 (4.6%)
$10,000 to $14,99936 (3.3%)75 (16.4%)
$15,000 to $19,99942 (3.8%)90 (19.7%)
$20,000 to $24,99951 (4.6%)47 (10.3%)
$25,000 to $34,99999 (9.0%)45 (9.9%)
$35,000 to $49,999138 (12.6%)23 (5.0%)
$50,000 to $74,999342 (31.1%)56 (12.2%)
$75,000 to $99,999115 (10.4%)34 (7.4%)
$100,000 to $149,999155 (14.1%)26 (5.7%)
$150,000 or more99 (9.0%)10 (2.2%)
Total1,100 (100.0%)457 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Hidalgo County

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Hidalgo County
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $300294 (26.7%)65 (14.2%)
$300 to $499321 (29.2%)81 (17.7%)
$500 to $799152 (13.8%)109 (23.8%)
$800 to $999138 (12.6%)83 (18.2%)
$1,000 to $1,499126 (11.5%)65 (14.2%)
$1,500 to $1,99938 (3.5%)0 (0.0%)
$2,000 to $2,49924 (2.2%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9997 (0.6%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,100 (100.0%)457 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Hidalgo County

Housing Structures in Hidalgo County

Housing Structures in Hidalgo County
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached82853.2%
Single Unit, Attached271.7%
2 Unit Apartments130.8%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments40.3%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments130.8%
10 or more Apartments875.6%
Mobile Home / Other58537.6%
Total1,557100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Hidalgo County

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Hidalgo County
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached660 (79.7%)168 (20.3%)
Single Unit, Attached8 (29.6%)19 (70.4%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)13 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)13 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)87 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other432 (73.9%)153 (26.2%)
Total1,100 (70.7%)457 (29.3%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Hidalgo County

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Hidalgo County
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms16 (1.5%)88 (19.3%)
4 or 5 Rooms339 (30.8%)150 (32.8%)
6 or 7 Rooms448 (40.7%)186 (40.7%)
8 or more Rooms297 (27.0%)33 (7.2%)
Total1,100 (100.0%)457 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Hidalgo County

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Hidalgo County
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas371 (33.7%)169 (37.0%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas152 (13.8%)14 (3.1%)
Electricity514 (46.7%)258 (56.5%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels63 (5.7%)16 (3.5%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,100 (100.0%)457 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Hidalgo County

Household Vehicle Usage in Hidalgo County
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle21 (1.9%)91 (19.9%)
1 Vehicle304 (27.6%)157 (34.4%)
2 Vehicles444 (40.4%)131 (28.7%)
3 or more Vehicles331 (30.1%)78 (17.1%)
Total1,100 (100.0%)457 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Hidalgo County

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Hidalgo County

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units740360
Median Property Value$82,800$129,900
Median Household Income$53,182$46
Monthly Housing Costs$331$0
Real Estate Taxes$485$5

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Hidalgo County

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Hidalgo County
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,000148 (20.0%)10 (2.8%)
$50,000 to $99,999292 (39.5%)83 (23.1%)
$100,000 to $299,999234 (31.6%)247 (68.6%)
$300,000 to $499,99929 (3.9%)15 (4.2%)
$500,000 to $749,9995 (0.7%)5 (1.4%)
$750,000 to $999,99919 (2.6%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more13 (1.8%)0 (0.0%)
Total740 (100.0%)360 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Hidalgo County

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Hidalgo County
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00023 (3.1%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,999116 (15.7%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99966 (8.9%)13 (3.6%)
$35,000 to $49,999118 (16.0%)33 (9.2%)
$50,000 to $74,999209 (28.2%)20 (5.6%)
$75,000 to $99,99953 (7.2%)133 (36.9%)
$100,000 to $149,999102 (13.8%)62 (17.2%)
$150,000 or more53 (7.2%)53 (14.7%)
Total740 (100.0%)360 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Hidalgo County

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Hidalgo County
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x449 (60.7%)71,705 (19,918.1%)
2.0x to 2.9x89 (12.0%)215 (59.7%)
3.0x to 3.9x84 (11.4%)81 (22.5%)
4.0x or more113 (15.3%)10 (2.8%)
Total740 (100.0%)360 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Hidalgo County

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Hidalgo County
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800582 (78.6%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,499117 (15.8%)232 (64.4%)
$800 to $1,4997 (0.9%)109 (30.3%)
Total740 (100.0%)360 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Hidalgo County

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Hidalgo County

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Hidalgo County
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years291 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years634 (94.9%)34 (5.1%)
19 to 25 Years245 (89.1%)30 (10.9%)
26 to 34 Years440 (91.3%)42 (8.7%)
35 to 44 Years316 (72.5%)120 (27.5%)
45 to 54 Years376 (92.8%)29 (7.2%)
55 to 64 Years529 (86.0%)86 (14.0%)
65 to 74 Years513 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older360 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total3,704 (91.6%)341 (8.4%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Hidalgo County

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Hidalgo County
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born291 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen634 (94.9%)34 (5.1%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen245 (89.1%)30 (10.9%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Hidalgo County

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Hidalgo County
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000676 (91.5%)63 (8.5%)
$25,000 to $49,999631 (81.3%)145 (18.7%)
$50,000 to $74,999936 (93.7%)63 (6.3%)
$75,000 to $99,999402 (88.9%)50 (11.1%)
$100,000 and over1,059 (98.2%)20 (1.8%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Hidalgo County

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Hidalgo County
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 6216 (74.2%)128 (44.0%)
6 to 18 Years397 (59.4%)328 (49.1%)
19 to 25 Years113 (41.1%)151 (54.9%)
25 to 34 Years297 (61.6%)253 (52.5%)
35 to 44 Years77 (17.7%)279 (64.0%)
45 to 54 Years113 (27.9%)278 (68.6%)
55 to 64 Years235 (38.2%)312 (50.7%)
65 to 74 Years489 (95.3%)243 (47.4%)
75 Years and over360 (100.0%)148 (41.1%)
Total2,297 (56.8%)2,120 (52.4%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Hidalgo County

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Hidalgo County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years7 (2.7%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years80 (18.9%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years151 (21.1%)116 (15.7%)
65 to 74 Years100 (38.5%)69 (27.3%)
75 Years and over63 (38.0%)121 (62.4%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Hidalgo County

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Hidalgo County: <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 Years59 (8.2%)15 (2.0%)
65 to 74 Years36 (13.9%)45 (17.8%)
75 Years and over24 (14.5%)71 (36.6%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Hidalgo County: <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 Years17 (4.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years70 (9.8%)7 (0.9%)
65 to 74 Years6 (2.3%)25 (9.9%)
75 Years and over24 (14.5%)23 (11.9%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Hidalgo County: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years7 (2.7%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years63 (14.9%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years37 (5.2%)34 (4.6%)
65 to 74 Years36 (13.9%)1 (0.4%)
75 Years and over5 (3.0%)30 (15.5%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Hidalgo County: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years17 (4.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years80 (11.2%)90 (12.2%)
65 to 74 Years36 (13.9%)35 (13.8%)
75 Years and over52 (31.3%)80 (41.2%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Hidalgo County: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years14 (3.3%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years6 (0.8%)26 (3.5%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)19 (7.5%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)15 (7.7%)

Technology Access in Hidalgo County

Computing Device Access in Hidalgo County

Computing Device Access in Hidalgo County
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop89757.6%
Smartphone1,25780.7%
Tablet81252.1%
No Computing Device22714.6%
Total1,557100.0%

Internet Access in Hidalgo County

Internet Access in Hidalgo County
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home75648.5%
Cellular Data Only25516.4%
Satellite Internet21013.5%
No Internet37924.3%
Total1,557100.0%

Hidalgo County Summary

Hidalgo County is located in the southwestern corner of New Mexico, and is bordered by Arizona to the west and Mexico to the south. It is the fourth-largest county in the state, with an area of 4,541 square miles. The county seat is Lordsburg, and the largest city is Animas. The county was established in 1919, and is named for Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla, a Mexican priest who is considered the father of Mexican independence.

Geography

Hidalgo County is located in the Chihuahuan Desert, and is characterized by hot, dry summers and mild winters. The county is mostly flat, with elevations ranging from 3,000 to 4,000 feet. The county is home to several mountain ranges, including the Animas Mountains, the Peloncillo Mountains, and the Little Hatchet Mountains. The county is also home to several rivers, including the San Simon, the Mimbres, and the San Bernardino.
The county is home to several protected areas, including the Coronado National Forest, the Gila National Forest, and the San Bernardino National Wildlife Refuge. The county is also home to several state parks, including the Caballo Lake State Park, the Rockhound State Park, and the City of Rocks State Park.

Economy

Hidalgo County has a diverse economy, with the largest industries being agriculture, mining, and tourism. Agriculture is the largest industry in the county, with the main crops being cotton, alfalfa, and pecans. Mining is also an important industry in the county, with copper, gold, and silver being the main minerals mined. Tourism is also an important industry in the county, with the county being home to several state parks and national forests.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, Hidalgo County had a population of 4,894. The population was 53.2% Hispanic or Latino, 43.2% White, 1.2% Native American, 0.3% Asian, 0.1% Black or African American, and 0.1% Pacific Islander. The median household income was $30,938, and the median family income was $35,938. The per capita income was $14,945.

Conclusion

Hidalgo County is a diverse and vibrant county located in the southwestern corner of New Mexico. The county is home to several mountain ranges, rivers, and protected areas, and has a diverse economy that includes agriculture, mining, and tourism. The county has a population that is majority Hispanic or Latino, and has a median household income of $30,938. Hidalgo County is an important part of the state of New Mexico, and is a great place to live and work.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Hidalgo County?
Total Population of Hidalgo County is 4,160.
What is the Total Male Population of Hidalgo County?
Total Male Population of Hidalgo County is 2,066.
What is the Total Female Population of Hidalgo County?
Total Female Population of Hidalgo County is 2,094.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Hidalgo County?
There are 98.66 Males per 100 Females in Hidalgo County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Hidalgo County?
There are 101.36 Females per 100 Males in Hidalgo County.
What is the Median Population Age in Hidalgo County?
Median Population Age in Hidalgo County is 42.1 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Hidalgo County
Average Family Size in Hidalgo County is 3.3 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Hidalgo County
Average Household Size in Hidalgo County is 2.6 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Hidalgo County?
Per Capita income in Hidalgo County is $25,476.
What is the Median Family Income in Hidalgo County?
Median Family Income in Hidalgo County is $63,467.
What is the Median Household income in Hidalgo County?
Median Household Income in Hidalgo County is $53,651.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Hidalgo County?
Income or Wage Gap in Hidalgo County is 25.0%.
Women in Hidalgo County earn 75.0 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Hidalgo County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Hidalgo County is 0.42.
How Large is the Labor Force in Hidalgo County?
There are 1,714 People in the Labor Forcein in Hidalgo County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Hidalgo County?
52.1% of People are in the Labor Force in Hidalgo County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Hidalgo County?
Unemployment Rate in Hidalgo County is 4.4%.