Gonzales County, TX Map & Demographics
Gonzales County Map
Gonzales County Overview
$32,807
PER CAPITA INCOME
$69,774
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$64,255
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
33.3%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
66.7¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.49
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
19,736
TOTAL POPULATION
10,081
MALE POPULATION
9,655
FEMALE POPULATION
104.41
MALES / 100 FEMALES
95.77
FEMALES / 100 MALES
36.8
MEDIAN AGE
3.2
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.6
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
8,775
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
58.6%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
1.0%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Gonzales County Area Codes
Income in Gonzales County
Income Overview in Gonzales County
Per Capita Income in Gonzales County is $32,807, while median incomes of families and households are $69,774 and $64,255 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 19,736 | $32,807 |
| Median Family Income | 5,135 | $69,774 |
| Mean Family Income | 5,135 | $97,426 |
| Median Household Income | 7,412 | $64,255 |
| Mean Household Income | 7,412 | $87,246 |
| Income Deficit | 5,135 | $0 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 19,736 | 33.30% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 19,736 | 66.70¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 19,736 | 0.49 |
Earnings by Sex in Gonzales County
Average Earnings in Gonzales County are $37,167, $45,136 for men and $30,106 for women, a difference of 33.3%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 5,126 (55.2%) | $45,136 |
| Female | 4,165 (44.8%) | $30,106 |
| Total | 9,291 (100.0%) | $37,167 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Gonzales County
The most common earnings brackets in Gonzales County are $75,000 to $99,999 for men (578 | 11.3%) and $25,000 to $29,999 for women (477 | 11.5%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 176 (3.4%) | 192 (4.6%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 98 (1.9%) | 202 (4.9%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 37 (0.7%) | 107 (2.6%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 118 (2.3%) | 105 (2.5%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 19 (0.4%) | 128 (3.1%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 62 (1.2%) | 117 (2.8%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 69 (1.3%) | 192 (4.6%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 260 (5.1%) | 164 (3.9%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 40 (0.8%) | 63 (1.5%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 135 (2.6%) | 330 (7.9%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 547 (10.7%) | 477 (11.5%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 365 (7.1%) | 262 (6.3%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 344 (6.7%) | 419 (10.1%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 276 (5.4%) | 185 (4.4%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 398 (7.8%) | 261 (6.3%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 156 (3.0%) | 82 (2.0%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 539 (10.5%) | 307 (7.4%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 356 (6.9%) | 199 (4.8%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 578 (11.3%) | 227 (5.4%) |
| $100,000+ | 553 (10.8%) | 146 (3.5%) |
| Total | 5,126 (100.0%) | 4,165 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Gonzales County
Average earnings in Gonzales County are $49,058 for men and $35,103 for women, a difference of 28.4%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $68,676, while those with college or associate's degree education earn the least with $44,984. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $65,575, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $24,225.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $46,007 | $24,225 |
| High School Diploma | $51,094 | $29,461 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $44,984 | $39,926 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $68,676 | $50,110 |
| Graduate Degree | - | - |
| Total | $49,058 | $35,103 |
Family Income in Gonzales County
Family Income Brackets in Gonzales County
According to the Gonzales County family income data, there are 950 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 18.5% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 103 families (2.0%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 149 | 2.9% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 103 | 2.0% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 334 | 6.5% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 529 | 10.3% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 719 | 14.0% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 950 | 18.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 621 | 12.1% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 935 | 18.2% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 447 | 8.7% |
| $200,000+ | 354 | 6.9% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Gonzales County
7+ person families (76 | 1.5%) account for the highest median family income in Gonzales County with $137,024 per family, while 2-person families (2,581 | 50.3%) have the highest median income of $32,950 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 2,581 (50.3%) | $65,901 |
| 3-Person Families | 1,066 (20.8%) | $75,739 |
| 4-Person Families | 571 (11.1%) | $72,125 |
| 5-Person Families | 585 (11.4%) | $69,347 |
| 6-Person Families | 256 (5.0%) | $67,778 |
| 7+ Person Families | 76 (1.5%) | $137,024 |
| Total | 5,135 (100.0%) | $69,774 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Gonzales County
The median family income in Gonzales County is $69,774, with families comprising 3+ earners (412) having the highest median family income of $136,604, while families with no earners (800) have the lowest median family income of $34,414, accounting for 8.0% and 15.6% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 800 (15.6%) | $34,414 |
| 1 Earner | 1,915 (37.3%) | $49,386 |
| 2 Earners | 2,008 (39.1%) | $104,183 |
| 3+ Earners | 412 (8.0%) | $136,604 |
| Total | 5,135 (100.0%) | $69,774 |
Household Income in Gonzales County
Household Income Brackets in Gonzales County
With 1,386 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Gonzales County, accounting for 18.7% of all households. In contrast, only 296 households (4.0%) fall into the less than $10,000 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 296 | 4.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 430 | 5.8% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 719 | 9.7% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 763 | 10.3% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 875 | 11.8% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,386 | 18.7% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 949 | 12.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,045 | 14.1% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 504 | 6.8% |
| $200,000+ | 445 | 6.0% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Gonzales County
The median household income in Gonzales County is $64,255, with the highest median household income of $77,170 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 2,364 households (31.9%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $24,777, with 275 households (3.7%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 275 (3.7%) | $24,777 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 2,364 (31.9%) | $77,170 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 2,722 (36.7%) | $59,348 |
| 65+ Years | 2,051 (27.7%) | $44,783 |
| Total | 7,412 (100.0%) | $64,255 |
Poverty in Gonzales County
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Gonzales County
With 10.3% poverty level for males and 16.0% for females among the residents of Gonzales County, 16 and 17 year old males and 18 to 24 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 80 males (27.0%) and 222 females (27.8%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 190 (26.8%) | 109 (15.9%) |
| 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 76 (8.6%) | 216 (24.1%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 39 (8.1%) | 36 (8.4%) |
| 15 Years | 32 (12.4%) | 19 (10.9%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 80 (27.0%) | 18 (9.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 74 (8.3%) | 222 (27.8%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 53 (4.5%) | 235 (20.2%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 66 (5.7%) | 90 (8.3%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 81 (7.5%) | 150 (13.6%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 193 (14.5%) | 224 (17.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 89 (10.4%) | 111 (11.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 40 (6.8%) | 97 (12.8%) |
| Total | 1,013 (10.3%) | 1,527 (16.0%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Gonzales County
According to the poverty statistics in Gonzales 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.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 520 (73.2%) | 575 (84.1%) |
| 5 Years | 146 (100.0%) | 77 (100.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 812 (91.4%) | 681 (75.9%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 444 (91.9%) | 392 (91.6%) |
| 15 Years | 226 (87.6%) | 155 (89.1%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 216 (73.0%) | 181 (90.9%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 823 (91.7%) | 578 (72.3%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 1,121 (95.5%) | 931 (79.8%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,084 (94.3%) | 993 (91.7%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,000 (92.5%) | 950 (86.4%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,138 (85.5%) | 1,030 (82.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 768 (89.6%) | 841 (88.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 549 (93.2%) | 659 (87.2%) |
| Total | 8,847 (89.7%) | 8,043 (84.0%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Gonzales County
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Gonzales County show that 6.4% or 211 of the total 3,295 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 12.6%, comprising of 56 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 4.2%, which includes 36 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 1,884 (94.1%) | 119 (5.9%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 813 (95.8%) | 36 (4.2%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 387 (87.4%) | 56 (12.6%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 3,084 (93.6%) | 211 (6.4%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Gonzales County
According to the poverty data in Gonzales County, 3.1% or 20 single-father households and 19.2% or 229 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 20 households (4.2%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 3 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 20 (4.2%) | 44 (12.5%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 108 (16.1%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 74 (43.8%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 3 (100.0%) |
| Total | 20 (3.1%) | 229 (19.2%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Gonzales County
The poverty data for Gonzales County shows that 211 of the married-couple family households (6.4%) and 249 of the single-parent households (13.5%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 56 households (12.6%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 3 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 119 (5.9%) | 64 (7.7%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 36 (4.2%) | 108 (12.9%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 56 (12.6%) | 74 (43.8%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 3 (100.0%) |
| Total | 211 (6.4%) | 249 (13.5%) |
Race in Gonzales County
The most populous races in Gonzales County are White / Caucasian (13,835 | 70.1%), Hispanic or Latino (10,306 | 52.2%), and Two or more Races (2,716 | 13.8%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 162 | 0.8% |
| Black / African American | 1,253 | 6.4% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 49 | 0.3% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 10,306 | 52.2% |
| Native / Alaskan | 31 | 0.2% |
| White / Caucasian | 13,835 | 70.1% |
| Two or more Races | 2,716 | 13.8% |
| Some other Race | 1,690 | 8.6% |
| Total | 19,736 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Gonzales County
The most populous ancestries reported in Gonzales County are Mexican (9,638 | 48.8%), German (2,914 | 14.8%), English (1,091 | 5.5%), Irish (1,086 | 5.5%), and American (582 | 2.9%), together accounting for 77.6% of all Gonzales County residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| African | 1 | 0.0% |
| American | 582 | 2.9% |
| Apache | 85 | 0.4% |
| British | 51 | 0.3% |
| Burmese | 87 | 0.4% |
| Cajun | 2 | 0.0% |
| Canadian | 17 | 0.1% |
| Central American | 74 | 0.4% |
| Cherokee | 101 | 0.5% |
| Colombian | 3 | 0.0% |
| Cuban | 22 | 0.1% |
| Czech | 450 | 2.3% |
| Czechoslovakian | 83 | 0.4% |
| Dutch | 77 | 0.4% |
| Eastern European | 11 | 0.1% |
| English | 1,091 | 5.5% |
| European | 5 | 0.0% |
| French | 458 | 2.3% |
| French Canadian | 14 | 0.1% |
| German | 2,914 | 14.8% |
| Indian (Asian) | 4 | 0.0% |
| Irish | 1,086 | 5.5% |
| Italian | 182 | 0.9% |
| Korean | 28 | 0.1% |
| Lithuanian | 31 | 0.2% |
| Mexican | 9,638 | 48.8% |
| Mexican American Indian | 29 | 0.2% |
| Nicaraguan | 19 | 0.1% |
| Nigerian | 15 | 0.1% |
| Northern European | 26 | 0.1% |
| Norwegian | 44 | 0.2% |
| Polish | 278 | 1.4% |
| Puerto Rican | 78 | 0.4% |
| Russian | 20 | 0.1% |
| Salvadoran | 55 | 0.3% |
| Scotch-Irish | 104 | 0.5% |
| Scottish | 311 | 1.6% |
| South American | 3 | 0.0% |
| Spaniard | 39 | 0.2% |
| Spanish | 4 | 0.0% |
| Sri Lankan | 43 | 0.2% |
| Subsaharan African | 16 | 0.1% |
| Swedish | 69 | 0.4% |
| Thai | 3 | 0.0% |
| Ukrainian | 5 | 0.0% |
| Welsh | 36 | 0.2% | View All 46 Rows |
Immigrants in Gonzales County
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Gonzales County came from Central America (2,101 | 10.6%), Latin America (2,101 | 10.6%), Mexico (2,012 | 10.2%), Asia (74 | 0.4%), and El Salvador (55 | 0.3%), together accounting for 32.1% of all Gonzales County residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Africa | 15 | 0.1% |
| Asia | 74 | 0.4% |
| Canada | 23 | 0.1% |
| Central America | 2,101 | 10.6% |
| China | 4 | 0.0% |
| Eastern Asia | 21 | 0.1% |
| El Salvador | 55 | 0.3% |
| Europe | 40 | 0.2% |
| Honduras | 15 | 0.1% |
| Ireland | 1 | 0.0% |
| Korea | 17 | 0.1% |
| Latin America | 2,101 | 10.6% |
| Mexico | 2,012 | 10.2% |
| Netherlands | 39 | 0.2% |
| Nicaragua | 19 | 0.1% |
| Nigeria | 15 | 0.1% |
| Northern Europe | 1 | 0.0% |
| Philippines | 20 | 0.1% |
| South Eastern Asia | 53 | 0.3% |
| Taiwan | 4 | 0.0% |
| Vietnam | 33 | 0.2% |
| Western Africa | 15 | 0.1% |
| Western Europe | 39 | 0.2% | View All 23 Rows |
Sex and Age in Gonzales County
Sex and Age in Gonzales County
The most populous age groups in Gonzales County are 15 to 19 Years (826 | 8.2%) for men and 10 to 14 Years (837 | 8.7%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 710 (7.0%) | 684 (7.1%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 748 (7.4%) | 565 (5.9%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 786 (7.8%) | 837 (8.7%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 826 (8.2%) | 590 (6.1%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 653 (6.5%) | 583 (6.0%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 649 (6.4%) | 510 (5.3%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 556 (5.5%) | 660 (6.8%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 616 (6.1%) | 620 (6.4%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 558 (5.5%) | 463 (4.8%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 535 (5.3%) | 548 (5.7%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 558 (5.5%) | 557 (5.8%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 596 (5.9%) | 596 (6.2%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 738 (7.3%) | 658 (6.8%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 578 (5.7%) | 662 (6.9%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 343 (3.4%) | 317 (3.3%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 250 (2.5%) | 350 (3.6%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 227 (2.2%) | 237 (2.5%) |
| 85 Years and over | 154 (1.5%) | 218 (2.3%) |
| Total | 10,081 (100.0%) | 9,655 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Gonzales County
Median Family Size in Gonzales County
The median family size in Gonzales County is 3.16 persons per family, with married-couple families (3,295 | 64.2%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.37 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (646 | 12.6%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.22 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 3,295 (64.2%) | 3.37 |
| Single Male/Father | 646 (12.6%) | 2.22 |
| Single Female/Mother | 1,194 (23.3%) | 3.09 |
| Total Families | 5,135 (100.0%) | 3.16 |
Median Household Size in Gonzales County
The median household size in Gonzales County is 2.62 persons per household, with married-couple households (3,295 | 44.5%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.4 persons per household. non-family households (2,277 | 30.7%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.16 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 3,295 (44.5%) | 3.40 |
| Single Male/Father | 646 (8.7%) | 2.51 |
| Single Female/Mother | 1,194 (16.1%) | 3.31 |
| Non-family | 2,277 (30.7%) | 1.16 |
| Total Households | 7,412 (100.0%) | 2.62 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Gonzales County
Out of a total of 7,412 households in Gonzales County, 5,135 (69.3%) are family households, while 2,277 (30.7%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 2,360, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 2,001.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 2,001 (27.0%) |
| 2-Person Households | 2,360 (31.8%) | 209 (2.8%) |
| 3-Person Households | 1,171 (15.8%) | 48 (0.6%) |
| 4-Person Households | 553 (7.5%) | 19 (0.3%) |
| 5-Person Households | 648 (8.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 327 (4.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 76 (1.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 5,135 (69.3%) | 2,277 (30.7%) |
Female Fertility in Gonzales County
Fertility by Age in Gonzales County
Average fertility rate in Gonzales County is 93.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 152.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 71.8% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 13 (3.5%) | 22.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 267 (71.8%) | 152.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 92 (24.7%) | 55.0 |
| Total | 372 (100.0%) | 93.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Gonzales County
62.4% of women with births (372) in Gonzales County are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 15 to 19 years age bracket with 100.0% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 0.0% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 13 (100.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 140 (52.4%) | 127 (47.6%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 92 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 232 (62.4%) | 140 (37.6%) |
Fertility by Education in Gonzales County
Average fertility rate in Gonzales County is 93.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of bachelor's degree have the highest fertility rate of 221.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of college or associate's degree have the lowest fertility at 68.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of high school diploma represent 37.9% of all women with births.
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 82 (22.0%) | 76.0 |
| High School Diploma | 141 (37.9%) | 89.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 63 (16.9%) | 68.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 75 (20.2%) | 221.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 11 (3.0%) | 120.0 |
| Total | 372 (100.0%) | 93.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Gonzales County
37.6% of women with births in Gonzales County are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are least likely to be married with 100.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 47 (57.3%) | 35 (42.7%) |
| High School Diploma | 110 (78.0%) | 31 (22.0%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 63 (100.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 75 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 11 (100.0%) |
| Total | 232 (62.4%) | 140 (37.6%) |
Employment Characteristics in Gonzales County
Employment by Class of Employer in Gonzales County
Among the 8,636 employed individuals in Gonzales County, private company employees (6,285 | 72.8%), local government employees (774 | 9.0%), and self-employed (not incorporated) (635 | 7.3%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 6,285 | 72.8% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 386 | 4.5% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 635 | 7.3% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 287 | 3.3% |
| Local Government Employees | 774 | 9.0% |
| State Government Employees | 144 | 1.7% |
| Federal Government Employees | 101 | 1.2% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 24 | 0.3% |
| Total | 8,636 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Gonzales County
According to the labor force statistics for Gonzales County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (14,974), 58.6% or 8,775 individuals are in the labor force, with 1.0% or 88 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 35 to 44 years, with 85.9% or 1,939 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 30 to 34 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 3.2% or 31 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 348 (35.4%) | 10 (2.9%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 913 (73.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 919 (79.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 967 (79.5%) | 31 (3.2%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,939 (85.9%) | 12 (0.6%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,657 (75.4%) | 23 (1.4%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 774 (64.9%) | 13 (1.7%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 676 (48.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 507 (26.7%) | 1 (0.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 67 (4.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 8,775 (58.6%) | 88 (1.0%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Gonzales County
According to labor force statistics for Gonzales County, 73.6% of individuals (6,932) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (9,418) are in the labor force, with 1.1% or 76 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of college / associate degree, with 83.9% or 1,672 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with college / associate degree education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 1.9% or 32 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 1,383 (63.9%) | 9 (0.4%) |
| High School Diploma | 2,981 (72.5%) | 45 (1.1%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 1,672 (83.9%) | 38 (1.9%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 894 (77.9%) | 11 (1.0%) |
| Total | 6,932 (73.6%) | 104 (1.1%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Gonzales County
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Gonzales County are Management (1,049 | 12.1%), Community & Social Service (457 | 5.3%), Education Instruction & Library (349 | 4.0%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (254 | 2.9%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (192 | 2.2%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Gonzales County, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), Life, Physical & Social Science (93.8%), and Arts, Media & Entertainment (86.7%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Education Instruction & Library (90.3%), Community & Social Service (82.7%), and Business & Financial (80.9%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 549 (52.3%) | 500 (47.7%) |
| Business & Financial | 20 (19.1%) | 85 (80.9%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 161 (83.9%) | 31 (16.2%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 36 (60.0%) | 24 (40.0%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 19 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 106 (93.8%) | 7 (6.2%) |
| Community & Social Service | 79 (17.3%) | 378 (82.7%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 29 (36.7%) | 50 (63.3%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 3 (21.4%) | 11 (78.6%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 34 (9.7%) | 315 (90.3%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 13 (86.7%) | 2 (13.3%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 67 (26.4%) | 187 (73.6%) |
| Health Technologists | 50 (45.1%) | 61 (54.9%) |
| Total (Category) | 876 (42.6%) | 1,181 (57.4%) |
| Total (Overall) | 4,804 (55.3%) | 3,875 (44.7%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Gonzales County are Food Preparation & Serving (464 | 5.3%), Healthcare Support (450 | 5.2%), Cleaning & Maintenance (271 | 3.1%), Personal Care & Service (113 | 1.3%), and Security & Protection (98 | 1.1%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Gonzales County, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (89.7%), Security & Protection (84.7%), and Firefighting & Prevention (73.3%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (98.9%), Personal Care & Service (62.8%), and Food Preparation & Serving (50.9%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 5 (1.1%) | 445 (98.9%) |
| Security & Protection | 83 (84.7%) | 15 (15.3%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 22 (73.3%) | 8 (26.7%) |
| Law Enforcement | 61 (89.7%) | 7 (10.3%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 228 (49.1%) | 236 (50.9%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 154 (56.8%) | 117 (43.2%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 42 (37.2%) | 71 (62.8%) |
| Total (Category) | 512 (36.7%) | 884 (63.3%) |
| Total (Overall) | 4,804 (55.3%) | 3,875 (44.7%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Gonzales County are Office & Administration (1,043 | 12.0%), and Sales & Related (649 | 7.5%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 359 (55.3%) | 290 (44.7%) |
| Office & Administration | 202 (19.4%) | 841 (80.6%) |
| Total (Category) | 561 (33.2%) | 1,131 (66.8%) |
| Total (Overall) | 4,804 (55.3%) | 3,875 (44.7%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Gonzales County are Construction & Extraction (739 | 8.5%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (380 | 4.4%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (173 | 2.0%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 121 (69.9%) | 52 (30.1%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 739 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 380 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,240 (96.0%) | 52 (4.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 4,804 (55.3%) | 3,875 (44.7%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Gonzales County are Production (1,030 | 11.9%), Material Moving (739 | 8.5%), and Transportation (473 | 5.4%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 696 (67.6%) | 334 (32.4%) |
| Transportation | 418 (88.4%) | 55 (11.6%) |
| Material Moving | 501 (67.8%) | 238 (32.2%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,615 (72.0%) | 627 (28.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 4,804 (55.3%) | 3,875 (44.7%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Gonzales County
Employment Industries in Gonzales County
The major employment industries in Gonzales County include Manufacturing (1,499 | 17.3%), Health Care & Social Assistance (899 | 10.4%), Retail Trade (854 | 9.8%), Construction (789 | 9.1%), and Accommodation & Food Services (602 | 6.9%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Gonzales County
The Gonzales County industries that see more men than women are Construction (94.6%), Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (94.0%), and Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (86.4%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Finance & Insurance (89.3%), Health Care & Social Assistance (84.4%), and Educational Services (83.0%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 317 (65.8%) | 165 (34.2%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 550 (94.0%) | 35 (6.0%) |
| Construction | 746 (94.6%) | 43 (5.4%) |
| Manufacturing | 929 (62.0%) | 570 (38.0%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 217 (59.5%) | 148 (40.6%) |
| Retail Trade | 425 (49.8%) | 429 (50.2%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 358 (83.8%) | 69 (16.2%) |
| Utilities | 73 (48.7%) | 77 (51.3%) |
| Information | 28 (73.7%) | 10 (26.3%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 26 (10.7%) | 217 (89.3%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 90 (65.2%) | 48 (34.8%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 39 (47.0%) | 44 (53.0%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 254 (78.6%) | 69 (21.4%) |
| Educational Services | 94 (17.0%) | 460 (83.0%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 140 (15.6%) | 759 (84.4%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 51 (86.4%) | 8 (13.6%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 200 (33.2%) | 402 (66.8%) |
| Public Administration | 95 (34.2%) | 183 (65.8%) |
| Total | 4,804 (55.3%) | 3,875 (44.7%) |
Education in Gonzales County
School Enrollment in Gonzales County
The most common levels of schooling among the 4,593 students in Gonzales County are middle school (1,360 | 29.6%), elementary school (1,199 | 26.1%), and high school (1,106 | 24.1%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 186 | 4.1% |
| Kindergarten | 310 | 6.8% |
| Elementary School | 1,199 | 26.1% |
| Middle School | 1,360 | 29.6% |
| High School | 1,106 | 24.1% |
| College / Undergraduate | 380 | 8.3% |
| Graduate / Professional | 52 | 1.1% |
| Total | 4,593 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Gonzales County
Out of a total of 4,593 students who are enrolled in schools in Gonzales County, 326 (7.1%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 4,267 (92.9%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 35 years and over has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 37 (28.9% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 18 to 19 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 200 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 157 (80.5%) | 38 (19.5%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 1,205 (92.5%) | 97 (7.4%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 1,522 (93.8%) | 101 (6.2%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 849 (97.8%) | 19 (2.2%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 200 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 161 (83.0%) | 33 (17.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 83 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 Years and over | 91 (71.1%) | 37 (28.9%) |
| Total | 4,267 (92.9%) | 326 (7.1%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Gonzales County
Business (419 | 23.6%), education (378 | 21.3%), bio, nature & agricultural (184 | 10.4%), science & technology (166 | 9.4%), and physical & health sciences (145 | 8.2%) are the most common fields of study among 1,774 individuals in Gonzales County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 14 | 0.8% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 184 | 10.4% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 145 | 8.2% |
| Psychology | 41 | 2.3% |
| Social Sciences | 54 | 3.0% |
| Engineering | 28 | 1.6% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 14 | 0.8% |
| Science & Technology | 166 | 9.4% |
| Business | 419 | 23.6% |
| Education | 378 | 21.3% |
| Literature & Languages | 8 | 0.4% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 98 | 5.5% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 57 | 3.2% |
| Communications | 77 | 4.3% |
| Arts & Humanities | 91 | 5.1% |
| Total | 1,774 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Gonzales County
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Gonzales County
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Gonzales County are males with 2 vehicles (2,038, accounting for 42.4%) and females with 2 vehicles (1,507, making up 53.3%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 121 (2.5%) | 140 (3.7%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 1,014 (21.1%) | 876 (22.9%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 2,038 (42.4%) | 1,507 (39.4%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 979 (20.4%) | 864 (22.6%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 379 (7.9%) | 227 (5.9%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 273 (5.7%) | 209 (5.5%) |
| Total | 4,804 (100.0%) | 3,823 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Gonzales County
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Gonzales County are 5 to 9 minutes (1,839 commuters, 22.2%), 10 to 14 minutes (1,092 commuters, 13.2%), and 20 to 24 minutes (895 commuters, 10.8%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 507 | 6.1% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 1,839 | 22.2% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 1,092 | 13.2% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 794 | 9.6% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 895 | 10.8% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 173 | 2.1% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 840 | 10.1% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 378 | 4.5% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 238 | 2.9% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 510 | 6.1% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 711 | 8.6% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 322 | 3.9% |
Commute Time by Sex in Gonzales County
The most common commute times in Gonzales County are 5 to 9 minutes (935 commuters, 20.5%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (904 commuters, 24.2%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 241 (5.3%) | 266 (7.1%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 935 (20.5%) | 904 (24.2%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 409 (8.9%) | 683 (18.3%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 472 (10.3%) | 322 (8.6%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 578 (12.7%) | 317 (8.5%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 44 (1.0%) | 129 (3.5%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 466 (10.2%) | 374 (10.0%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 286 (6.3%) | 92 (2.5%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 87 (1.9%) | 151 (4.1%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 315 (6.9%) | 195 (5.2%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 486 (10.6%) | 225 (6.0%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 250 (5.5%) | 72 (1.9%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Gonzales County
The most frequent times of departure to work in Gonzales County are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (585, 12.8%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (667, 17.9%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 580 (12.7%) | 193 (5.2%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 498 (10.9%) | 300 (8.0%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 329 (7.2%) | 182 (4.9%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 354 (7.7%) | 299 (8.0%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 364 (8.0%) | 272 (7.3%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 585 (12.8%) | 543 (14.6%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 515 (11.3%) | 667 (17.9%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 349 (7.6%) | 497 (13.3%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 176 (3.8%) | 66 (1.8%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 126 (2.8%) | 59 (1.6%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 68 (1.5%) | 86 (2.3%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 20 (0.4%) | 27 (0.7%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 238 (5.2%) | 193 (5.2%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 367 (8.0%) | 346 (9.3%) |
| Total | 4,569 (100.0%) | 3,730 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Gonzales County
Occupancy by Ownership in Gonzales County
Of the total 7,412 dwellings in Gonzales County, owner-occupied units account for 4,968 (67.0%), while renter-occupied units make up 2,444 (33.0%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 4,968 | 67.0% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 2,444 | 33.0% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 7,412 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Gonzales County
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 2,001 | 27.0% |
| 2-Person Household | 2,569 | 34.7% |
| 3-Person Household | 1,219 | 16.5% |
| 4+ Person Household | 1,623 | 21.9% |
| Total Housing Units | 7,412 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Gonzales County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 1,128 (56.4%) | 873 (43.6%) |
| 2-Person Household | 1,796 (69.9%) | 773 (30.1%) |
| 3-Person Household | 934 (76.6%) | 285 (23.4%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 1,110 (68.4%) | 513 (31.6%) |
| Total Housing Units | 4,968 (67.0%) | 2,444 (33.0%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Gonzales County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 920 (53.1%) | 814 (46.9%) |
| High School Diploma | 1,952 (63.0%) | 1,145 (37.0%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 1,182 (80.2%) | 292 (19.8%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 914 (82.6%) | 193 (17.4%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Gonzales County
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 1,550 | 20.9% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,089 | 14.7% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,282 | 17.3% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,440 | 19.4% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,175 | 15.9% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 635 | 8.6% |
| 85 Years and Over | 241 | 3.3% |
| Total | 7,412 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Gonzales County
Median Income by Occupancy in Gonzales County
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 4,968 (67.0%) | $70,047 |
| Renter-Occupied | 2,444 (33.0%) | $42,500 |
| Average | 7,412 (100.0%) | $64,255 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Gonzales County
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 131 (2.6%) | 127 (5.2%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 12 (0.2%) | 30 (1.2%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 186 (3.7%) | 243 (9.9%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 216 (4.3%) | 162 (6.6%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 148 (3.0%) | 191 (7.8%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 489 (9.8%) | 274 (11.2%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 507 (10.2%) | 367 (15.0%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,059 (21.3%) | 330 (13.5%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 607 (12.2%) | 343 (14.0%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 797 (16.0%) | 245 (10.0%) |
| $150,000 or more | 816 (16.4%) | 132 (5.4%) |
| Total | 4,968 (100.0%) | 2,444 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Gonzales County
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 722 (14.5%) | 59 (2.4%) |
| $300 to $499 | 956 (19.2%) | 345 (14.1%) |
| $500 to $799 | 1,147 (23.1%) | 423 (17.3%) |
| $800 to $999 | 507 (10.2%) | 512 (20.9%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 952 (19.2%) | 687 (28.1%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 405 (8.2%) | 135 (5.5%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 137 (2.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 38 (0.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 104 (2.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 4,968 (100.0%) | 2,444 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Gonzales County
Housing Structures in Gonzales County
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 4,829 | 65.1% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 45 | 0.6% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 326 | 4.4% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 163 | 2.2% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 147 | 2.0% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 158 | 2.1% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 1,744 | 23.5% |
| Total | 7,412 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Gonzales County
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 3,708 (76.8%) | 1,121 (23.2%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 36 (80.0%) | 9 (20.0%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 35 (10.7%) | 291 (89.3%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 7 (4.3%) | 156 (95.7%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 147 (100.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 158 (100.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 1,182 (67.8%) | 562 (32.2%) |
| Total | 4,968 (67.0%) | 2,444 (33.0%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Gonzales County
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 84 (1.7%) | 101 (4.1%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 221 (4.4%) | 554 (22.7%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 2,039 (41.0%) | 1,399 (57.2%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 1,660 (33.4%) | 326 (13.3%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 964 (19.4%) | 64 (2.6%) |
| Total | 4,968 (100.0%) | 2,444 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Gonzales County
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 644 (13.0%) | 287 (11.7%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 303 (6.1%) | 34 (1.4%) |
| Electricity | 3,927 (79.0%) | 2,064 (84.5%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 62 (1.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| No Fuel Used | 32 (0.6%) | 59 (2.4%) |
| Total | 4,968 (100.0%) | 2,444 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Gonzales County
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 124 (2.5%) | 488 (20.0%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 1,386 (27.9%) | 908 (37.1%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 1,876 (37.8%) | 849 (34.7%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 1,582 (31.8%) | 199 (8.1%) |
| Total | 4,968 (100.0%) | 2,444 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Gonzales County
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Gonzales County
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 3,361 | 1,607 |
| Median Property Value | $157,900 | $150,600 |
| Median Household Income | $68,795 | $212 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $513 | $104 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $1,866 | $39 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Gonzales County
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 586 (17.4%) | 226 (14.1%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 681 (20.3%) | 401 (24.9%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 1,512 (45.0%) | 788 (49.0%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 388 (11.5%) | 165 (10.3%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 101 (3.0%) | 10 (0.6%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 28 (0.8%) | 14 (0.9%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 65 (1.9%) | 3 (0.2%) |
| Total | 3,361 (100.0%) | 1,607 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Gonzales County
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 121 (3.6%) | 7 (0.4%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 489 (14.5%) | 22 (1.4%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 334 (9.9%) | 61 (3.8%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 374 (11.1%) | 155 (9.7%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 573 (17.1%) | 133 (8.3%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 430 (12.8%) | 486 (30.2%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 436 (13.0%) | 177 (11.0%) |
| $150,000 or more | 604 (18.0%) | 361 (22.5%) |
| Total | 3,361 (100.0%) | 1,607 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Gonzales County
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 1,679 (50.0%) | 72,063 (4,484.3%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 433 (12.9%) | 868 (54.0%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 349 (10.4%) | 279 (17.4%) |
| 4.0x or more | 825 (24.5%) | 247 (15.4%) |
| Total | 3,361 (100.0%) | 1,607 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Gonzales County
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 768 (22.9%) | 12 (0.7%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 470 (14.0%) | 312 (19.4%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 1,893 (56.3%) | 242 (15.1%) |
| Total | 3,361 (100.0%) | 1,607 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Gonzales County
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Gonzales County
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 1,498 (92.6%) | 119 (7.4%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 3,434 (88.5%) | 445 (11.5%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 888 (55.3%) | 719 (44.7%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 1,463 (66.8%) | 728 (33.2%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,590 (71.2%) | 643 (28.8%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,780 (81.6%) | 401 (18.4%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 2,026 (78.4%) | 559 (21.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,759 (97.2%) | 50 (2.8%) |
| 75 Years and older | 1,331 (99.0%) | 14 (1.0%) |
| Total | 15,769 (81.1%) | 3,678 (18.9%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Gonzales County
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 1,498 (92.6%) | 119 (7.4%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 3,434 (88.5%) | 445 (11.5%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 888 (55.3%) | 719 (44.7%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Gonzales County
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 1,857 (76.3%) | 576 (23.7%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 2,831 (74.8%) | 955 (25.2%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 3,457 (82.6%) | 726 (17.4%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 2,327 (83.9%) | 446 (16.1%) |
| $100,000 and over | 5,260 (84.4%) | 975 (15.6%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Gonzales County
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 787 (48.7%) | 788 (48.7%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 1,411 (36.4%) | 2,139 (55.1%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 36 (2.2%) | 867 (53.9%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 207 (9.5%) | 1,291 (58.9%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 203 (9.1%) | 1,428 (63.9%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 325 (14.9%) | 1,470 (67.4%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 604 (23.4%) | 1,530 (59.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,686 (93.2%) | 930 (51.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 1,331 (99.0%) | 647 (48.1%) |
| Total | 6,590 (33.9%) | 11,090 (57.0%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Gonzales County
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 144 (6.9%) | 200 (11.3%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 226 (10.9%) | 109 (5.5%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 804 (22.6%) | 481 (14.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 318 (37.1%) | 235 (24.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 309 (52.5%) | 355 (47.0%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Gonzales County
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 7 (0.4%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 8 (0.4%) | 35 (1.8%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 336 (9.4%) | 64 (1.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 198 (23.1%) | 59 (6.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 194 (32.9%) | 108 (14.3%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 65 (3.1%) | 7 (0.4%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 18 (0.9%) | 13 (0.7%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 190 (5.3%) | 83 (2.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 71 (8.3%) | 54 (5.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 91 (15.4%) | 78 (10.3%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 144 (6.9%) | 186 (10.5%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 175 (8.5%) | 53 (2.7%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 209 (5.9%) | 182 (5.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 16 (1.9%) | 29 (3.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 121 (20.5%) | 88 (11.6%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 65 (3.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 25 (1.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 398 (11.2%) | 370 (10.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 197 (23.0%) | 183 (19.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 209 (35.5%) | 255 (33.7%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 65 (3.1%) | 56 (3.2%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 34 (1.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 187 (5.2%) | 133 (3.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 24 (2.8%) | 39 (4.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 77 (13.1%) | 123 (16.3%) |
Technology Access in Gonzales County
Computing Device Access in Gonzales County
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 4,175 | 56.3% |
| Smartphone | 6,201 | 83.7% |
| Tablet | 2,592 | 35.0% |
| No Computing Device | 888 | 12.0% |
| Total | 7,412 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Gonzales County
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 14 | 0.2% |
| Broadband Home | 2,806 | 37.9% |
| Cellular Data Only | 2,415 | 32.6% |
| Satellite Internet | 908 | 12.2% |
| No Internet | 1,381 | 18.6% |
| Total | 7,412 | 100.0% |
Gonzales County Summary
Gonzales County is located in the south-central region of Texas, and is part of the San Antonio-New Braunfels Metropolitan Statistical Area. The county is bordered by Guadalupe County to the north, Caldwell County to the east, DeWitt County to the south, and Lavaca County to the west. The county seat is the city of Gonzales, and the county has a total area of 845 square miles.
History
Gonzales County was established in 1836, and is named for Rafael Gonzales, the first governor of Coahuila y Tejas. The county was part of the original Mexican land grant of 1824, and was one of the first counties established in the Republic of Texas. The county was the site of the first battle of the Texas Revolution, the Battle of Gonzales, which took place in 1835.
Geography
Gonzales County is located in the south-central region of Texas, and is part of the San Antonio-New Braunfels Metropolitan Statistical Area. The county is bordered by Guadalupe County to the north, Caldwell County to the east, DeWitt County to the south, and Lavaca County to the west. The county seat is the city of Gonzales, and the county has a total area of 845 square miles.
The terrain of the county is mostly flat, with some rolling hills in the western part of the county. The county is drained by the San Marcos River, which flows through the county from west to east. The county is also home to several small lakes, including Lake Gonzales, Lake Placid, and Lake Nolte.
Economy
Gonzales County has a diversified economy, with a mix of agriculture, manufacturing, and services. The county is home to several large employers, including the Gonzales County Courthouse, the Gonzales County Sheriff's Office, and the Gonzales County Hospital.
Agriculture is an important part of the county's economy, with the main crops being cotton, corn, sorghum, and hay. The county is also home to several large cattle ranches, and is a major producer of beef and dairy products.
Manufacturing is also an important part of the county's economy, with several large factories located in the county. The largest employers in the manufacturing sector are the Gonzales County Apparel Company, the Gonzales County Tool and Die Company, and the Gonzales County Plastics Company.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, the population of Gonzales County was 19,807, with a population density of 23.5 people per square mile. The racial makeup of the county was 79.2% White, 15.2% Hispanic or Latino, 2.7% African American, 0.7% Native American, 0.3% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, and 1.9% from other races.
The median household income in the county was $41,945, and the median family income was $50,945. The per capita income in the county was $20,945. The poverty rate in the county was 17.2%, with 22.3% of the population living below the poverty line.
Common Questions
What is Per Capita Income in Gonzales County?
Per Capita income in Gonzales County is $32,807.
What is the Median Family Income in Gonzales County?
Median Family Income in Gonzales County is $69,774.
What is the Median Household income in Gonzales County?
Median Household Income in Gonzales County is $64,255.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Gonzales County?
Income or Wage Gap in Gonzales County is 33.3%.
Women in Gonzales County earn 66.7 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Gonzales County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Gonzales County is 0.49.
What is the Total Population of Gonzales County?
Total Population of Gonzales County is 19,736.
What is the Total Male Population of Gonzales County?
Total Male Population of Gonzales County is 10,081.
What is the Total Female Population of Gonzales County?
Total Female Population of Gonzales County is 9,655.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Gonzales County?
There are 104.41 Males per 100 Females in Gonzales County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Gonzales County?
There are 95.77 Females per 100 Males in Gonzales County.
What is the Median Population Age in Gonzales County?
Median Population Age in Gonzales County is 36.8 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Gonzales County
Average Family Size in Gonzales County is 3.2 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Gonzales County
Average Household Size in Gonzales County is 2.6 People.
How Large is the Labor Force in Gonzales County?
There are 8,775 People in the Labor Forcein in Gonzales County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Gonzales County?
58.6% of People are in the Labor Force in Gonzales County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Gonzales County?
Unemployment Rate in Gonzales County is 1.0%.