Karnes County, TX Map & Demographics
Karnes County Map
Karnes County Overview
$25,910
PER CAPITA INCOME
$72,396
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$57,798
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
27.4%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
72.6¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$18,520
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.51
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
14,805
TOTAL POPULATION
8,705
MALE POPULATION
6,100
FEMALE POPULATION
142.70
MALES / 100 FEMALES
70.07
FEMALES / 100 MALES
35.6
MEDIAN AGE
3.0
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.5
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
5,178
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
43.0%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
5.3%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Income in Karnes County
Income Overview in Karnes County
Per Capita Income in Karnes County is $25,910, while median incomes of families and households are $72,396 and $57,798 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 14,805 | $25,910 |
| Median Family Income | 2,999 | $72,396 |
| Mean Family Income | 2,999 | $100,065 |
| Median Household Income | 4,359 | $57,798 |
| Mean Household Income | 4,359 | $86,219 |
| Income Deficit | 2,999 | $18,520 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 14,805 | 27.36% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 14,805 | 72.64¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 14,805 | 0.51 |
Earnings by Sex in Karnes County
Average Earnings in Karnes County are $29,747, $33,605 for men and $24,410 for women, a difference of 27.4%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 3,070 (52.6%) | $33,605 |
| Female | 2,771 (47.4%) | $24,410 |
| Total | 5,841 (100.0%) | $29,747 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Karnes County
The most common earnings brackets in Karnes County are $25,000 to $29,999 for men (482 | 15.7%) and $2,499 or less for women (280 | 10.1%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 296 (9.6%) | 280 (10.1%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 46 (1.5%) | 225 (8.1%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 38 (1.2%) | 118 (4.3%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 52 (1.7%) | 84 (3.0%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 213 (6.9%) | 276 (10.0%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 13 (0.4%) | 55 (2.0%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 57 (1.9%) | 59 (2.1%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 78 (2.5%) | 36 (1.3%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 48 (1.6%) | 63 (2.3%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 53 (1.7%) | 248 (8.9%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 482 (15.7%) | 129 (4.7%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 313 (10.2%) | 183 (6.6%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 186 (6.1%) | 99 (3.6%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 63 (2.1%) | 159 (5.7%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 104 (3.4%) | 42 (1.5%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 43 (1.4%) | 124 (4.5%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 235 (7.6%) | 136 (4.9%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 162 (5.3%) | 275 (9.9%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 257 (8.4%) | 129 (4.7%) |
| $100,000+ | 331 (10.8%) | 51 (1.8%) |
| Total | 3,070 (100.0%) | 2,771 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Karnes County
Average earnings in Karnes County are $39,675 for men and $29,050 for women, a difference of 26.8%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $81,875, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $35,066. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $73,031, while those with bachelor's degree education have the smallest earnings of $24,187.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $35,066 | $0 |
| High School Diploma | $39,556 | $32,240 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $37,680 | $35,893 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $81,875 | $24,187 |
| Graduate Degree | $81,111 | $73,031 |
| Total | $39,675 | $29,050 |
Family Income in Karnes County
Family Income Brackets in Karnes County
According to the Karnes County family income data, there are 516 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 17.2% of all families. Conversely, the $25,000 to $34,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 141 families (4.7%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 315 | 10.5% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 144 | 4.8% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 183 | 6.1% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 141 | 4.7% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 354 | 11.8% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 387 | 12.9% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 279 | 9.3% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 516 | 17.2% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 351 | 11.7% |
| $200,000+ | 330 | 11.0% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Karnes County
4-person families (580 | 19.3%) account for the highest median family income in Karnes County with $101,904 per family, while 3-person families (681 | 22.7%) have the highest median income of $32,202 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 1,473 (49.1%) | $53,974 |
| 3-Person Families | 681 (22.7%) | $96,607 |
| 4-Person Families | 580 (19.3%) | $101,904 |
| 5-Person Families | 72 (2.4%) | $95,735 |
| 6-Person Families | 167 (5.6%) | $2,499 |
| 7+ Person Families | 26 (0.9%) | $0 |
| Total | 2,999 (100.0%) | $72,396 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Karnes County
The median family income in Karnes County is $72,396, with families comprising 3+ earners (245) having the highest median family income of $127,165, while families with no earners (687) have the lowest median family income of $28,250, accounting for 8.2% and 22.9% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 687 (22.9%) | $28,250 |
| 1 Earner | 886 (29.5%) | $39,327 |
| 2 Earners | 1,181 (39.4%) | $101,855 |
| 3+ Earners | 245 (8.2%) | $127,165 |
| Total | 2,999 (100.0%) | $72,396 |
Household Income in Karnes County
Household Income Brackets in Karnes County
With 641 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in Karnes County, accounting for 14.7% of all households. In contrast, only 218 households (5.0%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 353 | 8.1% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 218 | 5.0% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 536 | 12.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 371 | 8.5% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 549 | 12.6% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 488 | 11.2% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 471 | 10.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 641 | 14.7% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 379 | 8.7% |
| $200,000+ | 353 | 8.1% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Karnes County
The median household income in Karnes County is $57,798, with the highest median household income of $88,452 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 1,310 households (30.0%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 192 households (4.4%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 192 (4.4%) | $0 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 1,586 (36.4%) | $61,111 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 1,310 (30.0%) | $88,452 |
| 65+ Years | 1,271 (29.2%) | $36,250 |
| Total | 4,359 (100.0%) | $57,798 |
Poverty in Karnes County
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Karnes County
With 15.6% poverty level for males and 26.3% for females among the residents of Karnes County, 5 year old males and 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 59 males (86.8%) and 61 females (84.7%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 124 (35.2%) | 332 (84.7%) |
| 5 Years | 59 (86.8%) | 61 (84.7%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 57 (8.4%) | 277 (50.5%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 15 (7.6%) |
| 15 Years | 12 (22.2%) | 12 (6.1%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 46 (26.1%) | 16 (14.5%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 191 (27.4%) | 165 (49.7%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 190 (27.1%) | 268 (32.8%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 48 (6.6%) | 82 (10.3%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 45 (7.5%) | 33 (7.5%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 46 (6.9%) | 49 (7.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 39 (8.8%) | 71 (12.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 15 (4.9%) | 102 (22.8%) |
| Total | 872 (15.6%) | 1,483 (26.3%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Karnes County
According to the poverty statistics in Karnes County, males aged 12 to 14 years and females aged 15 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 93.9% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 228 (64.8%) | 60 (15.3%) |
| 5 Years | 9 (13.2%) | 11 (15.3%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 623 (91.6%) | 272 (49.5%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 105 (100.0%) | 182 (92.4%) |
| 15 Years | 42 (77.8%) | 185 (93.9%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 130 (73.9%) | 94 (85.5%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 507 (72.6%) | 167 (50.3%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 511 (72.9%) | 550 (67.2%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 679 (93.4%) | 712 (89.7%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 558 (92.5%) | 408 (92.5%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 625 (93.1%) | 648 (93.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 403 (91.2%) | 515 (87.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 290 (95.1%) | 345 (77.2%) |
| Total | 4,710 (84.4%) | 4,149 (73.7%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Karnes County
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Karnes County show that 2.6% or 52 of the total 2,031 families live below the poverty line. Families with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate of 3.0%, comprising of 23 families. On the other hand, families with 3 or 4 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 1,207 (97.7%) | 29 (2.4%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 748 (97.0%) | 23 (3.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 24 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,979 (97.4%) | 52 (2.6%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Karnes County
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 43 (21.6%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 223 (53.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 51 (69.9%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 135 (100.0%) |
| Total | 0 (0.0%) | 452 (54.6%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Karnes County
The poverty data for Karnes County shows that 52 of the married-couple family households (2.6%) and 452 of the single-parent households (46.7%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 23 households (3.0%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 135 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 29 (2.4%) | 43 (16.2%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 23 (3.0%) | 223 (45.9%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 51 (62.2%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 135 (100.0%) |
| Total | 52 (2.6%) | 452 (46.7%) |
Race in Karnes County
The most populous races in Karnes County are White / Caucasian (9,706 | 65.6%), Hispanic or Latino (8,318 | 56.2%), and Two or more Races (3,081 | 20.8%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 161 | 1.1% |
| Black / African American | 965 | 6.5% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 4 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 8,318 | 56.2% |
| Native / Alaskan | 64 | 0.4% |
| White / Caucasian | 9,706 | 65.6% |
| Two or more Races | 3,081 | 20.8% |
| Some other Race | 824 | 5.6% |
| Total | 14,805 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Karnes County
The most populous ancestries reported in Karnes County are Mexican (7,445 | 50.3%), German (1,525 | 10.3%), Polish (1,045 | 7.1%), Irish (908 | 6.1%), and English (497 | 3.4%), together accounting for 77.1% of all Karnes County residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| African | 27 | 0.2% |
| American | 401 | 2.7% |
| Apache | 63 | 0.4% |
| Bhutanese | 30 | 0.2% |
| Blackfeet | 7 | 0.1% |
| British | 3 | 0.0% |
| Burmese | 7 | 0.1% |
| Cajun | 54 | 0.4% |
| Central American | 454 | 3.1% |
| Central American Indian | 18 | 0.1% |
| Cherokee | 157 | 1.1% |
| Choctaw | 16 | 0.1% |
| Colombian | 6 | 0.0% |
| Comanche | 26 | 0.2% |
| Creek | 19 | 0.1% |
| Cuban | 62 | 0.4% |
| Czech | 289 | 1.9% |
| Czechoslovakian | 9 | 0.1% |
| Dutch | 21 | 0.1% |
| English | 497 | 3.4% |
| Ethiopian | 14 | 0.1% |
| European | 84 | 0.6% |
| French | 123 | 0.8% |
| French Canadian | 22 | 0.2% |
| German | 1,525 | 10.3% |
| Guatemalan | 169 | 1.1% |
| Haitian | 44 | 0.3% |
| Honduran | 166 | 1.1% |
| Hungarian | 2 | 0.0% |
| Icelander | 6 | 0.0% |
| Indian (Asian) | 7 | 0.1% |
| Irish | 908 | 6.1% |
| Italian | 196 | 1.3% |
| Jamaican | 11 | 0.1% |
| Korean | 66 | 0.4% |
| Mexican | 7,445 | 50.3% |
| Mexican American Indian | 22 | 0.2% |
| Navajo | 15 | 0.1% |
| Norwegian | 55 | 0.4% |
| Panamanian | 9 | 0.1% |
| Polish | 1,045 | 7.1% |
| Puerto Rican | 24 | 0.2% |
| Russian | 30 | 0.2% |
| Salvadoran | 110 | 0.7% |
| Scotch-Irish | 54 | 0.4% |
| Scottish | 56 | 0.4% |
| Sioux | 31 | 0.2% |
| South American | 50 | 0.3% |
| Spaniard | 43 | 0.3% |
| Spanish | 16 | 0.1% |
| Sri Lankan | 117 | 0.8% |
| Subsaharan African | 41 | 0.3% |
| Swedish | 39 | 0.3% |
| Swiss | 57 | 0.4% |
| Thai | 6 | 0.0% |
| Tongan | 4 | 0.0% |
| Ukrainian | 10 | 0.1% |
| Venezuelan | 44 | 0.3% |
| Welsh | 9 | 0.1% |
| Yakama | 6 | 0.0% | View All 60 Rows |
Immigrants in Karnes County
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Karnes County came from Latin America (999 | 6.8%), Central America (860 | 5.8%), Mexico (446 | 3.0%), Asia (184 | 1.2%), and South Eastern Asia (162 | 1.1%), together accounting for 17.9% of all Karnes County residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Asia | 184 | 1.2% |
| Brazil | 13 | 0.1% |
| Caribbean | 82 | 0.5% |
| Central America | 860 | 5.8% |
| China | 15 | 0.1% |
| Cuba | 47 | 0.3% |
| Eastern Asia | 22 | 0.2% |
| Eastern Europe | 5 | 0.0% |
| El Salvador | 103 | 0.7% |
| Europe | 46 | 0.3% |
| Germany | 14 | 0.1% |
| Guatemala | 147 | 1.0% |
| Haiti | 30 | 0.2% |
| Honduras | 140 | 0.9% |
| Hong Kong | 15 | 0.1% |
| Ireland | 2 | 0.0% |
| Jamaica | 5 | 0.0% |
| Korea | 7 | 0.1% |
| Latin America | 999 | 6.8% |
| Mexico | 446 | 3.0% |
| Nicaragua | 15 | 0.1% |
| Northern Europe | 8 | 0.1% |
| Panama | 9 | 0.1% |
| Philippines | 37 | 0.3% |
| South America | 57 | 0.4% |
| South Eastern Asia | 162 | 1.1% |
| Southern Europe | 19 | 0.1% |
| Spain | 19 | 0.1% |
| Ukraine | 5 | 0.0% |
| Venezuela | 44 | 0.3% |
| Vietnam | 125 | 0.8% |
| Western Europe | 14 | 0.1% | View All 32 Rows |
Sex and Age in Karnes County
Sex and Age in Karnes County
The most populous age groups in Karnes County are 40 to 44 Years (987 | 11.3%) for men and 5 to 9 Years (525 | 8.6%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 376 (4.3%) | 395 (6.5%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 435 (5.0%) | 525 (8.6%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 487 (5.6%) | 293 (4.8%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 431 (5.0%) | 378 (6.2%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 819 (9.4%) | 319 (5.2%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 964 (11.1%) | 524 (8.6%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 797 (9.2%) | 397 (6.5%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 469 (5.4%) | 403 (6.6%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 987 (11.3%) | 435 (7.1%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 489 (5.6%) | 199 (3.3%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 562 (6.5%) | 325 (5.3%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 550 (6.3%) | 282 (4.6%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 365 (4.2%) | 463 (7.6%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 335 (3.8%) | 377 (6.2%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 251 (2.9%) | 213 (3.5%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 175 (2.0%) | 166 (2.7%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 127 (1.5%) | 206 (3.4%) |
| 85 Years and over | 86 (1.0%) | 200 (3.3%) |
| Total | 8,705 (100.0%) | 6,100 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Karnes County
Median Family Size in Karnes County
The median family size in Karnes County is 3.04 persons per family, with married-couple families (2,031 | 67.7%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.18 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (140 | 4.7%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.56 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 2,031 (67.7%) | 3.18 |
| Single Male/Father | 140 (4.7%) | 2.56 |
| Single Female/Mother | 828 (27.6%) | 2.77 |
| Total Families | 2,999 (100.0%) | 3.04 |
Median Household Size in Karnes County
The median household size in Karnes County is 2.55 persons per household, with married-couple households (2,031 | 46.6%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.23 persons per household. non-family households (1,360 | 31.2%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.16 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 2,031 (46.6%) | 3.23 |
| Single Male/Father | 140 (3.2%) | 2.71 |
| Single Female/Mother | 828 (19.0%) | 3.14 |
| Non-family | 1,360 (31.2%) | 1.16 |
| Total Households | 4,359 (100.0%) | 2.55 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Karnes County
Out of a total of 4,359 households in Karnes County, 2,999 (68.8%) are family households, while 1,360 (31.2%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 1,335, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 1,171.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 1,171 (26.9%) |
| 2-Person Households | 1,335 (30.6%) | 178 (4.1%) |
| 3-Person Households | 784 (18.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 4-Person Households | 542 (12.4%) | 11 (0.3%) |
| 5-Person Households | 145 (3.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 32 (0.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 161 (3.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,999 (68.8%) | 1,360 (31.2%) |
Female Fertility in Karnes County
Fertility by Age in Karnes County
Average fertility rate in Karnes County is 110.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 221.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 90.7% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 6 (2.0%) | 16.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 274 (90.7%) | 221.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 22 (7.3%) | 20.0 |
| Total | 302 (100.0%) | 110.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Karnes County
15.2% of women with births (302) in Karnes County are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 15 to 19 years age bracket with 100.0% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 0.0% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 6 (100.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 24 (8.8%) | 250 (91.2%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 22 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 46 (15.2%) | 256 (84.8%) |
Fertility by Education in Karnes County
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| High School Diploma | 266 (88.1%) | 275.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 36 (11.9%) | 80.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Total | 302 (100.0%) | 110.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Karnes County
84.8% of women with births in Karnes County are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are least likely to be married with 96.2% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 10 (3.8%) | 256 (96.2%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 36 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 46 (15.2%) | 256 (84.8%) |
Employment Characteristics in Karnes County
Employment by Class of Employer in Karnes County
Among the 4,804 employed individuals in Karnes County, private company employees (2,710 | 56.4%), local government employees (901 | 18.8%), and self-employed (not incorporated) (539 | 11.2%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 2,710 | 56.4% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 83 | 1.7% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 539 | 11.2% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 214 | 4.4% |
| Local Government Employees | 901 | 18.8% |
| State Government Employees | 316 | 6.6% |
| Federal Government Employees | 41 | 0.9% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 4,804 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Karnes County
According to the labor force statistics for Karnes County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (12,043), 43.0% or 5,178 individuals are in the labor force, with 5.3% or 274 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 20 to 24 years, with 62.3% or 709 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 21.7% or 25 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 115 (20.6%) | 25 (21.7%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 709 (62.3%) | 72 (10.2%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 768 (51.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 420 (35.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,296 (56.5%) | 139 (10.7%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 756 (48.0%) | 6 (0.8%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 363 (43.6%) | 11 (3.0%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 398 (48.1%) | 15 (3.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 307 (26.1%) | 5 (1.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 46 (4.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 5,178 (43.0%) | 274 (5.3%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Karnes County
According to labor force statistics for Karnes County, 48.7% of individuals (3,999) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (8,211) are in the labor force, with 4.3% or 172 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of college / associate degree, with 73.6% or 1,485 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 11.1% or 151 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 261 (13.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 1,364 (45.2%) | 335 (11.1%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 1,485 (73.6%) | 20 (1.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 889 (71.6%) | 5 (0.4%) |
| Total | 3,999 (48.7%) | 353 (4.3%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Karnes County
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Karnes County are Community & Social Service (610 | 12.4%), Education Instruction & Library (349 | 7.1%), Management (328 | 6.7%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (154 | 3.1%), and Education, Arts & Media (125 | 2.5%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Karnes County, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), Management (82.6%), and Legal Services & Support (78.3%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Computers & Mathematics (92.9%), Arts, Media & Entertainment (92.0%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (72.7%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 271 (82.6%) | 57 (17.4%) |
| Business & Financial | 67 (55.4%) | 54 (44.6%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 38 (35.5%) | 69 (64.5%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 5 (7.1%) | 65 (92.9%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 28 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 5 (55.6%) | 4 (44.4%) |
| Community & Social Service | 208 (34.1%) | 402 (65.9%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 73 (58.4%) | 52 (41.6%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 18 (78.3%) | 5 (21.7%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 108 (30.9%) | 241 (69.1%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 9 (8.0%) | 104 (92.0%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 42 (27.3%) | 112 (72.7%) |
| Health Technologists | 42 (58.3%) | 30 (41.7%) |
| Total (Category) | 626 (47.4%) | 694 (52.6%) |
| Total (Overall) | 2,521 (51.4%) | 2,383 (48.6%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Karnes County are Security & Protection (452 | 9.2%), Food Preparation & Serving (346 | 7.1%), Law Enforcement (259 | 5.3%), Firefighting & Prevention (193 | 3.9%), and Personal Care & Service (190 | 3.9%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Karnes County, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (97.7%), Cleaning & Maintenance (65.0%), and Security & Protection (59.3%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (92.9%), Firefighting & Prevention (92.2%), and Personal Care & Service (90.0%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 11 (7.0%) | 145 (92.9%) |
| Security & Protection | 268 (59.3%) | 184 (40.7%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 15 (7.8%) | 178 (92.2%) |
| Law Enforcement | 253 (97.7%) | 6 (2.3%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 116 (33.5%) | 230 (66.5%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 91 (65.0%) | 49 (35.0%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 19 (10.0%) | 171 (90.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 505 (39.3%) | 779 (60.7%) |
| Total (Overall) | 2,521 (51.4%) | 2,383 (48.6%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Karnes County are Office & Administration (680 | 13.9%), and Sales & Related (418 | 8.5%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 199 (47.6%) | 219 (52.4%) |
| Office & Administration | 27 (4.0%) | 653 (96.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 226 (20.6%) | 872 (79.4%) |
| Total (Overall) | 2,521 (51.4%) | 2,383 (48.6%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Karnes County are Construction & Extraction (574 | 11.7%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (170 | 3.5%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (18 | 0.4%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 18 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 574 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 162 (95.3%) | 8 (4.7%) |
| Total (Category) | 754 (99.0%) | 8 (1.1%) |
| Total (Overall) | 2,521 (51.4%) | 2,383 (48.6%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Karnes County are Material Moving (188 | 3.8%), Production (163 | 3.3%), and Transportation (89 | 1.8%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 143 (87.7%) | 20 (12.3%) |
| Transportation | 89 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Material Moving | 178 (94.7%) | 10 (5.3%) |
| Total (Category) | 410 (93.2%) | 30 (6.8%) |
| Total (Overall) | 2,521 (51.4%) | 2,383 (48.6%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Karnes County
Employment Industries in Karnes County
The major employment industries in Karnes County include Public Administration (720 | 14.7%), Retail Trade (607 | 12.4%), Construction (599 | 12.2%), Educational Services (540 | 11.0%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (418 | 8.5%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Karnes County
The Karnes County industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (94.5%), Construction (91.5%), and Transportation & Warehousing (91.2%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (89.7%), Educational Services (68.1%), and Retail Trade (66.2%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 103 (94.5%) | 6 (5.5%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 282 (69.0%) | 127 (31.0%) |
| Construction | 548 (91.5%) | 51 (8.5%) |
| Manufacturing | 220 (90.9%) | 22 (9.1%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 13 (86.7%) | 2 (13.3%) |
| Retail Trade | 205 (33.8%) | 402 (66.2%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 62 (91.2%) | 6 (8.8%) |
| Utilities | 57 (83.8%) | 11 (16.2%) |
| Information | 70 (45.5%) | 84 (54.5%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 31 (52.5%) | 28 (47.5%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 28 (63.6%) | 16 (36.4%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 73 (38.4%) | 117 (61.6%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 49 (58.3%) | 35 (41.7%) |
| Educational Services | 172 (31.9%) | 368 (68.1%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 43 (10.3%) | 375 (89.7%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 149 (43.3%) | 195 (56.7%) |
| Public Administration | 354 (49.2%) | 366 (50.8%) |
| Total | 2,521 (51.4%) | 2,383 (48.6%) |
Education in Karnes County
School Enrollment in Karnes County
The most common levels of schooling among the 2,529 students in Karnes County are high school (770 | 30.4%), elementary school (646 | 25.5%), and middle school (396 | 15.7%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 148 | 5.9% |
| Kindergarten | 302 | 11.9% |
| Elementary School | 646 | 25.5% |
| Middle School | 396 | 15.7% |
| High School | 770 | 30.4% |
| College / Undergraduate | 239 | 9.5% |
| Graduate / Professional | 28 | 1.1% |
| Total | 2,529 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Karnes County
Out of a total of 2,529 students who are enrolled in schools in Karnes County, 132 (5.2%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 2,397 (94.8%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 20 to 24 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 40 (41.7% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 89 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 89 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 944 (99.5%) | 5 (0.5%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 458 (95.8%) | 20 (4.2%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 519 (96.7%) | 18 (3.4%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 168 (96.0%) | 7 (4.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 56 (58.3%) | 40 (41.7%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 107 (82.3%) | 23 (17.7%) |
| 35 Years and over | 56 (74.7%) | 19 (25.3%) |
| Total | 2,397 (94.8%) | 132 (5.2%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Karnes County
Education (340 | 19.5%), business (239 | 13.7%), bio, nature & agricultural (221 | 12.7%), physical & health sciences (175 | 10.0%), and engineering (160 | 9.2%) are the most common fields of study among 1,746 individuals in Karnes County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 65 | 3.7% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 221 | 12.7% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 175 | 10.0% |
| Psychology | 130 | 7.4% |
| Social Sciences | 38 | 2.2% |
| Engineering | 160 | 9.2% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 37 | 2.1% |
| Science & Technology | 116 | 6.6% |
| Business | 239 | 13.7% |
| Education | 340 | 19.5% |
| Literature & Languages | 24 | 1.4% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 77 | 4.4% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 5 | 0.3% |
| Communications | 0 | 0.0% |
| Arts & Humanities | 119 | 6.8% |
| Total | 1,746 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Karnes County
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Karnes County
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Karnes County are males with 2 vehicles (855, accounting for 34.5%) and females with 2 vehicles (954, making up 36.8%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 26 (1.1%) | 122 (5.3%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 463 (18.7%) | 474 (20.4%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 855 (34.5%) | 954 (41.1%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 615 (24.8%) | 439 (18.9%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 162 (6.5%) | 137 (5.9%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 360 (14.5%) | 194 (8.4%) |
| Total | 2,481 (100.0%) | 2,320 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Karnes County
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Karnes County are 5 to 9 minutes (912 commuters, 20.0%), 10 to 14 minutes (897 commuters, 19.7%), and 15 to 19 minutes (800 commuters, 17.6%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 366 | 8.0% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 912 | 20.0% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 897 | 19.7% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 800 | 17.6% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 382 | 8.4% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 27 | 0.6% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 401 | 8.8% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 49 | 1.1% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 61 | 1.3% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 291 | 6.4% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 296 | 6.5% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 73 | 1.6% |
Commute Time by Sex in Karnes County
The most common commute times in Karnes County are 5 to 9 minutes (606 commuters, 25.8%) for males and 10 to 14 minutes (508 commuters, 23.1%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 88 (3.7%) | 278 (12.6%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 606 (25.8%) | 306 (13.9%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 389 (16.5%) | 508 (23.1%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 386 (16.4%) | 414 (18.8%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 168 (7.1%) | 214 (9.7%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 19 (0.8%) | 8 (0.4%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 209 (8.9%) | 192 (8.7%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 35 (1.5%) | 14 (0.6%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 30 (1.3%) | 31 (1.4%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 163 (6.9%) | 128 (5.8%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 188 (8.0%) | 108 (4.9%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 71 (3.0%) | 2 (0.1%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Karnes County
The most frequent times of departure to work in Karnes County are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (507, 21.6%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (370, 16.8%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 102 (4.3%) | 65 (2.9%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 65 (2.8%) | 298 (13.5%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 72 (3.1%) | 189 (8.6%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 249 (10.6%) | 63 (2.9%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 419 (17.8%) | 213 (9.7%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 507 (21.6%) | 239 (10.8%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 310 (13.2%) | 370 (16.8%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 119 (5.1%) | 363 (16.5%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 33 (1.4%) | 17 (0.8%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 64 (2.7%) | 187 (8.5%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 1 (0.0%) | 35 (1.6%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 2 (0.1%) | 36 (1.6%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 151 (6.4%) | 57 (2.6%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 258 (11.0%) | 71 (3.2%) |
| Total | 2,352 (100.0%) | 2,203 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Karnes County
Occupancy by Ownership in Karnes County
Of the total 4,359 dwellings in Karnes County, owner-occupied units account for 2,943 (67.5%), while renter-occupied units make up 1,416 (32.5%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 2,943 | 67.5% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 1,416 | 32.5% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 4,359 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Karnes County
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 1,171 | 26.9% |
| 2-Person Household | 1,513 | 34.7% |
| 3-Person Household | 784 | 18.0% |
| 4+ Person Household | 891 | 20.4% |
| Total Housing Units | 4,359 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Karnes County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 834 (71.2%) | 337 (28.8%) |
| 2-Person Household | 1,098 (72.6%) | 415 (27.4%) |
| 3-Person Household | 549 (70.0%) | 235 (30.0%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 462 (51.8%) | 429 (48.1%) |
| Total Housing Units | 2,943 (67.5%) | 1,416 (32.5%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Karnes County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 503 (84.1%) | 95 (15.9%) |
| High School Diploma | 953 (55.6%) | 760 (44.4%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 757 (69.3%) | 335 (30.7%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 730 (76.4%) | 226 (23.6%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Karnes County
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 914 | 21.0% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 864 | 19.8% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 544 | 12.5% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 766 | 17.6% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 673 | 15.4% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 427 | 9.8% |
| 85 Years and Over | 171 | 3.9% |
| Total | 4,359 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Karnes County
Median Income by Occupancy in Karnes County
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 2,943 (67.5%) | $68,125 |
| Renter-Occupied | 1,416 (32.5%) | $29,901 |
| Average | 4,359 (100.0%) | $57,798 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Karnes County
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 61 (2.1%) | 110 (7.8%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 86 (2.9%) | 97 (6.9%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 55 (1.9%) | 161 (11.4%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 167 (5.7%) | 58 (4.1%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 173 (5.9%) | 137 (9.7%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 215 (7.3%) | 157 (11.1%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 331 (11.3%) | 218 (15.4%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 430 (14.6%) | 60 (4.2%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 323 (11.0%) | 146 (10.3%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 416 (14.1%) | 225 (15.9%) |
| $150,000 or more | 686 (23.3%) | 47 (3.3%) |
| Total | 2,943 (100.0%) | 1,416 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Karnes County
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 353 (12.0%) | 155 (11.0%) |
| $300 to $499 | 869 (29.5%) | 82 (5.8%) |
| $500 to $799 | 591 (20.1%) | 363 (25.6%) |
| $800 to $999 | 334 (11.4%) | 218 (15.4%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 438 (14.9%) | 397 (28.0%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 165 (5.6%) | 118 (8.3%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 150 (5.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 30 (1.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 13 (0.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,943 (100.0%) | 1,416 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Karnes County
Housing Structures in Karnes County
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 3,110 | 71.4% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 15 | 0.3% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 260 | 6.0% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 110 | 2.5% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 82 | 1.9% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 191 | 4.4% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 591 | 13.6% |
| Total | 4,359 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Karnes County
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 2,437 (78.4%) | 673 (21.6%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 7 (46.7%) | 8 (53.3%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 11 (4.2%) | 249 (95.8%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 110 (100.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 82 (100.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 191 (100.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 488 (82.6%) | 103 (17.4%) |
| Total | 2,943 (67.5%) | 1,416 (32.5%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Karnes County
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 34 (1.2%) | 217 (15.3%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 101 (3.4%) | 346 (24.4%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 1,363 (46.3%) | 465 (32.8%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 921 (31.3%) | 324 (22.9%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 524 (17.8%) | 64 (4.5%) |
| Total | 2,943 (100.0%) | 1,416 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Karnes County
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 646 (22.0%) | 131 (9.2%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 224 (7.6%) | 9 (0.6%) |
| Electricity | 2,042 (69.4%) | 1,217 (86.0%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 16 (0.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 6 (0.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| No Fuel Used | 9 (0.3%) | 59 (4.2%) |
| Total | 2,943 (100.0%) | 1,416 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Karnes County
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 50 (1.7%) | 332 (23.4%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 846 (28.7%) | 570 (40.3%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 1,045 (35.5%) | 465 (32.8%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 1,002 (34.1%) | 49 (3.5%) |
| Total | 2,943 (100.0%) | 1,416 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Karnes County
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Karnes County
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 2,205 | 738 |
| Median Property Value | $115,700 | $181,900 |
| Median Household Income | $59,741 | $201 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $466 | $13 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $1,044 | $42 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Karnes County
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 425 (19.3%) | 53 (7.2%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 580 (26.3%) | 97 (13.1%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 865 (39.2%) | 435 (58.9%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 210 (9.5%) | 103 (14.0%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 67 (3.0%) | 42 (5.7%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 19 (0.9%) | 8 (1.1%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 39 (1.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,205 (100.0%) | 738 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Karnes County
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 91 (4.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 341 (15.5%) | 56 (7.6%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 182 (8.3%) | 54 (7.3%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 302 (13.7%) | 33 (4.5%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 365 (16.6%) | 29 (3.9%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 222 (10.1%) | 65 (8.8%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 217 (9.8%) | 101 (13.7%) |
| $150,000 or more | 485 (22.0%) | 199 (27.0%) |
| Total | 2,205 (100.0%) | 738 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Karnes County
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 1,178 (53.4%) | 108,841 (14,748.1%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 305 (13.8%) | 405 (54.9%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 206 (9.3%) | 162 (22.0%) |
| 4.0x or more | 483 (21.9%) | 22 (3.0%) |
| Total | 2,205 (100.0%) | 738 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Karnes County
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 844 (38.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 471 (21.4%) | 120 (16.3%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 739 (33.5%) | 126 (17.1%) |
| Total | 2,205 (100.0%) | 738 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Karnes County
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Karnes County
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 807 (88.6%) | 104 (11.4%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 2,047 (90.3%) | 221 (9.7%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 803 (65.7%) | 419 (34.3%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 669 (55.9%) | 527 (44.1%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,298 (85.3%) | 223 (14.7%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 848 (81.2%) | 196 (18.8%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,216 (88.9%) | 152 (11.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,028 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and older | 752 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 9,468 (83.7%) | 1,842 (16.3%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Karnes County
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 807 (88.6%) | 104 (11.4%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 2,047 (90.3%) | 221 (9.7%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 803 (65.7%) | 419 (34.3%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Karnes County
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 1,318 (68.3%) | 612 (31.7%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 1,852 (82.8%) | 384 (17.2%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 904 (92.4%) | 74 (7.6%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,062 (85.9%) | 174 (14.1%) |
| $100,000 and over | 4,319 (91.2%) | 419 (8.8%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Karnes County
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 658 (72.2%) | 188 (20.6%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 644 (28.4%) | 1,420 (62.6%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 154 (12.6%) | 649 (53.1%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 113 (9.5%) | 563 (47.1%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 205 (13.5%) | 1,107 (72.8%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 125 (12.0%) | 738 (70.7%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 232 (17.0%) | 1,040 (76.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 977 (95.0%) | 587 (57.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 751 (99.9%) | 365 (48.5%) |
| Total | 3,859 (34.1%) | 6,657 (58.9%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Karnes County
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 43 (3.7%) | 18 (1.6%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 149 (10.6%) | 74 (6.4%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 290 (14.5%) | 303 (15.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 85 (19.2%) | 139 (23.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 205 (67.2%) | 219 (49.0%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Karnes County
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 25 (2.2%) | 18 (1.6%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 25 (1.8%) | 72 (6.3%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 170 (8.5%) | 32 (1.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 64 (14.5%) | 31 (5.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 140 (45.9%) | 74 (16.6%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 6 (0.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 25 (1.3%) | 57 (2.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 17 (3.8%) | 28 (4.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 28 (9.2%) | 18 (4.0%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 12 (1.0%) | 18 (1.6%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 124 (8.9%) | 2 (0.2%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 8 (0.4%) | 49 (2.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 24 (5.4%) | 69 (11.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 16 (5.2%) | 93 (20.8%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 18 (1.6%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (0.2%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 144 (7.2%) | 211 (10.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 27 (6.1%) | 67 (11.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 142 (46.6%) | 186 (41.6%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 3 (0.3%) | 18 (1.6%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 23 (1.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 7 (0.4%) | 71 (3.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 19 (3.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 12 (3.9%) | 92 (20.6%) |
Technology Access in Karnes County
Computing Device Access in Karnes County
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 2,726 | 62.5% |
| Smartphone | 3,588 | 82.3% |
| Tablet | 1,986 | 45.6% |
| No Computing Device | 488 | 11.2% |
| Total | 4,359 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Karnes County
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 0 | 0.0% |
| Broadband Home | 1,627 | 37.3% |
| Cellular Data Only | 1,139 | 26.1% |
| Satellite Internet | 720 | 16.5% |
| No Internet | 995 | 22.8% |
| Total | 4,359 | 100.0% |
Karnes County Summary
Karnes County is located in the south-central region of Texas, approximately 80 miles southeast of San Antonio. It is bordered by Wilson, Atascosa, Goliad, DeWitt, and Bee Counties. The county seat is Karnes City, and the county is named after Henry Karnes, a hero of the Texas Revolution.
History
Karnes County was established in 1854 from parts of Goliad and DeWitt Counties. The county was named after Henry Karnes, a hero of the Texas Revolution. The county was originally populated by Native Americans, including the Coahuiltecan, Karankawa, and Tonkawa tribes. The first European settlers arrived in the area in the early 1800s, and the county was officially organized in 1854.
The county was largely agricultural in the 19th century, with cotton and corn being the main crops. The county also had a thriving cattle industry. In the late 19th century, the discovery of oil in the area led to an economic boom. The oil industry continues to be an important part of the county’s economy today.
Geography
Karnes County covers an area of 890 square miles. The terrain is mostly flat, with some rolling hills in the western part of the county. The county is drained by the San Antonio River and its tributaries. The climate is semi-arid, with hot summers and mild winters.
Economy
Karnes County’s economy is largely based on agriculture and oil production. The county is one of the top producers of cotton in the state, and other crops grown in the area include corn, sorghum, and wheat. The county also has a thriving cattle industry.
Oil production is an important part of the county’s economy. The county is home to several oil fields, including the Karnes County Oil Field, which is one of the largest in the state. The county also has several natural gas fields.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, the population of Karnes County was 14,824. The population is largely of Hispanic or Latino origin, with over 80% of the population identifying as such. The median household income in the county is $45,845, and the median home value is $90,000.
Karnes County is a rural county, with most of the population living in small towns and rural areas. The largest city in the county is Karnes City, which has a population of 4,845. Other cities in the county include Kenedy, Runge, and Falls City.
Common Questions
What is Per Capita Income in Karnes County?
Per Capita income in Karnes County is $25,910.
What is the Median Family Income in Karnes County?
Median Family Income in Karnes County is $72,396.
What is the Median Household income in Karnes County?
Median Household Income in Karnes County is $57,798.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Karnes County?
Income or Wage Gap in Karnes County is 27.4%.
Women in Karnes County earn 72.6 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Karnes County?
Family Income Deficit in Karnes County is $18,520.
Families that are below poverty line in Karnes County earn $18,520 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Karnes County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Karnes County is 0.51.
What is the Total Population of Karnes County?
Total Population of Karnes County is 14,805.
What is the Total Male Population of Karnes County?
Total Male Population of Karnes County is 8,705.
What is the Total Female Population of Karnes County?
Total Female Population of Karnes County is 6,100.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Karnes County?
There are 142.70 Males per 100 Females in Karnes County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Karnes County?
There are 70.07 Females per 100 Males in Karnes County.
What is the Median Population Age in Karnes County?
Median Population Age in Karnes County is 35.6 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Karnes County
Average Family Size in Karnes County is 3.0 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Karnes County
Average Household Size in Karnes County is 2.5 People.
How Large is the Labor Force in Karnes County?
There are 5,178 People in the Labor Forcein in Karnes County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Karnes County?
43.0% of People are in the Labor Force in Karnes County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Karnes County?
Unemployment Rate in Karnes County is 5.3%.