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Garza County Overview

$22,188
PER CAPITA INCOME
$82,386
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$56,215
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
27.6%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
72.4¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$6,704
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.40
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
5,735
TOTAL POPULATION
3,485
MALE POPULATION
2,250
FEMALE POPULATION
154.89
MALES / 100 FEMALES
64.56
FEMALES / 100 MALES
41.8
MEDIAN AGE
3.1
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.6
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
1,843
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
37.1%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
9.9%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Garza County Area Codes

Income in Garza County

Income Overview in Garza County

Per Capita Income in Garza County is $22,188, while median incomes of families and households are $82,386 and $56,215 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income5,735$22,188
Median Family Income1,161$82,386
Mean Family Income1,161$86,788
Median Household Income1,677$56,215
Mean Household Income1,677$72,497
Income Deficit1,161$6,704
Wage / Income Gap (%)5,73527.64%
Wage / Income Gap ($)5,73572.36¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index5,7350.40

Earnings by Sex in Garza County

Average Earnings in Garza County are $37,582, $44,375 for men and $32,108 for women, a difference of 27.6%.
Earnings by Sex in Garza County
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male1,168 (59.3%)$44,375
Female802 (40.7%)$32,108
Total1,970 (100.0%)$37,582

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Garza County

The most common earnings brackets in Garza County are $100,000+ for men (169 | 14.5%) and $30,000 to $34,999 for women (99 | 12.3%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Garza County
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less51 (4.4%)90 (11.2%)
$2,500 to $4,99984 (7.2%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $7,49921 (1.8%)10 (1.3%)
$7,500 to $9,99912 (1.0%)25 (3.1%)
$10,000 to $12,4990 (0.0%)70 (8.7%)
$12,500 to $14,99911 (0.9%)41 (5.1%)
$15,000 to $17,49912 (1.0%)40 (5.0%)
$17,500 to $19,99928 (2.4%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $22,49954 (4.6%)18 (2.2%)
$22,500 to $24,99913 (1.1%)6 (0.7%)
$25,000 to $29,999117 (10.0%)58 (7.2%)
$30,000 to $34,99940 (3.4%)99 (12.3%)
$35,000 to $39,99983 (7.1%)90 (11.2%)
$40,000 to $44,99963 (5.4%)20 (2.5%)
$45,000 to $49,99964 (5.5%)95 (11.8%)
$50,000 to $54,99932 (2.7%)27 (3.4%)
$55,000 to $64,99987 (7.4%)41 (5.1%)
$65,000 to $74,999108 (9.2%)15 (1.9%)
$75,000 to $99,999119 (10.2%)18 (2.2%)
$100,000+169 (14.5%)39 (4.9%)
Total1,168 (100.0%)802 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Garza County

Average earnings in Garza County are $50,739 for men and $35,469 for women, a difference of 30.1%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $76,250, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $37,083. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $47,974, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $2,499.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Garza County
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$41,667$2,499
High School Diploma$37,083$29,489
College or Associate's Degree$59,274$47,344
Bachelor's Degree--
Graduate Degree$76,250$47,974
Total$50,739$35,469

Family Income in Garza County

Family Income Brackets in Garza County

According to the Garza County family income data, there are 368 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 31.7% of all families. Conversely, the less than $10,000 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 6 families (0.5%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Garza County
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00060.5%
$10,000 to $14,999131.1%
$15,000 to $24,999423.6%
$25,000 to $34,999685.9%
$35,000 to $49,99921718.7%
$50,000 to $74,99917615.2%
$75,000 to $99,99916314.0%
$100,000 to $149,99936831.7%
$150,000 to $199,999726.2%
$200,000+353.0%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Garza County

5-person families (14 | 1.2%) account for the highest median family income in Garza County with $103,929 per family, while 2-person families (596 | 51.3%) have the highest median income of $37,165 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Garza County
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families596 (51.3%)$74,330
3-Person Families221 (19.0%)$101,992
4-Person Families237 (20.4%)$0
5-Person Families14 (1.2%)$103,929
6-Person Families24 (2.1%)$0
7+ Person Families69 (5.9%)$0
Total1,161 (100.0%)$82,386

Family Income by Number of Earners in Garza County

The median family income in Garza County is $82,386, with families comprising 3+ earners (93) having the highest median family income of $111,953, while families with no earners (184) have the lowest median family income of $58,077, accounting for 8.0% and 15.9% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Garza County
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners184 (15.9%)$58,077
1 Earner479 (41.3%)$78,672
2 Earners405 (34.9%)$100,827
3+ Earners93 (8.0%)$111,953
Total1,161 (100.0%)$82,386

Household Income in Garza County

Household Income Brackets in Garza County

With 382 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in Garza County, accounting for 22.8% of all households. In contrast, only 20 households (1.2%) fall into the less than $10,000 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Garza County
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000201.2%
$10,000 to $14,99919511.6%
$15,000 to $24,999845.0%
$25,000 to $34,99919511.6%
$35,000 to $49,99926215.6%
$50,000 to $74,99924714.7%
$75,000 to $99,9991649.8%
$100,000 to $149,99938222.8%
$150,000 to $199,999845.0%
$200,000+472.8%

Household Income by Householder Age in Garza County

The median household income in Garza County is $56,215, with the highest median household income of $81,402 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 649 households (38.7%) 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 23 households (1.4%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Garza County
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years23 (1.4%)$0
25 to 44 Years371 (22.1%)$71,750
45 to 64 Years649 (38.7%)$81,402
65+ Years634 (37.8%)$35,931
Total1,677 (100.0%)$56,215

Poverty in Garza County

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Garza County

With 17.4% poverty level for males and 13.5% for females among the residents of Garza County, 6 to 11 year old males and 16 and 17 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 133 males (75.1%) and 22 females (56.4%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Garza County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years133 (75.1%)27 (16.5%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)26 (45.6%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)22 (56.4%)
18 to 24 Years24 (8.7%)9 (2.7%)
25 to 34 Years44 (14.2%)30 (15.4%)
35 to 44 Years26 (22.2%)13 (7.1%)
45 to 54 Years2 (0.7%)22 (7.5%)
55 to 64 Years75 (23.7%)52 (16.7%)
65 to 74 Years29 (16.6%)20 (9.9%)
75 Years and over35 (16.0%)74 (25.3%)
Total368 (17.4%)295 (13.5%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Garza County

According to the poverty statistics in Garza County, 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 Garza County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years104 (100.0%)61 (100.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)19 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years44 (24.9%)137 (83.5%)
12 to 14 Years56 (100.0%)31 (54.4%)
15 Years31 (100.0%)40 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years55 (100.0%)17 (43.6%)
18 to 24 Years252 (91.3%)323 (97.3%)
25 to 34 Years265 (85.8%)165 (84.6%)
35 to 44 Years91 (77.8%)170 (92.9%)
45 to 54 Years282 (99.3%)270 (92.5%)
55 to 64 Years241 (76.3%)260 (83.3%)
65 to 74 Years146 (83.4%)183 (90.1%)
75 Years and over184 (84.0%)218 (74.7%)
Total1,751 (82.6%)1,894 (86.5%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Garza County

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Garza County show that 4.5% or 44 of the total 967 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 74.1%, comprising of 20 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 Garza County
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children632 (96.3%)24 (3.7%)
1 or 2 Children222 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children7 (25.9%)20 (74.1%)
5 or more Children62 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total923 (95.5%)44 (4.5%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Garza County

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Garza County
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)24 (21.4%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)13 (100.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)37 (21.0%)

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

The poverty data for Garza County shows that 44 of the married-couple family households (4.5%) and 37 of the single-parent households (19.1%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 20 households (74.1%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 13 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Garza County
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children24 (3.7%)24 (18.6%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children20 (74.1%)13 (100.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total44 (4.5%)37 (19.1%)

Race in Garza County

The most populous races in Garza County are White / Caucasian (4,026 | 70.2%), Hispanic or Latino (2,684 | 46.8%), and Two or more Races (728 | 12.7%).
Race in Garza County
Race# Population% Population
Asian671.2%
Black / African American5409.4%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino2,68446.8%
Native / Alaskan370.6%
White / Caucasian4,02670.2%
Two or more Races72812.7%
Some other Race3375.9%
Total5,735100.0%

Ancestry in Garza County

The most populous ancestries reported in Garza County are Mexican (2,330 | 40.6%), English (343 | 6.0%), Irish (331 | 5.8%), German (304 | 5.3%), and American (249 | 4.3%), together accounting for 62.0% of all Garza County residents.
Ancestry in Garza County
Ancestry# Population% Population
American2494.3%
Apache20.0%
Austrian120.2%
Basque70.1%
Central American601.1%
Cherokee10.0%
Choctaw10.0%
Colombian70.1%
Comanche220.4%
Cuban70.1%
Dominican120.2%
Dutch340.6%
Ecuadorian120.2%
English3436.0%
European1292.2%
French370.6%
French Canadian20.0%
German3045.3%
Guatemalan200.4%
Honduran400.7%
Hopi20.0%
Indian (Asian)520.9%
Irish3315.8%
Italian220.4%
Jamaican170.3%
Korean150.3%
Mexican2,33040.6%
Northern European80.1%
Norwegian30.1%
Pennsylvania German120.2%
Polish80.1%
Puerto Rican240.4%
Scotch-Irish50.1%
Scottish470.8%
South American190.3%
Spaniard210.4%
Spanish210.4%
Swiss110.2%
Welsh150.3%
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Immigrants in Garza County

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Garza County came from Latin America (1,102 | 19.2%), Central America (1,037 | 18.1%), Mexico (951 | 16.6%), Asia (74 | 1.3%), and Caribbean (43 | 0.7%), together accounting for 55.9% of all Garza County residents.
Immigrants in Garza County
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Asia741.3%
Canada70.1%
Caribbean430.7%
Central America1,03718.1%
China320.6%
Colombia100.2%
Cuba140.2%
Dominican Republic120.2%
Eastern Asia320.6%
Ecuador120.2%
El Salvador70.1%
Guatemala380.7%
Honduras410.7%
Israel100.2%
Jamaica170.3%
Latin America1,10219.2%
Mexico95116.6%
Philippines280.5%
South America220.4%
South Eastern Asia320.6%
Thailand40.1%
Western Asia100.2%
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Sex and Age in Garza County

Sex and Age in Garza County

The most populous age groups in Garza County are 45 to 49 Years (404 | 11.6%) for men and 20 to 24 Years (257 | 11.4%) for women.
Sex and Age in Garza County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years104 (3.0%)61 (2.7%)
5 to 9 Years105 (3.0%)106 (4.7%)
10 to 14 Years148 (4.3%)166 (7.4%)
15 to 19 Years211 (6.0%)154 (6.8%)
20 to 24 Years265 (7.6%)257 (11.4%)
25 to 29 Years308 (8.8%)77 (3.4%)
30 to 34 Years275 (7.9%)122 (5.4%)
35 to 39 Years276 (7.9%)42 (1.9%)
40 to 44 Years342 (9.8%)150 (6.7%)
45 to 49 Years404 (11.6%)150 (6.7%)
50 to 54 Years197 (5.7%)142 (6.3%)
55 to 59 Years151 (4.3%)189 (8.4%)
60 to 64 Years242 (6.9%)128 (5.7%)
65 to 69 Years178 (5.1%)124 (5.5%)
70 to 74 Years38 (1.1%)90 (4.0%)
75 to 79 Years65 (1.9%)176 (7.8%)
80 to 84 Years61 (1.8%)75 (3.3%)
85 Years and over115 (3.3%)41 (1.8%)
Total3,485 (100.0%)2,250 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Garza County

Median Family Size in Garza County

The median family size in Garza County is 3.11 persons per family, with single male/father families (18 | 1.5%) accounting for the largest median family size of 4.61 persons per family. On the other hand, married-couple families (967 | 83.3%) represent the smallest median family size with 3.05 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Garza County
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple967 (83.3%)3.05
Single Male/Father18 (1.5%)4.61
Single Female/Mother176 (15.2%)3.30
Total Families1,161 (100.0%)3.11

Median Household Size in Garza County

The median household size in Garza County is 2.59 persons per household, with single male/father households (18 | 1.1%) accounting for the largest median household size of 4.61 persons per household. non-family households (516 | 30.8%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.17 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Garza County
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple967 (57.7%)3.12
Single Male/Father18 (1.1%)4.61
Single Female/Mother176 (10.5%)3.64
Non-family516 (30.8%)1.17
Total Households1,677 (100.0%)2.59

Household Size by Marriage Status in Garza County

Out of a total of 1,677 households in Garza County, 1,161 (69.2%) are family households, while 516 (30.8%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 579, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 442.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Garza County
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-442 (26.4%)
2-Person Households579 (34.5%)74 (4.4%)
3-Person Households207 (12.3%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households238 (14.2%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households27 (1.6%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households41 (2.4%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households69 (4.1%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,161 (69.2%)516 (30.8%)

Female Fertility in Garza County

Fertility by Age in Garza County

Average fertility rate in Garza County is 2.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 4.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 100.0% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Garza County
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years2 (100.0%)4.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total2 (100.0%)2.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Garza County

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Garza County
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in Garza County

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Garza County
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0.0
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Bachelor's Degree2 (100.0%)19.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total2 (100.0%)2.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Garza County

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Garza County
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Employment Characteristics in Garza County

Employment by Class of Employer in Garza County

Among the 1,616 employed individuals in Garza County, private company employees (893 | 55.3%), local government employees (200 | 12.4%), and not-for-profit organizations (144 | 8.9%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Garza County
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees89355.3%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)1086.7%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)996.1%
Not-for-profit Organizations1448.9%
Local Government Employees20012.4%
State Government Employees1096.8%
Federal Government Employees633.9%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total1,616100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Garza County

According to the labor force statistics for Garza County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (4,969), 37.1% or 1,843 individuals are in the labor force, with 9.9% or 182 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 30 to 34 years, with 70.3% or 279 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 20 to 24 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 36.7% or 109 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Garza County
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years44 (15.2%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years297 (56.9%)109 (36.7%)
25 to 29 Years186 (48.3%)44 (23.7%)
30 to 34 Years279 (70.3%)25 (9.0%)
35 to 44 Years160 (19.8%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years467 (52.3%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years172 (50.6%)4 (2.3%)
60 to 64 Years152 (41.1%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years57 (13.3%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over30 (5.6%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,843 (37.1%)182 (9.9%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Garza County

According to labor force statistics for Garza County, 44.3% of individuals (1,415) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (3,195) are in the labor force, with 5.2% or 74 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 77.4% or 318 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 9.3% or 44 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Garza County
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School307 (31.9%)78 (8.1%)
High School Diploma475 (44.6%)99 (9.3%)
College / Associate Degree316 (41.7%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher318 (77.4%)5 (1.3%)
Total1,415 (44.3%)166 (5.2%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Garza County

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Garza County are Community & Social Service (219 | 13.2%), Management (195 | 11.7%), Education Instruction & Library (149 | 9.0%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (100 | 6.0%), and Business & Financial (75 | 4.5%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Garza County

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Garza 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 Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%), Education Instruction & Library (98.7%), and Community & Social Service (81.7%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Garza County
OccupationMaleFemale
Management107 (54.9%)88 (45.1%)
Business & Financial41 (54.7%)34 (45.3%)
Computers, Engineering & Science44 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers & Mathematics4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering27 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 40 (18.3%)179 (81.7%)
Education, Arts & Media38 (56.7%)29 (43.3%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library2 (1.3%)147 (98.7%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)3 (100.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating47 (47.0%)53 (53.0%)
Health Technologists45 (69.2%)20 (30.8%)
Total (Category)279 (44.1%)354 (55.9%)
Total (Overall)940 (56.6%)722 (43.4%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Garza County are Food Preparation & Serving (189 | 11.4%), Healthcare Support (41 | 2.5%), Personal Care & Service (31 | 1.9%), Security & Protection (24 | 1.4%), and Law Enforcement (22 | 1.3%).
Services Occupations in Garza County

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Garza 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 (100.0%), Cleaning & Maintenance (100.0%), and Personal Care & Service (96.8%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Garza County
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)41 (100.0%)
Security & Protection24 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement22 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving129 (68.2%)60 (31.8%)
Cleaning & Maintenance0 (0.0%)21 (100.0%)
Personal Care & Service1 (3.2%)30 (96.8%)
Total (Category)154 (50.3%)152 (49.7%)
Total (Overall)940 (56.6%)722 (43.4%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Garza County are Office & Administration (159 | 9.6%), and Sales & Related (91 | 5.5%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Garza County

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Garza County
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related48 (52.7%)43 (47.2%)
Office & Administration22 (13.8%)137 (86.2%)
Total (Category)70 (28.0%)180 (72.0%)
Total (Overall)940 (56.6%)722 (43.4%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Garza County are Construction & Extraction (115 | 6.9%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (15 | 0.9%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (10 | 0.6%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Garza County

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Garza County
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction115 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)140 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)940 (56.6%)722 (43.4%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Garza County are Transportation (180 | 10.8%), Production (106 | 6.4%), and Material Moving (47 | 2.8%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Garza County

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Garza County
OccupationMaleFemale
Production70 (66.0%)36 (34.0%)
Transportation180 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving47 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)297 (89.2%)36 (10.8%)
Total (Overall)940 (56.6%)722 (43.4%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Garza County

Employment Industries in Garza County

The major employment industries in Garza County include Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (233 | 14.0%), Educational Services (221 | 13.3%), Accommodation & Food Services (206 | 12.4%), Public Administration (161 | 9.7%), and Transportation & Warehousing (137 | 8.2%).
Employment Industries in Garza County

Employment Industries by Sex in Garza County

The Garza County industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Construction (100.0%), and Wholesale Trade (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (100.0%), Administrative & Support (100.0%), and Educational Services (89.6%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Garza County
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting19 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction171 (73.4%)62 (26.6%)
Construction82 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing85 (66.9%)42 (33.1%)
Wholesale Trade22 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade59 (57.8%)43 (42.2%)
Transportation & Warehousing129 (94.2%)8 (5.8%)
Utilities14 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance12 (19.7%)49 (80.3%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)7 (100.0%)
Professional & Scientific27 (38.0%)44 (62.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support0 (0.0%)16 (100.0%)
Educational Services23 (10.4%)198 (89.6%)
Health Care & Social Assistance47 (35.6%)85 (64.4%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services129 (62.6%)77 (37.4%)
Public Administration103 (64.0%)58 (36.0%)
Total940 (56.6%)722 (43.4%)

Education in Garza County

School Enrollment in Garza County

The most common levels of schooling among the 1,033 students in Garza County are middle school (309 | 29.9%), high school (226 | 21.9%), and college / undergraduate (191 | 18.5%).
School Enrollment in Garza County
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool40.4%
Kindergarten706.8%
Elementary School16816.3%
Middle School30929.9%
High School22621.9%
College / Undergraduate19118.5%
Graduate / Professional656.3%
Total1,033100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Garza County

Out of a total of 1,033 students who are enrolled in schools in Garza County, 96 (9.3%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 937 (90.7%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 35 years and over has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 17 (38.6% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 4 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Garza County
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old203 (96.2%)8 (3.8%)
10 to 14 Year Olds279 (88.8%)35 (11.2%)
15 to 17 Year Olds157 (81.4%)36 (18.6%)
18 to 19 Year Olds87 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds168 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over27 (61.4%)17 (38.6%)
Total937 (90.7%)96 (9.3%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Garza County

Bio, nature & agricultural (137 | 23.2%), business (88 | 14.9%), arts & humanities (67 | 11.3%), communications (56 | 9.5%), and science & technology (54 | 9.1%) are the most common fields of study among 591 individuals in Garza County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Garza County
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics20.3%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural13723.2%
Physical & Health Sciences142.4%
Psychology294.9%
Social Sciences20.3%
Engineering406.8%
Multidisciplinary Studies50.9%
Science & Technology549.1%
Business8814.9%
Education518.6%
Literature & Languages30.5%
Liberal Arts & History193.2%
Visual & Performing Arts244.1%
Communications569.5%
Arts & Humanities6711.3%
Total591100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Garza County

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Garza County

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Garza County are males with 2 vehicles (309, accounting for 32.9%) and females with 2 vehicles (294, making up 45.7%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Garza County
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle8 (0.9%)8 (1.2%)
1 Vehicle137 (14.6%)117 (17.3%)
2 Vehicles309 (32.9%)294 (43.5%)
3 Vehicles251 (26.8%)131 (19.4%)
4 Vehicles110 (11.7%)74 (11.0%)
5 or more Vehicles123 (13.1%)52 (7.7%)
Total938 (100.0%)676 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Garza County

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Garza County are less than 5 minutes (438 commuters, 27.1%), 5 to 9 minutes (343 commuters, 21.2%), and 10 to 14 minutes (244 commuters, 15.1%).
Commute Time in Garza County
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes43827.1%
5 to 9 Minutes34321.2%
10 to 14 Minutes24415.1%
15 to 19 Minutes674.2%
20 to 24 Minutes402.5%
25 to 29 Minutes90.6%
30 to 34 Minutes674.2%
35 to 39 Minutes362.2%
40 to 44 Minutes392.4%
45 to 59 Minutes22513.9%
60 to 89 Minutes633.9%
90 or more Minutes432.7%

Commute Time by Sex in Garza County

The most common commute times in Garza County are less than 5 minutes (225 commuters, 24.0%) for males and less than 5 minutes (213 commuters, 31.5%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Garza County
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes225 (24.0%)213 (31.5%)
5 to 9 Minutes201 (21.4%)142 (21.0%)
10 to 14 Minutes131 (14.0%)113 (16.7%)
15 to 19 Minutes66 (7.0%)1 (0.2%)
20 to 24 Minutes36 (3.8%)4 (0.6%)
25 to 29 Minutes8 (0.9%)1 (0.2%)
30 to 34 Minutes34 (3.6%)33 (4.9%)
35 to 39 Minutes27 (2.9%)9 (1.3%)
40 to 44 Minutes22 (2.4%)17 (2.5%)
45 to 59 Minutes113 (12.0%)112 (16.6%)
60 to 89 Minutes32 (3.4%)31 (4.6%)
90 or more Minutes43 (4.6%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Garza County

The most frequent times of departure to work in Garza County are 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM (189, 20.2%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (128, 18.9%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Garza County
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM12 (1.3%)0 (0.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM81 (8.6%)44 (6.5%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM3 (0.3%)0 (0.0%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM110 (11.7%)59 (8.7%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM180 (19.2%)69 (10.2%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM68 (7.2%)97 (14.3%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM72 (7.7%)128 (18.9%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM189 (20.2%)104 (15.4%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM0 (0.0%)15 (2.2%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM29 (3.1%)45 (6.7%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM33 (3.5%)22 (3.3%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)20 (3.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM0 (0.0%)28 (4.1%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM161 (17.2%)45 (6.7%)
Total938 (100.0%)676 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Garza County

Occupancy by Ownership in Garza County

Of the total 1,677 dwellings in Garza County, owner-occupied units account for 1,167 (69.6%), while renter-occupied units make up 510 (30.4%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Garza County
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units1,16769.6%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units51030.4%
Total Occupied Housing Units1,677100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Garza County

Occupancy by Household Size in Garza County
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household44226.4%
2-Person Household65338.9%
3-Person Household20712.3%
4+ Person Household37522.4%
Total Housing Units1,677100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Garza County

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Garza County
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household324 (73.3%)118 (26.7%)
2-Person Household499 (76.4%)154 (23.6%)
3-Person Household166 (80.2%)41 (19.8%)
4+ Person Household178 (47.5%)197 (52.5%)
Total Housing Units1,167 (69.6%)510 (30.4%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Garza County

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Garza County
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School295 (80.4%)72 (19.6%)
High School Diploma342 (66.5%)172 (33.5%)
College/Associate Degree309 (62.9%)182 (37.1%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher221 (72.5%)84 (27.5%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Garza County

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Garza County
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years21112.6%
35 to 44 Years18310.9%
45 to 54 Years33820.2%
55 to 64 Years31118.5%
65 to 74 Years27516.4%
75 to 84 Years22113.2%
85 Years and Over1388.2%
Total1,677100.0%

Housing Finances in Garza County

Median Income by Occupancy in Garza County

Median Income by Occupancy in Garza County
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied1,167 (69.6%)$67,578
Renter-Occupied510 (30.4%)$44,870
Average1,677 (100.0%)$56,215

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Garza County

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Garza County
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0006 (0.5%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $9,9995 (0.4%)9 (1.8%)
$10,000 to $14,999108 (9.2%)86 (16.9%)
$15,000 to $19,99941 (3.5%)31 (6.1%)
$20,000 to $24,99910 (0.9%)2 (0.4%)
$25,000 to $34,999158 (13.5%)36 (7.1%)
$35,000 to $49,999152 (13.0%)109 (21.4%)
$50,000 to $74,999184 (15.8%)63 (12.3%)
$75,000 to $99,999140 (12.0%)24 (4.7%)
$100,000 to $149,999263 (22.5%)119 (23.3%)
$150,000 or more100 (8.6%)31 (6.1%)
Total1,167 (100.0%)510 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Garza County

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Garza County
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $300231 (19.8%)0 (0.0%)
$300 to $499301 (25.8%)104 (20.4%)
$500 to $799298 (25.5%)57 (11.2%)
$800 to $99984 (7.2%)40 (7.8%)
$1,000 to $1,499155 (13.3%)242 (47.4%)
$1,500 to $1,99974 (6.3%)27 (5.3%)
$2,000 to $2,4994 (0.3%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9994 (0.3%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more16 (1.4%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,167 (100.0%)510 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Garza County

Housing Structures in Garza County

Housing Structures in Garza County
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached1,35981.0%
Single Unit, Attached694.1%
2 Unit Apartments533.2%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments291.7%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments00.0%
10 or more Apartments00.0%
Mobile Home / Other16710.0%
Total1,677100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Garza County

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Garza County
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached1,052 (77.4%)307 (22.6%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)69 (100.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)53 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)29 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mobile Home / Other115 (68.9%)52 (31.1%)
Total1,167 (69.6%)510 (30.4%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Garza County

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Garza County
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms2 (0.2%)106 (20.8%)
4 or 5 Rooms536 (45.9%)192 (37.7%)
6 or 7 Rooms405 (34.7%)141 (27.7%)
8 or more Rooms224 (19.2%)71 (13.9%)
Total1,167 (100.0%)510 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Garza County

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Garza County
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas444 (38.1%)269 (52.7%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas117 (10.0%)15 (2.9%)
Electricity561 (48.1%)210 (41.2%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene16 (1.4%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels11 (0.9%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used18 (1.5%)16 (3.1%)
Total1,167 (100.0%)510 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Garza County

Household Vehicle Usage in Garza County
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle90 (7.7%)16 (3.1%)
1 Vehicle211 (18.1%)130 (25.5%)
2 Vehicles417 (35.7%)194 (38.0%)
3 or more Vehicles449 (38.5%)170 (33.3%)
Total1,167 (100.0%)510 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Garza County

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Garza County

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units932235
Median Property Value$73,600$141,400
Median Household Income$49,118$57
Monthly Housing Costs$450$16
Real Estate Taxes$1,259$0

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Garza County

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Garza County
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,000390 (41.8%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $99,999143 (15.3%)87 (37.0%)
$100,000 to $299,999375 (40.2%)125 (53.2%)
$300,000 to $499,99921 (2.2%)19 (8.1%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9993 (0.3%)4 (1.7%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total932 (100.0%)235 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Garza County

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Garza County
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0006 (0.6%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,999159 (17.1%)5 (2.1%)
$25,000 to $34,999158 (17.0%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $49,999149 (16.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,999116 (12.4%)3 (1.3%)
$75,000 to $99,999121 (13.0%)68 (28.9%)
$100,000 to $149,999180 (19.3%)19 (8.1%)
$150,000 or more43 (4.6%)83 (35.3%)
Total932 (100.0%)235 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Garza County

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Garza County
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x631 (67.7%)104,946 (44,657.9%)
2.0x to 2.9x155 (16.6%)152 (64.7%)
3.0x to 3.9x63 (6.8%)51 (21.7%)
4.0x or more77 (8.3%)18 (7.7%)
Total932 (100.0%)235 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Garza County

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Garza County
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800331 (35.5%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,499220 (23.6%)24 (10.2%)
$800 to $1,499364 (39.1%)91 (38.7%)
Total932 (100.0%)235 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Garza County

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Garza County

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Garza County
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years172 (93.5%)12 (6.5%)
6 to 18 Years670 (92.9%)51 (7.1%)
19 to 25 Years502 (87.3%)73 (12.7%)
26 to 34 Years127 (26.3%)356 (73.7%)
35 to 44 Years293 (97.7%)7 (2.3%)
45 to 54 Years435 (75.5%)141 (24.5%)
55 to 64 Years557 (88.7%)71 (11.3%)
65 to 74 Years378 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older511 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total3,645 (83.7%)711 (16.3%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Garza County

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Garza County
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born172 (93.5%)12 (6.5%)
Foreign Born, Citizen670 (92.9%)51 (7.1%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen502 (87.3%)73 (12.7%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Garza County

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Garza County
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000361 (79.0%)96 (21.0%)
$25,000 to $49,999737 (71.2%)298 (28.8%)
$50,000 to $74,999455 (77.0%)136 (23.0%)
$75,000 to $99,999392 (87.9%)54 (12.1%)
$100,000 and over1,696 (93.4%)119 (6.6%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Garza County

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Garza County
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 654 (29.3%)118 (64.1%)
6 to 18 Years167 (23.2%)546 (75.7%)
19 to 25 Years54 (9.4%)502 (87.3%)
25 to 34 Years16 (3.3%)111 (23.0%)
35 to 44 Years44 (14.7%)270 (90.0%)
45 to 54 Years45 (7.8%)419 (72.7%)
55 to 64 Years208 (33.1%)465 (74.0%)
65 to 74 Years378 (100.0%)152 (40.2%)
75 Years and over511 (100.0%)353 (69.1%)
Total1,477 (33.9%)2,936 (67.4%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Garza County

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Garza County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years4 (0.7%)20 (3.8%)
35 to 64 Years153 (21.3%)110 (14.0%)
65 to 74 Years92 (52.6%)97 (47.8%)
75 Years and over133 (60.7%)178 (61.0%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Garza County

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Garza 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 Years4 (0.7%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years32 (4.5%)1 (0.1%)
65 to 74 Years56 (32.0%)30 (14.8%)
75 Years and over87 (39.7%)104 (35.6%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Garza 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 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years15 (2.1%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years30 (17.1%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over11 (5.0%)62 (21.2%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Garza County: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)20 (3.8%)
35 to 64 Years20 (2.8%)37 (4.7%)
65 to 74 Years1 (0.6%)30 (14.8%)
75 Years and over87 (39.7%)69 (23.6%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Garza County: <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 Years116 (16.2%)109 (13.9%)
65 to 74 Years65 (37.1%)97 (47.8%)
75 Years and over124 (56.6%)125 (42.8%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Garza County: <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 Years16 (2.2%)25 (3.2%)
65 to 74 Years26 (14.9%)30 (14.8%)
75 Years and over11 (5.0%)55 (18.8%)

Technology Access in Garza County

Computing Device Access in Garza County

Computing Device Access in Garza County
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop1,18170.4%
Smartphone1,42785.1%
Tablet95456.9%
No Computing Device774.6%
Total1,677100.0%

Internet Access in Garza County

Internet Access in Garza County
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home1,10165.6%
Cellular Data Only24614.7%
Satellite Internet21312.7%
No Internet28216.8%
Total1,677100.0%

Garza County Summary

Garza County is located in the western part of the state of Texas, in the South Plains region of the state. It is bordered by Lynn County to the north, Borden County to the east, Kent County to the south, and Crosby County to the west. The county seat is Post, and the largest city is Post. As of the 2010 census, the population was 6,461.

Geography

Garza County is located in the South Plains region of Texas, and is part of the Llano Estacado. The county is mostly flat, with some rolling hills in the northern part of the county. The county is drained by the Double Mountain Fork of the Brazos River, which flows through the county from north to south. The county is mostly covered in grasslands, with some mesquite and cedar trees in the northern part of the county.

History

Garza County was established in 1876 from portions of Bexar and Young counties. It was named for a prominent early settler, John Garza. The county was originally populated by Native Americans, including the Comanche and Kiowa tribes. The first settlers in the county were ranchers, who established large cattle ranches in the area. The county was also home to several small farming communities, which were established in the late 19th century.

Economy

The economy of Garza County is largely based on agriculture and ranching. The county is home to several large cattle ranches, as well as some smaller farms. The county is also home to several oil and gas wells, which provide jobs and revenue for the county. The county is also home to several manufacturing plants, which produce a variety of products, including furniture, clothing, and food products.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Garza County was 6,461. The racial makeup of the county was 79.2% White, 0.7% African American, 0.7% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 17.3% from other races, and 2.0% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 37.2% of the population.
The median income for a household in the county was $31,944, and the median income for a family was $37,917. The per capita income for the county was $15,945. About 17.2% of families and 21.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 28.2% of those under age 18 and 15.2% of those age 65 or over.
Garza County is served by the Post Independent School District, which includes two elementary schools, one middle school, and one high school. The county is also home to several private schools, including a Catholic school and a Christian school. The county is also home to South Plains College, a two-year college located in Post.

Common Questions

What is Per Capita Income in Garza County?
Per Capita income in Garza County is $22,188.
What is the Median Family Income in Garza County?
Median Family Income in Garza County is $82,386.
What is the Median Household income in Garza County?
Median Household Income in Garza County is $56,215.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Garza County?
Income or Wage Gap in Garza County is 27.6%.
Women in Garza County earn 72.4 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Garza County?
Family Income Deficit in Garza County is $6,704.
Families that are below poverty line in Garza County earn $6,704 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Garza County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Garza County is 0.40.
What is the Total Population of Garza County?
Total Population of Garza County is 5,735.
What is the Total Male Population of Garza County?
Total Male Population of Garza County is 3,485.
What is the Total Female Population of Garza County?
Total Female Population of Garza County is 2,250.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Garza County?
There are 154.89 Males per 100 Females in Garza County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Garza County?
There are 64.56 Females per 100 Males in Garza County.
What is the Median Population Age in Garza County?
Median Population Age in Garza County is 41.8 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Garza County
Average Family Size in Garza County is 3.1 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Garza County
Average Household Size in Garza County is 2.6 People.
How Large is the Labor Force in Garza County?
There are 1,843 People in the Labor Forcein in Garza County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Garza County?
37.1% of People are in the Labor Force in Garza County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Garza County?
Unemployment Rate in Garza County is 9.9%.