Hockley County, TX Map & Demographics
Hockley County Overview
$28,809
PER CAPITA INCOME
$66,089
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$53,283
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
38.9%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
61.1¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.44
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
21,495
TOTAL POPULATION
10,775
MALE POPULATION
10,720
FEMALE POPULATION
100.51
MALES / 100 FEMALES
99.49
FEMALES / 100 MALES
35.3
MEDIAN AGE
3.2
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.6
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
10,235
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
62.3%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
5.3%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Hockley County Area Codes
Income in Hockley County
Income Overview in Hockley County
Per Capita Income in Hockley County is $28,809, while median incomes of families and households are $66,089 and $53,283 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 21,495 | $28,809 |
| Median Family Income | 5,582 | $66,089 |
| Mean Family Income | 5,582 | $85,285 |
| Median Household Income | 7,922 | $53,283 |
| Mean Household Income | 7,922 | $73,311 |
| Income Deficit | 5,582 | $0 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 21,495 | 38.87% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 21,495 | 61.13¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 21,495 | 0.44 |
Earnings by Sex in Hockley County
Average Earnings in Hockley County are $35,024, $42,394 for men and $25,914 for women, a difference of 38.9%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 6,040 (55.1%) | $42,394 |
| Female | 4,930 (44.9%) | $25,914 |
| Total | 10,970 (100.0%) | $35,024 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Hockley County
The most common earnings brackets in Hockley County are $100,000+ for men (802 | 13.3%) and $2,499 or less for women (506 | 10.3%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 295 (4.9%) | 506 (10.3%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 140 (2.3%) | 302 (6.1%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 151 (2.5%) | 219 (4.4%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 71 (1.2%) | 249 (5.1%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 145 (2.4%) | 208 (4.2%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 246 (4.1%) | 214 (4.3%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 133 (2.2%) | 148 (3.0%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 197 (3.3%) | 266 (5.4%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 184 (3.0%) | 131 (2.7%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 182 (3.0%) | 150 (3.0%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 410 (6.8%) | 297 (6.0%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 383 (6.3%) | 255 (5.2%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 370 (6.1%) | 216 (4.4%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 235 (3.9%) | 312 (6.3%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 278 (4.6%) | 224 (4.5%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 389 (6.4%) | 224 (4.5%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 506 (8.4%) | 285 (5.8%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 369 (6.1%) | 287 (5.8%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 554 (9.2%) | 310 (6.3%) |
| $100,000+ | 802 (13.3%) | 127 (2.6%) |
| Total | 6,040 (100.0%) | 4,930 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Hockley County
Average earnings in Hockley County are $50,856 for men and $32,955 for women, a difference of 35.2%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $82,000, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $45,000. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $70,536, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $17,857.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $45,000 | $17,857 |
| High School Diploma | $49,159 | $19,667 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $53,028 | $30,878 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $66,875 | $51,411 |
| Graduate Degree | $82,000 | $70,536 |
| Total | $50,856 | $32,955 |
Family Income in Hockley County
Family Income Brackets in Hockley County
According to the Hockley County family income data, there are 1,273 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 22.8% of all families. Conversely, the less than $10,000 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 151 families (2.7%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 151 | 2.7% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 234 | 4.2% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 318 | 5.7% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 530 | 9.5% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 832 | 14.9% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 971 | 17.4% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 603 | 10.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,273 | 22.8% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 357 | 6.4% |
| $200,000+ | 313 | 5.6% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Hockley County
7+ person families (90 | 1.6%) account for the highest median family income in Hockley County with $104,250 per family, while 2-person families (2,518 | 45.1%) have the highest median income of $27,179 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 2,518 (45.1%) | $54,358 |
| 3-Person Families | 1,132 (20.3%) | $61,382 |
| 4-Person Families | 1,145 (20.5%) | $79,688 |
| 5-Person Families | 543 (9.7%) | $68,598 |
| 6-Person Families | 154 (2.8%) | $0 |
| 7+ Person Families | 90 (1.6%) | $104,250 |
| Total | 5,582 (100.0%) | $66,089 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Hockley County
The median family income in Hockley County is $66,089, with families comprising 3+ earners (703) having the highest median family income of $120,899, while families with no earners (746) have the lowest median family income of $29,545, accounting for 12.6% and 13.4% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 746 (13.4%) | $29,545 |
| 1 Earner | 1,943 (34.8%) | $48,309 |
| 2 Earners | 2,190 (39.2%) | $90,167 |
| 3+ Earners | 703 (12.6%) | $120,899 |
| Total | 5,582 (100.0%) | $66,089 |
Household Income in Hockley County
Household Income Brackets in Hockley County
With 1,473 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in Hockley County, accounting for 18.6% of all households. In contrast, only 333 households (4.2%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 349 | 4.4% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 491 | 6.2% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 895 | 11.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 887 | 11.2% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 1,046 | 13.2% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,291 | 16.3% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 761 | 9.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,473 | 18.6% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 404 | 5.1% |
| $200,000+ | 333 | 4.2% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Hockley County
The median household income in Hockley County is $53,283, with the highest median household income of $74,800 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 2,668 households (33.7%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $35,417, with 396 households (5.0%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 396 (5.0%) | $35,417 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 2,696 (34.0%) | $60,906 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 2,668 (33.7%) | $74,800 |
| 65+ Years | 2,162 (27.3%) | $35,612 |
| Total | 7,922 (100.0%) | $53,283 |
Poverty in Hockley County
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Hockley County
With 12.7% poverty level for males and 17.4% for females among the residents of Hockley County, 5 year old males and 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 69 males (62.2%) and 49 females (35.8%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 160 (22.8%) | 174 (23.3%) |
| 5 Years | 69 (62.2%) | 49 (35.8%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 95 (12.9%) | 198 (22.9%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 48 (6.4%) | 84 (16.3%) |
| 15 Years | 75 (39.9%) | 19 (10.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 2 (0.6%) | 58 (19.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 200 (22.8%) | 267 (30.1%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 157 (11.0%) | 213 (15.9%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 80 (5.8%) | 177 (13.5%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 89 (8.2%) | 110 (9.1%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 170 (13.0%) | 187 (15.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 110 (12.3%) | 100 (10.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 60 (11.4%) | 178 (24.2%) |
| Total | 1,315 (12.7%) | 1,814 (17.4%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Hockley County
According to the poverty statistics in Hockley County, males aged 16 and 17 years and females aged 45 to 54 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 99.4% of males and 90.9% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 541 (77.2%) | 572 (76.7%) |
| 5 Years | 42 (37.8%) | 88 (64.2%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 640 (87.1%) | 667 (77.1%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 704 (93.6%) | 432 (83.7%) |
| 15 Years | 113 (60.1%) | 171 (90.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 353 (99.4%) | 248 (81.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 678 (77.2%) | 620 (69.9%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 1,265 (89.0%) | 1,131 (84.2%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,300 (94.2%) | 1,131 (86.5%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,002 (91.8%) | 1,097 (90.9%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,134 (87.0%) | 1,062 (85.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 786 (87.7%) | 833 (89.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 465 (88.6%) | 558 (75.8%) |
| Total | 9,023 (87.3%) | 8,610 (82.6%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Hockley County
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Hockley County show that 7.3% or 305 of the total 4,157 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 8.5%, comprising of 44 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 7.0%, which includes 157 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 2,093 (93.0%) | 157 (7.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 1,259 (92.5%) | 102 (7.5%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 474 (91.5%) | 44 (8.5%) |
| 5 or more Children | 26 (92.9%) | 2 (7.1%) |
| Total | 3,852 (92.7%) | 305 (7.3%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Hockley County
According to the poverty data in Hockley County, 3.6% or 11 single-father households and 32.2% or 361 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 11 households (8.8%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 80 households (60.6%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 80 (23.3%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 11 (8.8%) | 186 (30.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 80 (60.6%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 15 (60.0%) |
| Total | 11 (3.6%) | 361 (32.2%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Hockley County
The poverty data for Hockley County shows that 305 of the married-couple family households (7.3%) and 372 of the single-parent households (26.1%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 44 households (8.5%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 15 household (60.0%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 157 (7.0%) | 80 (16.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 102 (7.5%) | 197 (26.4%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 44 (8.5%) | 80 (51.6%) |
| 5 or more Children | 2 (7.1%) | 15 (60.0%) |
| Total | 305 (7.3%) | 372 (26.1%) |
Race in Hockley County
The most populous races in Hockley County are White / Caucasian (15,029 | 69.9%), Hispanic or Latino (10,794 | 50.2%), and Two or more Races (4,008 | 18.6%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 86 | 0.4% |
| Black / African American | 627 | 2.9% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 10,794 | 50.2% |
| Native / Alaskan | 116 | 0.5% |
| White / Caucasian | 15,029 | 69.9% |
| Two or more Races | 4,008 | 18.6% |
| Some other Race | 1,629 | 7.6% |
| Total | 21,495 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Hockley County
The most populous ancestries reported in Hockley County are Mexican (9,766 | 45.4%), American (2,577 | 12.0%), German (2,147 | 10.0%), Irish (1,588 | 7.4%), and English (1,513 | 7.0%), together accounting for 81.8% of all Hockley County residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| African | 16 | 0.1% |
| American | 2,577 | 12.0% |
| Apache | 22 | 0.1% |
| Austrian | 2 | 0.0% |
| Bhutanese | 22 | 0.1% |
| Blackfeet | 5 | 0.0% |
| British | 33 | 0.2% |
| Burmese | 57 | 0.3% |
| Cajun | 7 | 0.0% |
| Canadian | 4 | 0.0% |
| Celtic | 4 | 0.0% |
| Central American | 9 | 0.0% |
| Cherokee | 37 | 0.2% |
| Chippewa | 10 | 0.1% |
| Choctaw | 6 | 0.0% |
| Comanche | 15 | 0.1% |
| Creek | 51 | 0.2% |
| Czech | 24 | 0.1% |
| Czechoslovakian | 6 | 0.0% |
| Danish | 19 | 0.1% |
| Dutch | 154 | 0.7% |
| Dutch West Indian | 31 | 0.1% |
| Eastern European | 50 | 0.2% |
| English | 1,513 | 7.0% |
| European | 170 | 0.8% |
| French | 214 | 1.0% |
| French Canadian | 25 | 0.1% |
| German | 2,147 | 10.0% |
| Guamanian / Chamorro | 4 | 0.0% |
| Guatemalan | 4 | 0.0% |
| Honduran | 5 | 0.0% |
| Hungarian | 1 | 0.0% |
| Inupiat | 21 | 0.1% |
| Iranian | 10 | 0.1% |
| Irish | 1,588 | 7.4% |
| Italian | 259 | 1.2% |
| Korean | 93 | 0.4% |
| Lithuanian | 3 | 0.0% |
| Mexican | 9,766 | 45.4% |
| Mexican American Indian | 1 | 0.0% |
| Native Hawaiian | 34 | 0.2% |
| Navajo | 4 | 0.0% |
| New Zealander | 63 | 0.3% |
| Nigerian | 15 | 0.1% |
| Northern European | 96 | 0.4% |
| Norwegian | 15 | 0.1% |
| Osage | 55 | 0.3% |
| Pakistani | 2 | 0.0% |
| Polish | 128 | 0.6% |
| Portuguese | 5 | 0.0% |
| Puerto Rican | 11 | 0.1% |
| Romanian | 11 | 0.1% |
| Russian | 36 | 0.2% |
| Scandinavian | 64 | 0.3% |
| Scotch-Irish | 56 | 0.3% |
| Scottish | 223 | 1.0% |
| South African | 13 | 0.1% |
| Spaniard | 74 | 0.3% |
| Spanish | 137 | 0.6% |
| Spanish American | 9 | 0.0% |
| Subsaharan African | 44 | 0.2% |
| Swedish | 37 | 0.2% |
| Swiss | 13 | 0.1% |
| Thai | 14 | 0.1% |
| Welsh | 48 | 0.2% |
| West Indian | 63 | 0.3% |
| Yaqui | 15 | 0.1% | View All 67 Rows |
Immigrants in Hockley County
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Hockley County came from Central America (1,630 | 7.6%), Latin America (1,630 | 7.6%), Mexico (1,628 | 7.6%), Asia (45 | 0.2%), and Eastern Asia (22 | 0.1%), together accounting for 23.0% of all Hockley County residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Africa | 20 | 0.1% |
| Asia | 45 | 0.2% |
| Canada | 7 | 0.0% |
| Central America | 1,630 | 7.6% |
| Denmark | 1 | 0.0% |
| Eastern Africa | 9 | 0.0% |
| Eastern Asia | 22 | 0.1% |
| England | 3 | 0.0% |
| Europe | 13 | 0.1% |
| Germany | 9 | 0.0% |
| Guatemala | 2 | 0.0% |
| India | 10 | 0.1% |
| Iran | 8 | 0.0% |
| Korea | 22 | 0.1% |
| Latin America | 1,630 | 7.6% |
| Mexico | 1,628 | 7.6% |
| Nigeria | 11 | 0.1% |
| Northern Europe | 4 | 0.0% |
| Oceania | 13 | 0.1% |
| Philippines | 5 | 0.0% |
| South Central Asia | 18 | 0.1% |
| South Eastern Asia | 5 | 0.0% |
| Western Africa | 11 | 0.1% |
| Western Europe | 9 | 0.0% | View All 24 Rows |
Sex and Age in Hockley County
Sex and Age in Hockley County
The most populous age groups in Hockley County are 10 to 14 Years (1,018 | 9.5%) for men and 10 to 14 Years (846 | 7.9%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 761 (7.1%) | 746 (7.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 619 (5.7%) | 699 (6.5%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 1,018 (9.5%) | 846 (7.9%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 907 (8.4%) | 828 (7.7%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 683 (6.3%) | 750 (7.0%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 725 (6.7%) | 656 (6.1%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 735 (6.8%) | 688 (6.4%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 731 (6.8%) | 688 (6.4%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 680 (6.3%) | 624 (5.8%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 554 (5.1%) | 592 (5.5%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 537 (5.0%) | 621 (5.8%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 729 (6.8%) | 631 (5.9%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 592 (5.5%) | 623 (5.8%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 550 (5.1%) | 565 (5.3%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 412 (3.8%) | 386 (3.6%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 254 (2.4%) | 282 (2.6%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 91 (0.8%) | 196 (1.8%) |
| 85 Years and over | 197 (1.8%) | 299 (2.8%) |
| Total | 10,775 (100.0%) | 10,720 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Hockley County
Median Family Size in Hockley County
The median family size in Hockley County is 3.19 persons per family, with married-couple families (4,157 | 74.5%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.29 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (305 | 5.5%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.47 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 4,157 (74.5%) | 3.29 |
| Single Male/Father | 305 (5.5%) | 2.47 |
| Single Female/Mother | 1,120 (20.1%) | 3.03 |
| Total Families | 5,582 (100.0%) | 3.19 |
Median Household Size in Hockley County
The median household size in Hockley County is 2.63 persons per household, with married-couple households (4,157 | 52.5%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.31 persons per household. non-family households (2,340 | 29.5%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.15 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 4,157 (52.5%) | 3.31 |
| Single Male/Father | 305 (3.8%) | 2.73 |
| Single Female/Mother | 1,120 (14.1%) | 3.20 |
| Non-family | 2,340 (29.5%) | 1.15 |
| Total Households | 7,922 (100.0%) | 2.63 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Hockley County
Out of a total of 7,922 households in Hockley County, 5,582 (70.5%) are family households, while 2,340 (29.5%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 2,345, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 2,047.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 2,047 (25.8%) |
| 2-Person Households | 2,345 (29.6%) | 231 (2.9%) |
| 3-Person Households | 1,216 (15.3%) | 62 (0.8%) |
| 4-Person Households | 1,174 (14.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5-Person Households | 566 (7.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 180 (2.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 101 (1.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 5,582 (70.5%) | 2,340 (29.5%) |
Female Fertility in Hockley County
Fertility by Age in Hockley County
Average fertility rate in Hockley County is 84.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 163.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 81.0% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 5 (1.2%) | 6.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 341 (81.0%) | 163.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 75 (17.8%) | 36.0 |
| Total | 421 (100.0%) | 84.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Hockley County
64.8% of women with births (421) in Hockley 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 20 to 34 years age bracket with 29.3% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 5 (100.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 241 (70.7%) | 100 (29.3%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 32 (42.7%) | 43 (57.3%) |
| Total | 273 (64.8%) | 148 (35.1%) |
Fertility by Education in Hockley County
Average fertility rate in Hockley County is 84.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of bachelor's degree have the highest fertility rate of 178.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of less than high school have the lowest fertility at 47.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of college or associate's degree represent 37.0% of all women with births.
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 55 (13.1%) | 47.0 |
| High School Diploma | 76 (18.0%) | 73.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 156 (37.0%) | 79.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 118 (28.0%) | 178.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 16 (3.8%) | 91.0 |
| Total | 421 (100.0%) | 84.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Hockley County
35.1% of women with births in Hockley County are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of graduate 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 48.1% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 50 (90.9%) | 5 (9.1%) |
| High School Diploma | 47 (61.8%) | 29 (38.2%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 81 (51.9%) | 75 (48.1%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 79 (66.9%) | 39 (33.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 16 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 273 (64.8%) | 148 (35.1%) |
Employment Characteristics in Hockley County
Employment by Class of Employer in Hockley County
Among the 9,554 employed individuals in Hockley County, private company employees (6,280 | 65.7%), self-employed (not incorporated) (851 | 8.9%), and local government employees (780 | 8.2%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 6,280 | 65.7% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 386 | 4.0% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 851 | 8.9% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 713 | 7.5% |
| Local Government Employees | 780 | 8.2% |
| State Government Employees | 488 | 5.1% |
| Federal Government Employees | 53 | 0.5% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 3 | 0.0% |
| Total | 9,554 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Hockley County
According to the labor force statistics for Hockley County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (16,428), 62.3% or 10,235 individuals are in the labor force, with 5.3% or 542 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 30 to 34 years, with 85.0% or 1,210 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 25.1% or 139 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 554 (40.8%) | 139 (25.1%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 941 (65.7%) | 77 (8.2%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 1,161 (84.1%) | 33 (2.8%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 1,210 (85.0%) | 44 (3.6%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 2,227 (81.8%) | 80 (3.6%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,926 (83.6%) | 81 (4.2%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 824 (60.6%) | 27 (3.3%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 745 (61.3%) | 42 (5.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 578 (30.2%) | 14 (2.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 65 (4.9%) | 3 (4.7%) |
| Total | 10,235 (62.3%) | 542 (5.3%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Hockley County
According to labor force statistics for Hockley County, 77.8% of individuals (8,096) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (10,406) are in the labor force, with 3.8% or 308 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 89.7% or 1,645 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 4.4% or 103 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 1,190 (61.6%) | 56 (2.9%) |
| High School Diploma | 2,338 (76.0%) | 135 (4.4%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 2,919 (81.9%) | 150 (4.2%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 1,645 (89.7%) | 51 (2.8%) |
| Total | 8,096 (77.8%) | 395 (3.8%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Hockley County
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Hockley County are Management (1,089 | 11.2%), Community & Social Service (1,045 | 10.8%), Education Instruction & Library (746 | 7.7%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (576 | 5.9%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (349 | 3.6%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Hockley County, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (93.4%), Computers, Engineering & Science (83.1%), and Computers & Mathematics (68.6%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Diagnosing & Treating (92.0%), Health Technologists (89.8%), and Education, Arts & Media (79.1%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 647 (59.4%) | 442 (40.6%) |
| Business & Financial | 119 (51.7%) | 111 (48.3%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 290 (83.1%) | 59 (16.9%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 72 (68.6%) | 33 (31.4%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 197 (93.4%) | 14 (6.6%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 21 (63.6%) | 12 (36.4%) |
| Community & Social Service | 292 (27.9%) | 753 (72.1%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 36 (20.9%) | 136 (79.1%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 28 (57.1%) | 21 (42.9%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 191 (25.6%) | 555 (74.4%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 37 (47.4%) | 41 (52.6%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 46 (8.0%) | 530 (92.0%) |
| Health Technologists | 27 (10.2%) | 237 (89.8%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,394 (42.4%) | 1,895 (57.6%) |
| Total (Overall) | 5,388 (55.6%) | 4,301 (44.4%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Hockley County are Food Preparation & Serving (567 | 5.9%), Cleaning & Maintenance (374 | 3.9%), Personal Care & Service (252 | 2.6%), Healthcare Support (239 | 2.5%), and Security & Protection (143 | 1.5%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Hockley County, the most male-oriented occupations are Firefighting & Prevention (91.7%), Security & Protection (91.6%), and Law Enforcement (91.6%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (90.8%), Personal Care & Service (71.8%), and Food Preparation & Serving (71.6%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 22 (9.2%) | 217 (90.8%) |
| Security & Protection | 131 (91.6%) | 12 (8.4%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 44 (91.7%) | 4 (8.3%) |
| Law Enforcement | 87 (91.6%) | 8 (8.4%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 161 (28.4%) | 406 (71.6%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 123 (32.9%) | 251 (67.1%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 71 (28.2%) | 181 (71.8%) |
| Total (Category) | 508 (32.3%) | 1,067 (67.7%) |
| Total (Overall) | 5,388 (55.6%) | 4,301 (44.4%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Hockley County are Sales & Related (820 | 8.5%), and Office & Administration (817 | 8.4%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 422 (51.5%) | 398 (48.5%) |
| Office & Administration | 81 (9.9%) | 736 (90.1%) |
| Total (Category) | 503 (30.7%) | 1,134 (69.3%) |
| Total (Overall) | 5,388 (55.6%) | 4,301 (44.4%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Hockley County are Construction & Extraction (855 | 8.8%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (449 | 4.6%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (272 | 2.8%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 229 (84.2%) | 43 (15.8%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 850 (99.4%) | 5 (0.6%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 442 (98.4%) | 7 (1.6%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,521 (96.5%) | 55 (3.5%) |
| Total (Overall) | 5,388 (55.6%) | 4,301 (44.4%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Hockley County are Production (700 | 7.2%), Material Moving (539 | 5.6%), and Transportation (373 | 3.8%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 642 (91.7%) | 58 (8.3%) |
| Transportation | 352 (94.4%) | 21 (5.6%) |
| Material Moving | 468 (86.8%) | 71 (13.2%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,462 (90.7%) | 150 (9.3%) |
| Total (Overall) | 5,388 (55.6%) | 4,301 (44.4%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Hockley County
Employment Industries in Hockley County
The major employment industries in Hockley County include Health Care & Social Assistance (1,232 | 12.7%), Educational Services (1,206 | 12.4%), Retail Trade (1,182 | 12.2%), Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (885 | 9.1%), and Construction (660 | 6.8%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Hockley County
The Hockley County industries that see more men than women are Enterprise Management (100.0%), Information (97.8%), and Wholesale Trade (94.4%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (88.5%), Finance & Insurance (76.3%), and Educational Services (71.1%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 391 (79.6%) | 100 (20.4%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 825 (93.2%) | 60 (6.8%) |
| Construction | 603 (91.4%) | 57 (8.6%) |
| Manufacturing | 554 (87.0%) | 83 (13.0%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 202 (94.4%) | 12 (5.6%) |
| Retail Trade | 589 (49.8%) | 593 (50.2%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 306 (79.3%) | 80 (20.7%) |
| Utilities | 101 (84.9%) | 18 (15.1%) |
| Information | 223 (97.8%) | 5 (2.2%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 52 (23.7%) | 167 (76.3%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 32 (78.0%) | 9 (22.0%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 99 (40.6%) | 145 (59.4%) |
| Enterprise Management | 12 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 91 (42.3%) | 124 (57.7%) |
| Educational Services | 349 (28.9%) | 857 (71.1%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 142 (11.5%) | 1,090 (88.5%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 55 (88.7%) | 7 (11.3%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 197 (30.6%) | 447 (69.4%) |
| Public Administration | 202 (51.1%) | 193 (48.9%) |
| Total | 5,388 (55.6%) | 4,301 (44.4%) |
Education in Hockley County
School Enrollment in Hockley County
The most common levels of schooling among the 5,966 students in Hockley County are middle school (1,530 | 25.7%), high school (1,230 | 20.6%), and elementary school (1,168 | 19.6%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 565 | 9.5% |
| Kindergarten | 168 | 2.8% |
| Elementary School | 1,168 | 19.6% |
| Middle School | 1,530 | 25.7% |
| High School | 1,230 | 20.6% |
| College / Undergraduate | 1,143 | 19.2% |
| Graduate / Professional | 162 | 2.7% |
| Total | 5,966 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Hockley County
Out of a total of 5,966 students who are enrolled in schools in Hockley County, 585 (9.8%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 5,381 (90.2%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 95 (25.4% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 15 to 17 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 935 (96.1% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 279 (74.6%) | 95 (25.4%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 1,191 (92.4%) | 98 (7.6%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 1,606 (87.9%) | 222 (12.1%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 935 (96.1%) | 38 (3.9%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 555 (91.9%) | 49 (8.1%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 377 (90.2%) | 41 (9.8%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 268 (90.2%) | 29 (9.8%) |
| 35 Years and over | 173 (94.5%) | 10 (5.5%) |
| Total | 5,381 (90.2%) | 585 (9.8%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Hockley County
Education (574 | 24.0%), business (503 | 21.0%), science & technology (241 | 10.1%), bio, nature & agricultural (223 | 9.3%), and engineering (146 | 6.1%) are the most common fields of study among 2,392 individuals in Hockley County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 24 | 1.0% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 223 | 9.3% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 28 | 1.2% |
| Psychology | 78 | 3.3% |
| Social Sciences | 21 | 0.9% |
| Engineering | 146 | 6.1% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 108 | 4.5% |
| Science & Technology | 241 | 10.1% |
| Business | 503 | 21.0% |
| Education | 574 | 24.0% |
| Literature & Languages | 41 | 1.7% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 104 | 4.3% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 79 | 3.3% |
| Communications | 91 | 3.8% |
| Arts & Humanities | 131 | 5.5% |
| Total | 2,392 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Hockley County
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Hockley County
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Hockley County are males with 2 vehicles (2,068, accounting for 39.3%) and females with 2 vehicles (1,800, making up 49.7%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 89 (1.7%) | 60 (1.4%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 889 (16.9%) | 834 (20.0%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 2,068 (39.3%) | 1,800 (43.2%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 1,472 (28.0%) | 1,018 (24.5%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 581 (11.0%) | 354 (8.5%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 163 (3.1%) | 96 (2.3%) |
| Total | 5,262 (100.0%) | 4,162 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Hockley County
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Hockley County are 5 to 9 minutes (2,173 commuters, 23.6%), 30 to 34 minutes (1,340 commuters, 14.5%), and 10 to 14 minutes (1,166 commuters, 12.7%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 1,022 | 11.1% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 2,173 | 23.6% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 1,166 | 12.7% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 760 | 8.3% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 581 | 6.3% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 431 | 4.7% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 1,340 | 14.5% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 278 | 3.0% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 257 | 2.8% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 678 | 7.4% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 227 | 2.5% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 300 | 3.3% |
Commute Time by Sex in Hockley County
The most common commute times in Hockley County are 5 to 9 minutes (947 commuters, 18.3%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (1,226 commuters, 30.3%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 567 (11.0%) | 455 (11.3%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 947 (18.3%) | 1,226 (30.3%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 632 (12.2%) | 534 (13.2%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 370 (7.1%) | 390 (9.7%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 363 (7.0%) | 218 (5.4%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 232 (4.5%) | 199 (4.9%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 802 (15.5%) | 538 (13.3%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 180 (3.5%) | 98 (2.4%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 146 (2.8%) | 111 (2.8%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 467 (9.0%) | 211 (5.2%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 175 (3.4%) | 52 (1.3%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 293 (5.7%) | 7 (0.2%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Hockley County
The most frequent times of departure to work in Hockley County are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (849, 16.4%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (1,056, 26.2%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 415 (8.0%) | 48 (1.2%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 174 (3.4%) | 75 (1.9%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 271 (5.2%) | 205 (5.1%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 542 (10.5%) | 258 (6.4%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 716 (13.8%) | 387 (9.6%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 849 (16.4%) | 546 (13.5%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 688 (13.3%) | 1,056 (26.2%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 573 (11.1%) | 408 (10.1%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 193 (3.7%) | 144 (3.6%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 190 (3.7%) | 241 (6.0%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 63 (1.2%) | 135 (3.3%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 16 (0.3%) | 25 (0.6%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 239 (4.6%) | 172 (4.3%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 245 (4.7%) | 339 (8.4%) |
| Total | 5,174 (100.0%) | 4,039 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Hockley County
Occupancy by Ownership in Hockley County
Of the total 7,922 dwellings in Hockley County, owner-occupied units account for 5,765 (72.8%), while renter-occupied units make up 2,157 (27.2%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 5,765 | 72.8% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 2,157 | 27.2% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 7,922 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Hockley County
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 2,047 | 25.8% |
| 2-Person Household | 2,576 | 32.5% |
| 3-Person Household | 1,278 | 16.1% |
| 4+ Person Household | 2,021 | 25.5% |
| Total Housing Units | 7,922 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Hockley County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 1,413 (69.0%) | 634 (31.0%) |
| 2-Person Household | 2,029 (78.8%) | 547 (21.2%) |
| 3-Person Household | 810 (63.4%) | 468 (36.6%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 1,513 (74.9%) | 508 (25.1%) |
| Total Housing Units | 5,765 (72.8%) | 2,157 (27.2%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Hockley County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 949 (57.7%) | 696 (42.3%) |
| High School Diploma | 1,370 (64.4%) | 757 (35.6%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 2,342 (84.6%) | 428 (15.4%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 1,104 (80.0%) | 276 (20.0%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Hockley County
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 1,757 | 22.2% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,335 | 16.9% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,251 | 15.8% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,417 | 17.9% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,236 | 15.6% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 573 | 7.2% |
| 85 Years and Over | 353 | 4.5% |
| Total | 7,922 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Hockley County
Median Income by Occupancy in Hockley County
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 5,765 (72.8%) | $61,751 |
| Renter-Occupied | 2,157 (27.2%) | $36,403 |
| Average | 7,922 (100.0%) | $53,283 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Hockley County
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 132 (2.3%) | 58 (2.7%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 49 (0.9%) | 106 (4.9%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 163 (2.8%) | 327 (15.2%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 294 (5.1%) | 178 (8.3%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 293 (5.1%) | 133 (6.2%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 661 (11.5%) | 226 (10.5%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 728 (12.6%) | 314 (14.6%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 917 (15.9%) | 376 (17.4%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 550 (9.5%) | 210 (9.7%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,274 (22.1%) | 197 (9.1%) |
| $150,000 or more | 704 (12.2%) | 32 (1.5%) |
| Total | 5,765 (100.0%) | 2,157 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Hockley County
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 896 (15.5%) | 61 (2.8%) |
| $300 to $499 | 1,203 (20.9%) | 177 (8.2%) |
| $500 to $799 | 1,228 (21.3%) | 760 (35.2%) |
| $800 to $999 | 550 (9.5%) | 295 (13.7%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 815 (14.1%) | 439 (20.3%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 650 (11.3%) | 52 (2.4%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 277 (4.8%) | 15 (0.7%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 59 (1.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 87 (1.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 5,765 (100.0%) | 2,157 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Hockley County
Housing Structures in Hockley County
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 6,013 | 75.9% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 40 | 0.5% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 194 | 2.5% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 50 | 0.6% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 184 | 2.3% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 217 | 2.7% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 1,224 | 15.4% |
| Total | 7,922 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Hockley County
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 4,782 (79.5%) | 1,231 (20.5%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 29 (72.5%) | 11 (27.5%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 8 (4.1%) | 186 (95.9%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 50 (100.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 184 (100.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 45 (20.7%) | 172 (79.3%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 901 (73.6%) | 323 (26.4%) |
| Total | 5,765 (72.8%) | 2,157 (27.2%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Hockley County
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 20 (0.4%) | 54 (2.5%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 148 (2.6%) | 406 (18.8%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 2,610 (45.3%) | 1,129 (52.3%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 2,217 (38.5%) | 419 (19.4%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 770 (13.4%) | 149 (6.9%) |
| Total | 5,765 (100.0%) | 2,157 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Hockley County
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 3,095 (53.7%) | 830 (38.5%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 437 (7.6%) | 100 (4.6%) |
| Electricity | 2,094 (36.3%) | 1,170 (54.2%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 101 (1.8%) | 15 (0.7%) |
| No Fuel Used | 38 (0.7%) | 42 (1.9%) |
| Total | 5,765 (100.0%) | 2,157 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Hockley County
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 190 (3.3%) | 276 (12.8%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 1,465 (25.4%) | 1,009 (46.8%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 2,499 (43.3%) | 520 (24.1%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 1,611 (27.9%) | 352 (16.3%) |
| Total | 5,765 (100.0%) | 2,157 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Hockley County
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Hockley County
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 3,621 | 2,144 |
| Median Property Value | $79,800 | $162,500 |
| Median Household Income | $43,740 | $548 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $412 | $87 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $1,211 | $70 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Hockley County
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 1,242 (34.3%) | 185 (8.6%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 878 (24.2%) | 353 (16.5%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 1,272 (35.1%) | 1,366 (63.7%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 128 (3.5%) | 184 (8.6%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 44 (1.2%) | 45 (2.1%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 2 (0.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 55 (1.5%) | 11 (0.5%) |
| Total | 3,621 (100.0%) | 2,144 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Hockley County
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 148 (4.1%) | 28 (1.3%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 711 (19.6%) | 33 (1.5%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 576 (15.9%) | 39 (1.8%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 565 (15.6%) | 85 (4.0%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 526 (14.5%) | 163 (7.6%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 297 (8.2%) | 391 (18.2%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 642 (17.7%) | 253 (11.8%) |
| $150,000 or more | 156 (4.3%) | 632 (29.5%) |
| Total | 3,621 (100.0%) | 2,144 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Hockley County
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 2,067 (57.1%) | 102,269 (4,770.0%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 528 (14.6%) | 1,436 (67.0%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 293 (8.1%) | 345 (16.1%) |
| 4.0x or more | 665 (18.4%) | 168 (7.8%) |
| Total | 3,621 (100.0%) | 2,144 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Hockley County
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 1,356 (37.4%) | 4 (0.2%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 499 (13.8%) | 165 (7.7%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 1,400 (38.7%) | 423 (19.7%) |
| Total | 3,621 (100.0%) | 2,144 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Hockley County
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Hockley County
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 1,629 (92.8%) | 126 (7.2%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 3,627 (84.7%) | 657 (15.3%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 1,377 (62.7%) | 820 (37.3%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 1,756 (72.7%) | 658 (27.3%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,758 (65.4%) | 930 (34.6%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,871 (81.4%) | 427 (18.6%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,943 (76.1%) | 610 (23.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,819 (99.5%) | 10 (0.5%) |
| 75 Years and older | 1,234 (97.9%) | 27 (2.1%) |
| Total | 17,014 (80.0%) | 4,265 (20.0%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Hockley County
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 1,629 (92.8%) | 126 (7.2%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 3,627 (84.7%) | 657 (15.3%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 1,377 (62.7%) | 820 (37.3%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Hockley County
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 2,394 (76.8%) | 725 (23.2%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 3,373 (76.3%) | 1,045 (23.6%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 2,985 (79.7%) | 761 (20.3%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,742 (77.3%) | 511 (22.7%) |
| $100,000 and over | 6,188 (84.3%) | 1,149 (15.7%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Hockley County
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 843 (48.0%) | 825 (47.0%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 1,543 (36.0%) | 2,256 (52.7%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 332 (15.1%) | 1,062 (48.3%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 307 (12.7%) | 1,535 (63.6%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 184 (6.9%) | 1,583 (58.9%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 336 (14.6%) | 1,680 (73.1%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 464 (18.2%) | 1,575 (61.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,774 (97.0%) | 865 (47.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 1,228 (97.4%) | 654 (51.9%) |
| Total | 7,011 (33.0%) | 12,035 (56.6%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Hockley County
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 14 (1.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 148 (6.8%) | 57 (2.8%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 239 (9.6%) | 145 (6.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 610 (16.2%) | 598 (15.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 360 (40.2%) | 281 (30.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 351 (66.9%) | 541 (73.5%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Hockley County
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 2 (0.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 13 (0.5%) | 11 (0.4%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 104 (2.8%) | 107 (2.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 211 (23.5%) | 91 (9.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 174 (33.1%) | 203 (27.6%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 14 (1.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 50 (2.3%) | 19 (0.9%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 65 (2.6%) | 74 (3.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 104 (2.8%) | 114 (3.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 120 (13.4%) | 38 (4.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 56 (10.7%) | 88 (12.0%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 90 (4.1%) | 32 (1.6%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 195 (7.8%) | 95 (3.9%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 246 (6.5%) | 173 (4.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 126 (14.1%) | 73 (7.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 59 (11.2%) | 164 (22.3%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 44 (2.0%) | 20 (1.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 44 (1.8%) | 56 (2.3%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 472 (12.5%) | 391 (10.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 162 (18.1%) | 224 (24.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 150 (28.6%) | 424 (57.6%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 9 (0.4%) | 12 (0.6%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 85 (3.4%) | 23 (0.9%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 102 (2.7%) | 88 (2.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 95 (10.6%) | 70 (7.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 30 (5.7%) | 193 (26.2%) |
Technology Access in Hockley County
Computing Device Access in Hockley County
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 4,957 | 62.6% |
| Smartphone | 6,947 | 87.7% |
| Tablet | 4,549 | 57.4% |
| No Computing Device | 657 | 8.3% |
| Total | 7,922 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Hockley County
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 42 | 0.5% |
| Broadband Home | 4,916 | 62.1% |
| Cellular Data Only | 1,081 | 13.7% |
| Satellite Internet | 925 | 11.7% |
| No Internet | 1,468 | 18.5% |
| Total | 7,922 | 100.0% |
Hockley County Summary
Hockley County is located in the northwestern part of the state of Texas, in the South Plains region of the state. It is bordered by Lubbock County to the north, Lamb County to the east, Cochran County to the south, and Yoakum County to the west. The county seat is Levelland, and the largest city is Levelland. The county was created in 1876 and is named for George Washington Hockley, a secretary of war for the Republic of Texas.
Geography
Hockley County covers an area of 902 square miles, of which 899 square miles is land and 3 square miles is water. The county is located in the South Plains region of Texas, and is mostly flat with some rolling hills. The terrain is mostly covered in grasslands, with some areas of mesquite and cedar trees. The county is drained by the White River, which flows through the county from north to south.
The climate of Hockley County is semi-arid, with hot summers and mild winters. The average annual temperature is 64°F, and the average annual precipitation is 19.5 inches.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, there were 22,935 people, 7,845 households, and 5,717 families living in the county. The population density was 25.5 people per square mile. The racial makeup of the county was 73.2% White, 1.7% African American, 0.7% Native American, 0.4% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 22.2% from other races, and 2.1% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 44.3% of the population.
The median income for a household in the county was $37,945, and the median income for a family was $45,945. The per capita income for the county was $17,845. About 17.2% of families and 22.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 28.2% of those under age 18 and 14.2% of those age 65 or over.
Economy
The economy of Hockley County is largely based on agriculture and oil and gas production. The county is one of the top producers of cotton in the state, and other crops grown in the county include corn, wheat, sorghum, and hay. The county is also home to several oil and gas fields, and the oil and gas industry is a major contributor to the local economy.
In addition to agriculture and oil and gas, Hockley County is home to several manufacturing companies, including a large wind turbine manufacturing plant. The county is also home to several retail stores, restaurants, and other businesses.
History
Hockley County was created in 1876 from portions of Bexar and Young counties. The county was named for George Washington Hockley, a secretary of war for the Republic of Texas. The county seat was originally located in the town of Levelland, which was founded in 1891.
In the early 1900s, the county experienced a period of rapid growth due to the discovery of oil and gas in the area. The county's population increased from 4,000 in 1910 to over 10,000 by 1920. The county continued to grow throughout the 20th century, and by the 2010 census, the population had reached 22,935.
Today, Hockley County is a largely rural county with a strong agricultural and oil and gas industry. The county is home to several small towns and communities, and the county seat of Levelland is the largest city in the county.
Common Questions
What is Per Capita Income in Hockley County?
Per Capita income in Hockley County is $28,809.
What is the Median Family Income in Hockley County?
Median Family Income in Hockley County is $66,089.
What is the Median Household income in Hockley County?
Median Household Income in Hockley County is $53,283.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Hockley County?
Income or Wage Gap in Hockley County is 38.9%.
Women in Hockley County earn 61.1 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Hockley County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Hockley County is 0.44.
What is the Total Population of Hockley County?
Total Population of Hockley County is 21,495.
What is the Total Male Population of Hockley County?
Total Male Population of Hockley County is 10,775.
What is the Total Female Population of Hockley County?
Total Female Population of Hockley County is 10,720.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Hockley County?
There are 100.51 Males per 100 Females in Hockley County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Hockley County?
There are 99.49 Females per 100 Males in Hockley County.
What is the Median Population Age in Hockley County?
Median Population Age in Hockley County is 35.3 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Hockley County
Average Family Size in Hockley County is 3.2 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Hockley County
Average Household Size in Hockley County is 2.6 People.
How Large is the Labor Force in Hockley County?
There are 10,235 People in the Labor Forcein in Hockley County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Hockley County?
62.3% of People are in the Labor Force in Hockley County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Hockley County?
Unemployment Rate in Hockley County is 5.3%.