Grimes County, TX Map & Demographics
Grimes County Map
Grimes County Overview
$28,792
PER CAPITA INCOME
$79,747
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$63,484
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
40.3%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
59.7¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$12,309
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.45
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
29,442
TOTAL POPULATION
15,894
MALE POPULATION
13,548
FEMALE POPULATION
117.32
MALES / 100 FEMALES
85.24
FEMALES / 100 MALES
40.3
MEDIAN AGE
3.2
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.7
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
12,364
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
52.6%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
5.6%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Grimes County Area Codes
Income in Grimes County
Income Overview in Grimes County
Per Capita Income in Grimes County is $28,792, while median incomes of families and households are $79,747 and $63,484 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 29,442 | $28,792 |
| Median Family Income | 6,821 | $79,747 |
| Mean Family Income | 6,821 | $99,075 |
| Median Household Income | 9,769 | $63,484 |
| Mean Household Income | 9,769 | $84,809 |
| Income Deficit | 6,821 | $12,309 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 29,442 | 40.34% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 29,442 | 59.66¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 29,442 | 0.45 |
Earnings by Sex in Grimes County
Average Earnings in Grimes County are $32,705, $44,469 for men and $26,528 for women, a difference of 40.3%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 7,176 (54.1%) | $44,469 |
| Female | 6,088 (45.9%) | $26,528 |
| Total | 13,264 (100.0%) | $32,705 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Grimes County
The most common earnings brackets in Grimes County are $100,000+ for men (999 | 13.9%) and $25,000 to $29,999 for women (647 | 10.6%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 652 (9.1%) | 491 (8.1%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 283 (3.9%) | 318 (5.2%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 123 (1.7%) | 281 (4.6%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 94 (1.3%) | 143 (2.4%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 222 (3.1%) | 321 (5.3%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 74 (1.0%) | 320 (5.3%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 70 (1.0%) | 294 (4.8%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 244 (3.4%) | 161 (2.6%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 123 (1.7%) | 295 (4.9%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 161 (2.2%) | 302 (5.0%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 375 (5.2%) | 647 (10.6%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 597 (8.3%) | 366 (6.0%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 170 (2.4%) | 280 (4.6%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 441 (6.1%) | 213 (3.5%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 408 (5.7%) | 198 (3.3%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 249 (3.5%) | 299 (4.9%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 781 (10.9%) | 445 (7.3%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 315 (4.4%) | 184 (3.0%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 795 (11.1%) | 342 (5.6%) |
| $100,000+ | 999 (13.9%) | 188 (3.1%) |
| Total | 7,176 (100.0%) | 6,088 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Grimes County
Average earnings in Grimes County are $53,707 for men and $28,686 for women, a difference of 46.6%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $92,799, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $42,383. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $62,125, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $15,645.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $42,383 | $15,645 |
| High School Diploma | $52,740 | $28,034 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $46,685 | $27,050 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $84,464 | $45,156 |
| Graduate Degree | $92,799 | $62,125 |
| Total | $53,707 | $28,686 |
Family Income in Grimes County
Family Income Brackets in Grimes County
According to the Grimes County family income data, there are 1,330 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 19.5% of all families. Conversely, the $15,000 to $24,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 205 families (3.0%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 273 | 4.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 321 | 4.7% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 205 | 3.0% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 546 | 8.0% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 716 | 10.5% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,098 | 16.1% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 996 | 14.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,330 | 19.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 771 | 11.3% |
| $200,000+ | 573 | 8.4% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Grimes County
6-person families (85 | 1.3%) account for the highest median family income in Grimes County with $113,375 per family, while 2-person families (3,065 | 44.9%) have the highest median income of $39,224 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 3,065 (44.9%) | $78,448 |
| 3-Person Families | 1,414 (20.7%) | $79,000 |
| 4-Person Families | 1,380 (20.2%) | $77,875 |
| 5-Person Families | 719 (10.5%) | $88,160 |
| 6-Person Families | 85 (1.3%) | $113,375 |
| 7+ Person Families | 158 (2.3%) | $0 |
| Total | 6,821 (100.0%) | $79,747 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Grimes County
The median family income in Grimes County is $79,747, with families comprising 3+ earners (683) having the highest median family income of $140,956, while families with no earners (1,025) have the lowest median family income of $43,199, accounting for 10.0% and 15.0% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 1,025 (15.0%) | $43,199 |
| 1 Earner | 2,383 (34.9%) | $59,099 |
| 2 Earners | 2,730 (40.0%) | $102,000 |
| 3+ Earners | 683 (10.0%) | $140,956 |
| Total | 6,821 (100.0%) | $79,747 |
Household Income in Grimes County
Household Income Brackets in Grimes County
With 1,680 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in Grimes County, accounting for 17.2% of all households. In contrast, only 410 households (4.2%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 567 | 5.8% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 410 | 4.2% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 742 | 7.6% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 1,104 | 11.3% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 1,153 | 11.8% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,573 | 16.1% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,104 | 11.3% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,680 | 17.2% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 782 | 8.0% |
| $200,000+ | 645 | 6.6% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Grimes County
The median household income in Grimes County is $63,484, with the highest median household income of $73,375 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 2,717 households (27.8%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $49,861, with 3,051 households (31.2%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 157 (1.6%) | $50,849 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 2,717 (27.8%) | $73,375 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 3,844 (39.4%) | $70,944 |
| 65+ Years | 3,051 (31.2%) | $49,861 |
| Total | 9,769 (100.0%) | $63,484 |
Poverty in Grimes County
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Grimes County
With 13.0% poverty level for males and 15.6% for females among the residents of Grimes County, under 5 year old males and 12 to 14 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 185 males (30.5%) and 123 females (28.3%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 185 (30.5%) | 247 (25.1%) |
| 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 260 (21.8%) | 205 (16.7%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 148 (25.7%) | 123 (28.3%) |
| 15 Years | 56 (17.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 38 (11.5%) | 58 (17.7%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 203 (16.0%) | 263 (22.2%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 190 (15.2%) | 202 (17.2%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 39 (3.3%) | 262 (15.7%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 116 (7.1%) | 100 (6.2%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 188 (11.4%) | 358 (19.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 167 (10.9%) | 117 (7.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 35 (4.4%) | 159 (16.1%) |
| Total | 1,625 (13.0%) | 2,094 (15.6%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Grimes County
According to the poverty statistics in Grimes 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 | 421 (69.5%) | 738 (74.9%) |
| 5 Years | 111 (100.0%) | 125 (100.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 931 (78.2%) | 1,024 (83.3%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 427 (74.3%) | 311 (71.7%) |
| 15 Years | 269 (82.8%) | 190 (100.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 293 (88.5%) | 270 (82.3%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 1,064 (84.0%) | 924 (77.8%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 1,059 (84.8%) | 972 (82.8%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,157 (96.7%) | 1,407 (84.3%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,515 (92.9%) | 1,501 (93.8%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,465 (88.6%) | 1,525 (81.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,370 (89.1%) | 1,501 (92.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 755 (95.6%) | 828 (83.9%) |
| Total | 10,837 (87.0%) | 11,316 (84.4%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Grimes County
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Grimes County show that 4.7% or 258 of the total 5,440 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 33.3%, comprising of 24 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 4.3%, which includes 139 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 3,105 (95.7%) | 139 (4.3%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 1,600 (95.5%) | 75 (4.5%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 429 (95.6%) | 20 (4.4%) |
| 5 or more Children | 48 (66.7%) | 24 (33.3%) |
| Total | 5,182 (95.3%) | 258 (4.7%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Grimes County
According to the poverty data in Grimes County, 4.1% or 15 single-father households and 52.0% or 528 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 2 households (9.5%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 10 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 103 (33.3%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 13 (5.1%) | 274 (49.4%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 2 (9.5%) | 141 (99.3%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 10 (100.0%) |
| Total | 15 (4.1%) | 528 (52.0%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Grimes County
The poverty data for Grimes County shows that 258 of the married-couple family households (4.7%) and 543 of the single-parent households (39.3%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 24 households (33.3%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 10 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 139 (4.3%) | 103 (25.8%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 75 (4.5%) | 287 (35.5%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 20 (4.4%) | 143 (87.7%) |
| 5 or more Children | 24 (33.3%) | 10 (100.0%) |
| Total | 258 (4.7%) | 543 (39.3%) |
Race in Grimes County
The most populous races in Grimes County are White / Caucasian (20,378 | 69.2%), Hispanic or Latino (7,288 | 24.7%), and Two or more Races (3,771 | 12.8%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 108 | 0.4% |
| Black / African American | 3,509 | 11.9% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 22 | 0.1% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 7,288 | 24.7% |
| Native / Alaskan | 198 | 0.7% |
| White / Caucasian | 20,378 | 69.2% |
| Two or more Races | 3,771 | 12.8% |
| Some other Race | 1,456 | 5.0% |
| Total | 29,442 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Grimes County
The most populous ancestries reported in Grimes County are Mexican (6,798 | 23.1%), German (4,079 | 13.9%), Irish (2,829 | 9.6%), English (2,583 | 8.8%), and American (1,234 | 4.2%), together accounting for 59.5% of all Grimes County residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| African | 523 | 1.8% |
| American | 1,234 | 4.2% |
| Apache | 38 | 0.1% |
| Arab | 12 | 0.0% |
| Austrian | 8 | 0.0% |
| Bhutanese | 22 | 0.1% |
| Blackfeet | 9 | 0.0% |
| British | 72 | 0.2% |
| Cajun | 35 | 0.1% |
| Canadian | 54 | 0.2% |
| Celtic | 3 | 0.0% |
| Central American | 217 | 0.7% |
| Cherokee | 446 | 1.5% |
| Chippewa | 7 | 0.0% |
| Choctaw | 76 | 0.3% |
| Comanche | 42 | 0.1% |
| Cuban | 14 | 0.1% |
| Czech | 327 | 1.1% |
| Czechoslovakian | 43 | 0.2% |
| Danish | 21 | 0.1% |
| Delaware | 46 | 0.2% |
| Dutch | 221 | 0.7% |
| English | 2,583 | 8.8% |
| European | 828 | 2.8% |
| Finnish | 35 | 0.1% |
| French | 764 | 2.6% |
| French Canadian | 38 | 0.1% |
| German | 4,079 | 13.9% |
| Greek | 14 | 0.1% |
| Honduran | 28 | 0.1% |
| Hungarian | 33 | 0.1% |
| Indian (Asian) | 1 | 0.0% |
| Irish | 2,829 | 9.6% |
| Italian | 385 | 1.3% |
| Korean | 78 | 0.3% |
| Lebanese | 3 | 0.0% |
| Lithuanian | 12 | 0.0% |
| Malaysian | 24 | 0.1% |
| Mexican | 6,798 | 23.1% |
| Mexican American Indian | 25 | 0.1% |
| Moroccan | 9 | 0.0% |
| Native Hawaiian | 57 | 0.2% |
| Nicaraguan | 68 | 0.2% |
| Nigerian | 9 | 0.0% |
| Northern European | 13 | 0.0% |
| Norwegian | 154 | 0.5% |
| Pakistani | 14 | 0.1% |
| Pennsylvania German | 42 | 0.1% |
| Polish | 1,167 | 4.0% |
| Portuguese | 6 | 0.0% |
| Potawatomi | 3 | 0.0% |
| Puerto Rican | 33 | 0.1% |
| Russian | 89 | 0.3% |
| Salvadoran | 121 | 0.4% |
| Samoan | 22 | 0.1% |
| Scandinavian | 29 | 0.1% |
| Scotch-Irish | 509 | 1.7% |
| Scottish | 486 | 1.7% |
| Sioux | 5 | 0.0% |
| Slovak | 15 | 0.1% |
| Somali | 12 | 0.0% |
| South American Indian | 27 | 0.1% |
| Spaniard | 11 | 0.0% |
| Spanish | 95 | 0.3% |
| Spanish American Indian | 4 | 0.0% |
| Sri Lankan | 23 | 0.1% |
| Subsaharan African | 566 | 1.9% |
| Swedish | 82 | 0.3% |
| Swiss | 7 | 0.0% |
| Thai | 29 | 0.1% |
| Ukrainian | 11 | 0.0% |
| Welsh | 184 | 0.6% | View All 72 Rows |
Immigrants in Grimes County
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Grimes County came from Latin America (1,577 | 5.4%), Central America (1,564 | 5.3%), Mexico (1,413 | 4.8%), Europe (147 | 0.5%), and Eastern Europe (102 | 0.4%), together accounting for 16.3% of all Grimes County residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Africa | 42 | 0.1% |
| Asia | 79 | 0.3% |
| Canada | 19 | 0.1% |
| Caribbean | 13 | 0.0% |
| Central America | 1,564 | 5.3% |
| Cuba | 13 | 0.0% |
| Eastern Africa | 12 | 0.0% |
| Eastern Asia | 10 | 0.0% |
| Eastern Europe | 102 | 0.4% |
| El Salvador | 97 | 0.3% |
| Europe | 147 | 0.5% |
| France | 16 | 0.1% |
| Germany | 9 | 0.0% |
| Guatemala | 34 | 0.1% |
| Honduras | 20 | 0.1% |
| India | 16 | 0.1% |
| Japan | 10 | 0.0% |
| Laos | 24 | 0.1% |
| Latin America | 1,577 | 5.4% |
| Mexico | 1,413 | 4.8% |
| Netherlands | 20 | 0.1% |
| Nigeria | 30 | 0.1% |
| Philippines | 2 | 0.0% |
| Poland | 102 | 0.4% |
| Somalia | 12 | 0.0% |
| South Central Asia | 16 | 0.1% |
| South Eastern Asia | 53 | 0.2% |
| Thailand | 14 | 0.1% |
| Vietnam | 13 | 0.0% |
| Western Africa | 30 | 0.1% |
| Western Europe | 45 | 0.2% | View All 31 Rows |
Sex and Age in Grimes County
Sex and Age in Grimes County
The most populous age groups in Grimes County are 65 to 69 Years (1,161 | 7.3%) for men and 55 to 59 Years (1,105 | 8.2%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 606 (3.8%) | 985 (7.3%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 1,019 (6.4%) | 886 (6.5%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 1,023 (6.4%) | 902 (6.7%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 1,023 (6.4%) | 890 (6.6%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 1,118 (7.0%) | 815 (6.0%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 1,008 (6.3%) | 447 (3.3%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 992 (6.2%) | 736 (5.4%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 1,019 (6.4%) | 1,049 (7.7%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 1,039 (6.5%) | 629 (4.6%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 1,135 (7.1%) | 943 (7.0%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 1,072 (6.7%) | 664 (4.9%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 1,136 (7.1%) | 1,105 (8.2%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 1,050 (6.6%) | 789 (5.8%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 1,161 (7.3%) | 890 (6.6%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 623 (3.9%) | 774 (5.7%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 353 (2.2%) | 379 (2.8%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 362 (2.3%) | 229 (1.7%) |
| 85 Years and over | 155 (1.0%) | 436 (3.2%) |
| Total | 15,894 (100.0%) | 13,548 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Grimes County
Median Family Size in Grimes County
The median family size in Grimes County is 3.23 persons per family, with married-couple families (5,440 | 79.7%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.27 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (365 | 5.3%) represent the smallest median family size with 3.05 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 5,440 (79.7%) | 3.27 |
| Single Male/Father | 365 (5.3%) | 3.05 |
| Single Female/Mother | 1,016 (14.9%) | 3.12 |
| Total Families | 6,821 (100.0%) | 3.23 |
Median Household Size in Grimes County
The median household size in Grimes County is 2.66 persons per household, with married-couple households (5,440 | 55.7%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.3 persons per household. non-family households (2,948 | 30.2%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.20 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 5,440 (55.7%) | 3.30 |
| Single Male/Father | 365 (3.7%) | 3.29 |
| Single Female/Mother | 1,016 (10.4%) | 3.26 |
| Non-family | 2,948 (30.2%) | 1.20 |
| Total Households | 9,769 (100.0%) | 2.66 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Grimes County
Out of a total of 9,769 households in Grimes County, 6,821 (69.8%) are family households, while 2,948 (30.2%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 3,023, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 2,603.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 2,603 (26.7%) |
| 2-Person Households | 3,023 (30.9%) | 158 (1.6%) |
| 3-Person Households | 1,331 (13.6%) | 129 (1.3%) |
| 4-Person Households | 1,455 (14.9%) | 37 (0.4%) |
| 5-Person Households | 736 (7.5%) | 21 (0.2%) |
| 6-Person Households | 118 (1.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 158 (1.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 6,821 (69.8%) | 2,948 (30.2%) |
Female Fertility in Grimes County
Fertility by Age in Grimes County
Average fertility rate in Grimes County is 42.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 76.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 63.4% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 151 (63.4%) | 76.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 87 (36.5%) | 32.0 |
| Total | 238 (100.0%) | 42.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Grimes County
97.1% of women with births (238) in Grimes County are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 4.6% 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%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 144 (95.4%) | 7 (4.6%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 87 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 231 (97.1%) | 7 (2.9%) |
Fertility by Education in Grimes County
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 20 (8.4%) | 16.0 |
| High School Diploma | 37 (15.5%) | 21.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 150 (63.0%) | 94.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 31 (13.0%) | 42.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Total | 238 (100.0%) | 42.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Grimes County
2.9% of women with births in Grimes County are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of less than high school are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree are least likely to be married with 22.6% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 20 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 37 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 150 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 24 (77.4%) | 7 (22.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 231 (97.1%) | 7 (2.9%) |
Employment Characteristics in Grimes County
Employment by Class of Employer in Grimes County
Among the 11,335 employed individuals in Grimes County, private company employees (7,100 | 62.6%), state government employees (1,159 | 10.2%), and self-employed (not incorporated) (1,089 | 9.6%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 7,100 | 62.6% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 528 | 4.7% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 1,089 | 9.6% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 431 | 3.8% |
| Local Government Employees | 964 | 8.5% |
| State Government Employees | 1,159 | 10.2% |
| Federal Government Employees | 64 | 0.6% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 11,335 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Grimes County
According to the labor force statistics for Grimes County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (23,506), 52.6% or 12,364 individuals are in the labor force, with 5.6% or 692 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 20 to 24 years, with 72.3% or 1,398 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 25.2% or 162 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 643 (46.0%) | 162 (25.2%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 1,398 (72.3%) | 161 (11.5%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 963 (66.2%) | 11 (1.1%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 1,030 (59.6%) | 24 (2.3%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 2,518 (67.4%) | 111 (4.4%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 2,532 (66.4%) | 116 (4.6%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 1,472 (65.7%) | 43 (2.9%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 929 (50.5%) | 29 (3.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 676 (19.6%) | 37 (5.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 193 (10.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 12,364 (52.6%) | 692 (5.6%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Grimes County
According to labor force statistics for Grimes County, 63.8% of individuals (9,451) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (14,813) are in the labor force, with 3.6% or 340 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 82.4% or 2,235 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 5.2% or 75 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 1,440 (52.0%) | 144 (5.2%) |
| High School Diploma | 2,706 (57.3%) | 179 (3.8%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 3,064 (66.5%) | 175 (3.8%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 2,235 (82.4%) | 52 (1.9%) |
| Total | 9,451 (63.8%) | 533 (3.6%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Grimes County
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Grimes County are Management (1,627 | 14.0%), Community & Social Service (1,131 | 9.7%), Education Instruction & Library (772 | 6.6%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (619 | 5.3%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (477 | 4.1%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Grimes County, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (89.1%), Computers, Engineering & Science (78.4%), and Management (66.9%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Life, Physical & Social Science (100.0%), Education Instruction & Library (83.7%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (81.6%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 1,088 (66.9%) | 539 (33.1%) |
| Business & Financial | 216 (60.2%) | 143 (39.8%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 374 (78.4%) | 103 (21.6%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 39 (47.6%) | 43 (52.4%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 335 (89.1%) | 41 (10.9%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 0 (0.0%) | 19 (100.0%) |
| Community & Social Service | 238 (21.0%) | 893 (79.0%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 70 (32.1%) | 148 (67.9%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 12 (25.0%) | 36 (75.0%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 126 (16.3%) | 646 (83.7%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 30 (32.3%) | 63 (67.7%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 114 (18.4%) | 505 (81.6%) |
| Health Technologists | 85 (20.2%) | 336 (79.8%) |
| Total (Category) | 2,030 (48.2%) | 2,183 (51.8%) |
| Total (Overall) | 6,284 (53.9%) | 5,375 (46.1%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Grimes County are Healthcare Support (480 | 4.1%), Food Preparation & Serving (472 | 4.1%), Security & Protection (309 | 2.6%), Cleaning & Maintenance (270 | 2.3%), and Firefighting & Prevention (172 | 1.5%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Grimes County, the most male-oriented occupations are Firefighting & Prevention (98.3%), Security & Protection (90.9%), and Law Enforcement (81.8%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Personal Care & Service (98.2%), Healthcare Support (79.0%), and Food Preparation & Serving (71.4%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 101 (21.0%) | 379 (79.0%) |
| Security & Protection | 281 (90.9%) | 28 (9.1%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 169 (98.3%) | 3 (1.7%) |
| Law Enforcement | 112 (81.8%) | 25 (18.2%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 135 (28.6%) | 337 (71.4%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 128 (47.4%) | 142 (52.6%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 3 (1.8%) | 159 (98.2%) |
| Total (Category) | 648 (38.3%) | 1,045 (61.7%) |
| Total (Overall) | 6,284 (53.9%) | 5,375 (46.1%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Grimes County are Office & Administration (1,330 | 11.4%), and Sales & Related (1,173 | 10.1%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 413 (35.2%) | 760 (64.8%) |
| Office & Administration | 275 (20.7%) | 1,055 (79.3%) |
| Total (Category) | 688 (27.5%) | 1,815 (72.5%) |
| Total (Overall) | 6,284 (53.9%) | 5,375 (46.1%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Grimes County are Construction & Extraction (904 | 7.7%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (522 | 4.5%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (156 | 1.3%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 138 (88.5%) | 18 (11.5%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 890 (98.5%) | 14 (1.5%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 522 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,550 (98.0%) | 32 (2.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 6,284 (53.9%) | 5,375 (46.1%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Grimes County are Production (797 | 6.8%), Transportation (559 | 4.8%), and Material Moving (312 | 2.7%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 722 (90.6%) | 75 (9.4%) |
| Transportation | 439 (78.5%) | 120 (21.5%) |
| Material Moving | 207 (66.3%) | 105 (33.7%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,368 (82.0%) | 300 (18.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 6,284 (53.9%) | 5,375 (46.1%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Grimes County
Employment Industries in Grimes County
The major employment industries in Grimes County include Retail Trade (1,526 | 13.1%), Educational Services (1,393 | 11.9%), Health Care & Social Assistance (1,328 | 11.4%), Construction (1,323 | 11.4%), and Manufacturing (1,222 | 10.5%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Grimes County
The Grimes County industries that see more men than women are Enterprise Management (100.0%), Construction (91.8%), and Utilities (91.7%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Information (89.1%), Health Care & Social Assistance (82.1%), and Educational Services (79.4%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 350 (88.2%) | 47 (11.8%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 301 (85.5%) | 51 (14.5%) |
| Construction | 1,214 (91.8%) | 109 (8.2%) |
| Manufacturing | 958 (78.4%) | 264 (21.6%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 62 (66.7%) | 31 (33.3%) |
| Retail Trade | 610 (40.0%) | 916 (60.0%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 257 (62.1%) | 157 (37.9%) |
| Utilities | 210 (91.7%) | 19 (8.3%) |
| Information | 5 (10.9%) | 41 (89.1%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 205 (44.1%) | 260 (55.9%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 70 (34.6%) | 132 (65.3%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 314 (61.2%) | 199 (38.8%) |
| Enterprise Management | 2 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 97 (35.5%) | 176 (64.5%) |
| Educational Services | 287 (20.6%) | 1,106 (79.4%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 238 (17.9%) | 1,090 (82.1%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 66 (45.8%) | 78 (54.2%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 259 (55.2%) | 210 (44.8%) |
| Public Administration | 351 (60.5%) | 229 (39.5%) |
| Total | 6,284 (53.9%) | 5,375 (46.1%) |
Education in Grimes County
School Enrollment in Grimes County
The most common levels of schooling among the 6,795 students in Grimes County are elementary school (1,895 | 27.9%), high school (1,630 | 24.0%), and middle school (1,443 | 21.2%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 440 | 6.5% |
| Kindergarten | 338 | 5.0% |
| Elementary School | 1,895 | 27.9% |
| Middle School | 1,443 | 21.2% |
| High School | 1,630 | 24.0% |
| College / Undergraduate | 912 | 13.4% |
| Graduate / Professional | 137 | 2.0% |
| Total | 6,795 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Grimes County
Out of a total of 6,795 students who are enrolled in schools in Grimes County, 693 (10.2%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 6,102 (89.8%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 35 years and over has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 62 (20.2% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 25 to 34 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 234 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 358 (95.5%) | 17 (4.5%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 1,692 (90.5%) | 178 (9.5%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 1,798 (93.4%) | 127 (6.6%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 906 (80.8%) | 215 (19.2%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 425 (82.4%) | 91 (17.6%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 445 (99.6%) | 2 (0.4%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 234 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 Years and over | 245 (79.8%) | 62 (20.2%) |
| Total | 6,102 (89.8%) | 693 (10.2%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Grimes County
Education (731 | 17.5%), business (635 | 15.2%), science & technology (471 | 11.3%), bio, nature & agricultural (387 | 9.3%), and arts & humanities (331 | 8.0%) are the most common fields of study among 4,166 individuals in Grimes County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 100 | 2.4% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 387 | 9.3% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 261 | 6.3% |
| Psychology | 164 | 3.9% |
| Social Sciences | 197 | 4.7% |
| Engineering | 269 | 6.5% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 104 | 2.5% |
| Science & Technology | 471 | 11.3% |
| Business | 635 | 15.2% |
| Education | 731 | 17.5% |
| Literature & Languages | 188 | 4.5% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 161 | 3.9% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 152 | 3.6% |
| Communications | 15 | 0.4% |
| Arts & Humanities | 331 | 8.0% |
| Total | 4,166 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Grimes County
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Grimes County
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Grimes County are males with 2 vehicles (2,801, accounting for 45.5%) and females with 2 vehicles (2,233, making up 54.4%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 107 (1.7%) | 89 (1.7%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 683 (11.1%) | 996 (19.3%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 2,801 (45.5%) | 2,233 (43.3%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 1,709 (27.8%) | 1,247 (24.2%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 501 (8.1%) | 323 (6.3%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 352 (5.7%) | 265 (5.1%) |
| Total | 6,153 (100.0%) | 5,153 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Grimes County
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Grimes County are 30 to 34 minutes (1,719 commuters, 15.8%), 60 to 89 minutes (1,196 commuters, 11.0%), and 45 to 59 minutes (1,168 commuters, 10.8%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 621 | 5.7% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 1,029 | 9.5% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 692 | 6.4% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 964 | 8.9% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 940 | 8.7% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 600 | 5.5% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 1,719 | 15.8% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 703 | 6.5% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 708 | 6.5% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 1,168 | 10.8% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 1,196 | 11.0% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 510 | 4.7% |
Commute Time by Sex in Grimes County
The most common commute times in Grimes County are 30 to 34 minutes (973 commuters, 16.4%) for males and 30 to 34 minutes (746 commuters, 15.1%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 272 (4.6%) | 349 (7.1%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 385 (6.5%) | 644 (13.1%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 246 (4.2%) | 446 (9.0%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 392 (6.6%) | 572 (11.6%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 549 (9.3%) | 391 (7.9%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 324 (5.5%) | 276 (5.6%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 973 (16.4%) | 746 (15.1%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 452 (7.6%) | 251 (5.1%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 326 (5.5%) | 382 (7.7%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 677 (11.4%) | 491 (10.0%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 832 (14.1%) | 364 (7.4%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 495 (8.4%) | 15 (0.3%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Grimes County
The most frequent times of departure to work in Grimes County are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (1,202, 20.3%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (1,036, 21.0%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 624 (10.5%) | 254 (5.2%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 461 (7.8%) | 198 (4.0%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 647 (10.9%) | 427 (8.7%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 674 (11.4%) | 392 (8.0%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 559 (9.4%) | 638 (13.0%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 1,202 (20.3%) | 1,036 (21.0%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 293 (5.0%) | 467 (9.5%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 259 (4.4%) | 345 (7.0%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 40 (0.7%) | 140 (2.8%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 264 (4.5%) | 245 (5.0%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 100 (1.7%) | 154 (3.1%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 49 (1.0%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 402 (6.8%) | 280 (5.7%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 398 (6.7%) | 302 (6.1%) |
| Total | 5,923 (100.0%) | 4,927 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Grimes County
Occupancy by Ownership in Grimes County
Of the total 9,769 dwellings in Grimes County, owner-occupied units account for 7,641 (78.2%), while renter-occupied units make up 2,128 (21.8%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 7,641 | 78.2% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 2,128 | 21.8% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 9,769 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Grimes County
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 2,603 | 26.7% |
| 2-Person Household | 3,181 | 32.6% |
| 3-Person Household | 1,460 | 14.9% |
| 4+ Person Household | 2,525 | 25.9% |
| Total Housing Units | 9,769 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Grimes County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 1,848 (71.0%) | 755 (29.0%) |
| 2-Person Household | 2,735 (86.0%) | 446 (14.0%) |
| 3-Person Household | 1,134 (77.7%) | 326 (22.3%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 1,924 (76.2%) | 601 (23.8%) |
| Total Housing Units | 7,641 (78.2%) | 2,128 (21.8%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Grimes County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 1,267 (71.7%) | 500 (28.3%) |
| High School Diploma | 1,998 (74.5%) | 685 (25.5%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 2,326 (75.6%) | 750 (24.4%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 2,050 (91.4%) | 193 (8.6%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Grimes County
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 1,330 | 13.6% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,544 | 15.8% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,806 | 18.5% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 2,038 | 20.9% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,872 | 19.2% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 821 | 8.4% |
| 85 Years and Over | 358 | 3.7% |
| Total | 9,769 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Grimes County
Median Income by Occupancy in Grimes County
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 7,641 (78.2%) | $77,608 |
| Renter-Occupied | 2,128 (21.8%) | $31,109 |
| Average | 9,769 (100.0%) | $63,484 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Grimes County
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 172 (2.2%) | 179 (8.4%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 151 (2.0%) | 62 (2.9%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 169 (2.2%) | 242 (11.4%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 333 (4.4%) | 102 (4.8%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 253 (3.3%) | 57 (2.7%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 517 (6.8%) | 585 (27.5%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 891 (11.7%) | 263 (12.4%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,246 (16.3%) | 326 (15.3%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,027 (13.4%) | 75 (3.5%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,489 (19.5%) | 196 (9.2%) |
| $150,000 or more | 1,393 (18.2%) | 41 (1.9%) |
| Total | 7,641 (100.0%) | 2,128 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Grimes County
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 905 (11.8%) | 142 (6.7%) |
| $300 to $499 | 1,253 (16.4%) | 206 (9.7%) |
| $500 to $799 | 1,953 (25.6%) | 314 (14.8%) |
| $800 to $999 | 635 (8.3%) | 396 (18.6%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 1,135 (14.8%) | 456 (21.4%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 719 (9.4%) | 84 (4.0%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 619 (8.1%) | 30 (1.4%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 202 (2.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 220 (2.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 7,641 (100.0%) | 2,128 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Grimes County
Housing Structures in Grimes County
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 7,157 | 73.3% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 166 | 1.7% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 213 | 2.2% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 116 | 1.2% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 196 | 2.0% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 167 | 1.7% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 1,754 | 17.9% |
| Total | 9,769 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Grimes County
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 6,284 (87.8%) | 873 (12.2%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 123 (74.1%) | 43 (25.9%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 9 (4.2%) | 204 (95.8%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 116 (100.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 196 (100.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 167 (100.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 1,225 (69.8%) | 529 (30.2%) |
| Total | 7,641 (78.2%) | 2,128 (21.8%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Grimes County
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 206 (2.7%) | 168 (7.9%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 543 (7.1%) | 302 (14.2%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 2,740 (35.9%) | 1,073 (50.4%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 2,870 (37.6%) | 449 (21.1%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 1,282 (16.8%) | 136 (6.4%) |
| Total | 7,641 (100.0%) | 2,128 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Grimes County
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 899 (11.8%) | 316 (14.8%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 1,394 (18.2%) | 186 (8.7%) |
| Electricity | 5,139 (67.3%) | 1,605 (75.4%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 61 (0.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 148 (1.9%) | 8 (0.4%) |
| No Fuel Used | 0 (0.0%) | 13 (0.6%) |
| Total | 7,641 (100.0%) | 2,128 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Grimes County
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 170 (2.2%) | 143 (6.7%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 1,744 (22.8%) | 922 (43.3%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 3,176 (41.6%) | 919 (43.2%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 2,551 (33.4%) | 144 (6.8%) |
| Total | 7,641 (100.0%) | 2,128 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Grimes County
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Grimes County
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 4,641 | 3,000 |
| Median Property Value | $181,900 | $243,100 |
| Median Household Income | $60,028 | $801 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $521 | $214 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $1,989 | $113 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Grimes County
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 604 (13.0%) | 107 (3.6%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 778 (16.8%) | 243 (8.1%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 2,004 (43.2%) | 1,509 (50.3%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 771 (16.6%) | 669 (22.3%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 221 (4.8%) | 407 (13.6%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 72 (1.5%) | 50 (1.7%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 191 (4.1%) | 15 (0.5%) |
| Total | 4,641 (100.0%) | 3,000 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Grimes County
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 231 (5.0%) | 29 (1.0%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 560 (12.1%) | 92 (3.1%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 425 (9.2%) | 195 (6.5%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 709 (15.3%) | 92 (3.1%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 873 (18.8%) | 182 (6.1%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 582 (12.5%) | 373 (12.4%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 669 (14.4%) | 445 (14.8%) |
| $150,000 or more | 592 (12.8%) | 820 (27.3%) |
| Total | 4,641 (100.0%) | 3,000 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Grimes County
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 1,481 (31.9%) | 107,157 (3,571.9%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 1,168 (25.2%) | 1,277 (42.6%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 330 (7.1%) | 591 (19.7%) |
| 4.0x or more | 1,588 (34.2%) | 277 (9.2%) |
| Total | 4,641 (100.0%) | 3,000 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Grimes County
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 828 (17.8%) | 13 (0.4%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 973 (21.0%) | 166 (5.5%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 2,584 (55.7%) | 358 (11.9%) |
| Total | 4,641 (100.0%) | 3,000 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Grimes County
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Grimes County
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 1,641 (89.8%) | 186 (10.2%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 3,941 (76.4%) | 1,218 (23.6%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 1,560 (70.7%) | 646 (29.3%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 1,715 (75.2%) | 565 (24.8%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 2,280 (79.6%) | 585 (20.4%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 2,190 (67.8%) | 1,042 (32.2%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 3,083 (87.2%) | 453 (12.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 3,118 (98.8%) | 37 (1.2%) |
| 75 Years and older | 1,777 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 21,305 (81.8%) | 4,732 (18.2%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Grimes County
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 1,641 (89.8%) | 186 (10.2%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 3,941 (76.4%) | 1,218 (23.6%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 1,560 (70.7%) | 646 (29.3%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Grimes County
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 2,442 (82.4%) | 522 (17.6%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 3,827 (72.3%) | 1,466 (27.7%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 3,190 (73.4%) | 1,159 (26.7%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 2,991 (90.8%) | 302 (9.2%) |
| $100,000 and over | 8,806 (87.5%) | 1,257 (12.5%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Grimes County
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 715 (39.1%) | 999 (54.7%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 1,637 (31.7%) | 2,587 (50.1%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 236 (10.7%) | 1,324 (60.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 368 (16.1%) | 1,415 (62.1%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 107 (3.7%) | 2,193 (76.5%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 261 (8.1%) | 2,019 (62.5%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 494 (14.0%) | 2,686 (76.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 3,062 (97.1%) | 1,833 (58.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 1,777 (100.0%) | 1,123 (63.2%) |
| Total | 8,657 (33.3%) | 16,179 (62.1%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Grimes County
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 215 (8.0%) | 55 (2.4%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 154 (6.1%) | 210 (8.9%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 546 (12.2%) | 767 (14.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 500 (32.5%) | 325 (20.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 470 (59.5%) | 512 (51.9%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Grimes County
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 9 (0.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 62 (2.6%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 212 (4.7%) | 55 (1.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 301 (19.6%) | 91 (5.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 300 (38.0%) | 270 (27.4%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 56 (2.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 51 (2.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 101 (2.2%) | 195 (3.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 60 (3.9%) | 50 (3.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 43 (5.4%) | 163 (16.5%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 66 (2.5%) | 55 (2.4%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 115 (4.6%) | 150 (6.4%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 253 (5.7%) | 269 (5.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 96 (6.2%) | 42 (2.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 164 (20.8%) | 182 (18.4%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 24 (0.9%) | 15 (0.6%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 34 (1.3%) | 60 (2.5%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 211 (4.7%) | 424 (8.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 238 (15.5%) | 241 (14.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 268 (33.9%) | 349 (35.4%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 15 (0.6%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 34 (1.3%) | 60 (2.5%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 75 (1.7%) | 31 (0.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 37 (2.4%) | 89 (5.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 86 (10.9%) | 161 (16.3%) |
Technology Access in Grimes County
Computing Device Access in Grimes County
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 6,798 | 69.6% |
| Smartphone | 8,345 | 85.4% |
| Tablet | 5,177 | 53.0% |
| No Computing Device | 794 | 8.1% |
| Total | 9,769 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Grimes County
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 6 | 0.1% |
| Broadband Home | 4,500 | 46.1% |
| Cellular Data Only | 2,115 | 21.6% |
| Satellite Internet | 1,362 | 13.9% |
| No Internet | 2,068 | 21.2% |
| Total | 9,769 | 100.0% |
Grimes County Summary
Grimes County is located in the southeastern part of the state of Texas, in the United States. It is part of the Houston-The Woodlands-Sugar Land metropolitan area and is bordered by Brazos, Madison, Walker, Montgomery, and Waller counties. The county seat is Anderson, and the largest city is Navasota. As of the 2010 census, the population was 26,604.
Geography
Grimes County is located in the southeastern part of Texas, in the United States. It is part of the Houston-The Woodlands-Sugar Land metropolitan area and is bordered by Brazos, Madison, Walker, Montgomery, and Waller counties. The county has a total area of 590 square miles, of which 588 square miles is land and 2 square miles (0.3%) is water. The terrain is mostly flat with some rolling hills. The county is drained by the Navasota River and its tributaries.
History
Grimes County was established in 1846 and named after Jesse Grimes, a signer of the Texas Declaration of Independence. The county was originally part of Washington County, but was later divided into its own county. The county seat was originally located in Anderson, but was moved to Navasota in 1858.
The county was largely agricultural until the late 19th century, when the Houston and Texas Central Railway was built through the county. This led to the development of several small towns, such as Anderson, Bedias, and Navasota. The county also became a center for cotton production, and the town of Navasota became known as the “Cotton Capital of Texas.”
In the early 20th century, the county began to diversify its economy, with the development of oil and gas production, as well as the growth of the timber industry. The county also became a center for the production of pecans, and the town of Anderson became known as the “Pecan Capital of Texas.”
Economy
Grimes County has a diverse economy, with a mix of agriculture, manufacturing, and services. The county’s largest employers are the Navasota Independent School District, the Grimes County Sheriff’s Office, and the Navasota Hospital.
Agriculture is an important part of the county’s economy, with the production of cotton, corn, soybeans, hay, and pecans. The county is also home to several large cattle ranches.
Manufacturing is also an important part of the county’s economy, with several large companies located in the county, such as Navasota Fabricators, Inc., Navasota Plastics, and Navasota Steel.
The county is also home to several service-based businesses, such as restaurants, hotels, and retail stores.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, the population of Grimes County was 26,604. The racial makeup of the county was 79.3% White, 15.2% Hispanic or Latino, 2.7% African American, 0.7% Native American, 0.3% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, and 1.7% from other races.
The median household income in the county was $45,945, and the median family income was $54,945. The per capita income was $21,945. About 14.2% of the population was below the poverty line.
Conclusion
Grimes County is located in the southeastern part of Texas, in the United States. It is part of the Houston-The Woodlands-Sugar Land metropolitan area and is bordered by Brazos, Madison, Walker, Montgomery, and Waller counties. The county has a diverse economy, with a mix of agriculture, manufacturing, and services. As of the 2010 census, the population of Grimes County was 26,604. The racial makeup of the county was 79.3% White, 15.2% Hispanic or Latino, 2.7% African American, 0.7% Native American, 0.3% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, and 1.7% from other races. The median household income in the county was $45,945, and the median family income was $54,945. The per capita income was $21,945. About 14.2% of the population was below the poverty line.
Common Questions
What is Per Capita Income in Grimes County?
Per Capita income in Grimes County is $28,792.
What is the Median Family Income in Grimes County?
Median Family Income in Grimes County is $79,747.
What is the Median Household income in Grimes County?
Median Household Income in Grimes County is $63,484.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Grimes County?
Income or Wage Gap in Grimes County is 40.3%.
Women in Grimes County earn 59.7 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Grimes County?
Family Income Deficit in Grimes County is $12,309.
Families that are below poverty line in Grimes County earn $12,309 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Grimes County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Grimes County is 0.45.
What is the Total Population of Grimes County?
Total Population of Grimes County is 29,442.
What is the Total Male Population of Grimes County?
Total Male Population of Grimes County is 15,894.
What is the Total Female Population of Grimes County?
Total Female Population of Grimes County is 13,548.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Grimes County?
There are 117.32 Males per 100 Females in Grimes County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Grimes County?
There are 85.24 Females per 100 Males in Grimes County.
What is the Median Population Age in Grimes County?
Median Population Age in Grimes County is 40.3 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Grimes County
Average Family Size in Grimes County is 3.2 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Grimes County
Average Household Size in Grimes County is 2.7 People.
How Large is the Labor Force in Grimes County?
There are 12,364 People in the Labor Forcein in Grimes County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Grimes County?
52.6% of People are in the Labor Force in Grimes County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Grimes County?
Unemployment Rate in Grimes County is 5.6%.