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Pecos County Overview

$28,217
PER CAPITA INCOME
$65,248
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$59,325
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
40.3%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
59.7¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$11,391
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.49
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
15,114
TOTAL POPULATION
8,469
MALE POPULATION
6,645
FEMALE POPULATION
127.45
MALES / 100 FEMALES
78.46
FEMALES / 100 MALES
36.7
MEDIAN AGE
3.1
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.5
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
6,131
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
52.2%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
1.2%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Pecos County Area Codes

Income in Pecos County

Income Overview in Pecos County

Per Capita Income in Pecos County is $28,217, while median incomes of families and households are $65,248 and $59,325 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income15,114$28,217
Median Family Income3,493$65,248
Mean Family Income3,493$85,720
Median Household Income5,070$59,325
Mean Household Income5,070$85,884
Income Deficit3,493$11,391
Wage / Income Gap (%)15,11440.34%
Wage / Income Gap ($)15,11459.66¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index15,1140.49

Earnings by Sex in Pecos County

Average Earnings in Pecos County are $39,563, $53,393 for men and $31,853 for women, a difference of 40.3%.
Earnings by Sex in Pecos County
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male3,412 (53.1%)$53,393
Female3,017 (46.9%)$31,853
Total6,429 (100.0%)$39,563

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Pecos County

The most common earnings brackets in Pecos County are $100,000+ for men (879 | 25.8%) and $25,000 to $29,999 for women (447 | 14.8%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Pecos County
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less141 (4.1%)104 (3.5%)
$2,500 to $4,99954 (1.6%)147 (4.9%)
$5,000 to $7,499107 (3.1%)56 (1.9%)
$7,500 to $9,99975 (2.2%)134 (4.4%)
$10,000 to $12,49936 (1.1%)87 (2.9%)
$12,500 to $14,99957 (1.7%)93 (3.1%)
$15,000 to $17,49962 (1.8%)122 (4.0%)
$17,500 to $19,99949 (1.4%)9 (0.3%)
$20,000 to $22,49940 (1.2%)107 (3.5%)
$22,500 to $24,999116 (3.4%)78 (2.6%)
$25,000 to $29,999131 (3.8%)447 (14.8%)
$30,000 to $34,999258 (7.6%)287 (9.5%)
$35,000 to $39,999249 (7.3%)201 (6.7%)
$40,000 to $44,999180 (5.3%)211 (7.0%)
$45,000 to $49,99993 (2.7%)208 (6.9%)
$50,000 to $54,99976 (2.2%)98 (3.3%)
$55,000 to $64,999272 (8.0%)293 (9.7%)
$65,000 to $74,999179 (5.2%)80 (2.6%)
$75,000 to $99,999358 (10.5%)180 (6.0%)
$100,000+879 (25.8%)75 (2.5%)
Total3,412 (100.0%)3,017 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Pecos County

Average earnings in Pecos County are $62,449 for men and $33,992 for women, a difference of 45.6%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $84,063, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $33,731. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $64,018, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $25,067.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Pecos County
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$33,731$25,067
High School Diploma$48,438$37,763
College or Associate's Degree$81,422$32,841
Bachelor's Degree$84,063$55,854
Graduate Degree--
Total$62,449$33,992

Family Income in Pecos County

Family Income Brackets in Pecos County

According to the Pecos County family income data, there are 559 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 16.0% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 66 families (1.9%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Pecos County
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,0002517.2%
$10,000 to $14,999661.9%
$15,000 to $24,9992246.4%
$25,000 to $34,99948213.8%
$35,000 to $49,99944012.6%
$50,000 to $74,99954515.6%
$75,000 to $99,9993219.2%
$100,000 to $149,99955916.0%
$150,000 to $199,99936010.3%
$200,000+2457.0%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Pecos County

5-person families (311 | 8.9%) account for the highest median family income in Pecos County with $123,173 per family, while 3-person families (424 | 12.1%) have the highest median income of $28,750 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Pecos County
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families1,839 (52.6%)$51,209
3-Person Families424 (12.1%)$86,250
4-Person Families674 (19.3%)$72,679
5-Person Families311 (8.9%)$123,173
6-Person Families115 (3.3%)$0
7+ Person Families130 (3.7%)$0
Total3,493 (100.0%)$65,248

Family Income by Number of Earners in Pecos County

The median family income in Pecos County is $65,248, with families comprising 2 earners (1,344) having the highest median family income of $109,961, while families with no earners (471) have the lowest median family income of $23,487, accounting for 38.5% and 13.5% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Pecos County
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners471 (13.5%)$23,487
1 Earner1,397 (40.0%)$38,399
2 Earners1,344 (38.5%)$109,961
3+ Earners281 (8.0%)$105,625
Total3,493 (100.0%)$65,248

Household Income in Pecos County

Household Income Brackets in Pecos County

With 811 households falling in the category, the $25,000 to $34,999 income range is the most frequent in Pecos County, accounting for 16.0% of all households. In contrast, only 172 households (3.4%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Pecos County
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0004068.0%
$10,000 to $14,9991723.4%
$15,000 to $24,9993146.2%
$25,000 to $34,99981116.0%
$35,000 to $49,99957811.4%
$50,000 to $74,99968413.5%
$75,000 to $99,99950710.0%
$100,000 to $149,99981116.0%
$150,000 to $199,9994518.9%
$200,000+3356.6%

Household Income by Householder Age in Pecos County

The median household income in Pecos County is $59,325, with the highest median household income of $89,464 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 1,602 households (31.6%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $31,461, with 1,403 households (27.7%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Pecos County
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years372 (7.3%)$35,846
25 to 44 Years1,602 (31.6%)$89,464
45 to 64 Years1,693 (33.4%)$78,843
65+ Years1,403 (27.7%)$31,461
Total5,070 (100.0%)$59,325

Poverty in Pecos County

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Pecos County

With 24.2% poverty level for males and 21.8% for females among the residents of Pecos County, 12 to 14 year old males and 15 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 190 males (70.1%) and 106 females (66.7%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Pecos County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years183 (40.0%)93 (17.9%)
5 Years64 (44.4%)32 (52.5%)
6 to 11 Years240 (41.2%)140 (25.5%)
12 to 14 Years190 (70.1%)173 (44.0%)
15 Years48 (58.5%)106 (66.7%)
16 and 17 Years102 (66.2%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years32 (6.7%)89 (17.2%)
25 to 34 Years183 (19.0%)227 (26.6%)
35 to 44 Years149 (18.5%)123 (15.6%)
45 to 54 Years59 (9.8%)83 (11.6%)
55 to 64 Years34 (5.2%)107 (13.2%)
65 to 74 Years117 (17.6%)192 (30.8%)
75 Years and over97 (29.6%)63 (16.7%)
Total1,498 (24.2%)1,428 (21.8%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Pecos County

According to the poverty statistics in Pecos County, males aged 55 to 64 years and females aged 16 and 17 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 94.8% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Pecos County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years275 (60.0%)426 (82.1%)
5 Years80 (55.6%)29 (47.5%)
6 to 11 Years343 (58.8%)410 (74.6%)
12 to 14 Years81 (29.9%)220 (56.0%)
15 Years34 (41.5%)53 (33.3%)
16 and 17 Years52 (33.8%)188 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years445 (93.3%)427 (82.8%)
25 to 34 Years780 (81.0%)625 (73.4%)
35 to 44 Years656 (81.5%)667 (84.4%)
45 to 54 Years542 (90.2%)630 (88.4%)
55 to 64 Years623 (94.8%)705 (86.8%)
65 to 74 Years547 (82.4%)432 (69.2%)
75 Years and over231 (70.4%)314 (83.3%)
Total4,689 (75.8%)5,126 (78.2%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Pecos County

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Pecos County show that 14.6% or 322 of the total 2,210 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 65.0%, comprising of 52 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 9.1%, which includes 68 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Pecos County
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children1,079 (89.6%)125 (10.4%)
1 or 2 Children679 (90.9%)68 (9.1%)
3 or 4 Children102 (57.0%)77 (43.0%)
5 or more Children28 (35.0%)52 (65.0%)
Total1,888 (85.4%)322 (14.6%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Pecos County

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Pecos County
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)185 (37.4%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)39 (72.2%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)30 (100.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)254 (26.1%)

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

The poverty data for Pecos County shows that 322 of the married-couple family households (14.6%) and 254 of the single-parent households (19.8%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 52 households (65.0%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 30 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Pecos County
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children125 (10.4%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children68 (9.1%)185 (34.3%)
3 or 4 Children77 (43.0%)39 (44.3%)
5 or more Children52 (65.0%)30 (100.0%)
Total322 (14.6%)254 (19.8%)

Race in Pecos County

The most populous races in Pecos County are Hispanic or Latino (10,597 | 70.1%), White / Caucasian (10,102 | 66.8%), and Two or more Races (2,524 | 16.7%).
Race in Pecos County
Race# Population% Population
Asian1911.3%
Black / African American6864.5%
Hawaiian / Pacific230.2%
Hispanic or Latino10,59770.1%
Native / Alaskan230.2%
White / Caucasian10,10266.8%
Two or more Races2,52416.7%
Some other Race1,56510.3%
Total15,114100.0%

Ancestry in Pecos County

The most populous ancestries reported in Pecos County are Mexican (9,970 | 66.0%), English (466 | 3.1%), German (422 | 2.8%), Irish (402 | 2.7%), and American (317 | 2.1%), together accounting for 76.6% of all Pecos County residents.
Ancestry in Pecos County
Ancestry# Population% Population
African340.2%
American3172.1%
Apache290.2%
Blackfeet80.1%
British150.1%
Central American150.1%
Chickasaw130.1%
Chippewa140.1%
Choctaw80.1%
Czech190.1%
Dominican250.2%
Dutch540.4%
Dutch West Indian200.1%
English4663.1%
European1250.8%
French630.4%
German4222.8%
Guamanian / Chamorro150.1%
Guyanese150.1%
Icelander470.3%
Irish4022.7%
Italian1801.2%
Mexican9,97066.0%
Mexican American Indian460.3%
Native Hawaiian80.1%
Nicaraguan70.1%
Norwegian750.5%
Pennsylvania German450.3%
Polish150.1%
Puerto Rican100.1%
Salvadoran80.1%
Scandinavian170.1%
Scotch-Irish700.5%
Scottish930.6%
Spaniard1240.8%
Spanish70.1%
Sri Lankan960.6%
Subsaharan African340.2%
Thai620.4%
Ukrainian400.3%
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Immigrants in Pecos County

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Pecos County came from Latin America (1,594 | 10.5%), Central America (1,572 | 10.4%), Mexico (1,566 | 10.4%), Asia (164 | 1.1%), and South Eastern Asia (96 | 0.6%), together accounting for 33.0% of all Pecos County residents.
Immigrants in Pecos County
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Africa340.2%
Asia1641.1%
Caribbean220.2%
Central America1,57210.4%
Cuba100.1%
Dominican Republic120.1%
El Salvador60.0%
England270.2%
Europe350.2%
Germany80.1%
India350.2%
Latin America1,59410.5%
Mexico1,56610.4%
Nepal330.2%
Nigeria340.2%
Northern Europe270.2%
Oceania60.0%
South Central Asia680.4%
South Eastern Asia960.6%
Vietnam960.6%
Western Africa340.2%
Western Europe80.1%
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Sex and Age in Pecos County

Sex and Age in Pecos County

The most populous age groups in Pecos County are 35 to 39 Years (862 | 10.2%) for men and Under 5 Years (555 | 8.4%) for women.
Sex and Age in Pecos County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years458 (5.4%)555 (8.4%)
5 to 9 Years626 (7.4%)486 (7.3%)
10 to 14 Years450 (5.3%)553 (8.3%)
15 to 19 Years342 (4.0%)446 (6.7%)
20 to 24 Years495 (5.8%)417 (6.3%)
25 to 29 Years850 (10.0%)387 (5.8%)
30 to 34 Years654 (7.7%)465 (7.0%)
35 to 39 Years862 (10.2%)353 (5.3%)
40 to 44 Years571 (6.7%)437 (6.6%)
45 to 49 Years609 (7.2%)385 (5.8%)
50 to 54 Years573 (6.8%)328 (4.9%)
55 to 59 Years506 (6.0%)535 (8.1%)
60 to 64 Years446 (5.3%)277 (4.2%)
65 to 69 Years511 (6.0%)330 (5.0%)
70 to 74 Years185 (2.2%)296 (4.4%)
75 to 79 Years144 (1.7%)220 (3.3%)
80 to 84 Years154 (1.8%)57 (0.9%)
85 Years and over33 (0.4%)118 (1.8%)
Total8,469 (100.0%)6,645 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Pecos County

Median Family Size in Pecos County

The median family size in Pecos County is 3.06 persons per family, with married-couple families (2,210 | 63.3%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.22 persons per family. On the other hand, single female/mother families (974 | 27.9%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.68 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Pecos County
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple2,210 (63.3%)3.22
Single Male/Father309 (8.8%)3.10
Single Female/Mother974 (27.9%)2.68
Total Families3,493 (100.0%)3.06

Median Household Size in Pecos County

The median household size in Pecos County is 2.53 persons per household, with single male/father households (309 | 6.1%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.71 persons per household. non-family households (1,577 | 31.1%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.09 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Pecos County
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple2,210 (43.6%)3.26
Single Male/Father309 (6.1%)3.71
Single Female/Mother974 (19.2%)2.83
Non-family1,577 (31.1%)1.09
Total Households5,070 (100.0%)2.53

Household Size by Marriage Status in Pecos County

Out of a total of 5,070 households in Pecos County, 3,493 (68.9%) are family households, while 1,577 (31.1%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 1,714, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 1,306.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Pecos County
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-1,306 (25.8%)
2-Person Households1,714 (33.8%)271 (5.3%)
3-Person Households487 (9.6%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households668 (13.2%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households326 (6.4%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households138 (2.7%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households160 (3.2%)0 (0.0%)
Total3,493 (68.9%)1,577 (31.1%)

Female Fertility in Pecos County

Fertility by Age in Pecos County

Average fertility rate in Pecos County is 47.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 107.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 100.0% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Pecos County
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years136 (100.0%)107.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total136 (100.0%)47.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Pecos County

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Pecos County
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years136 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total136 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in Pecos County

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Pecos County
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School15 (11.0%)19.0
High School Diploma85 (62.5%)103.0
College or Associate's Degree36 (26.5%)39.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total136 (100.0%)47.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Pecos County

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Pecos County
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma85 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree36 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total136 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Employment Characteristics in Pecos County

Employment by Class of Employer in Pecos County

Among the 5,976 employed individuals in Pecos County, private company employees (3,988 | 66.7%), local government employees (711 | 11.9%), and self-employed (not incorporated) (507 | 8.5%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Pecos County
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees3,98866.7%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)1001.7%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)5078.5%
Not-for-profit Organizations2574.3%
Local Government Employees71111.9%
State Government Employees2704.5%
Federal Government Employees1432.4%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total5,976100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Pecos County

According to the labor force statistics for Pecos County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (11,745), 52.2% or 6,131 individuals are in the labor force, with 1.2% or 74 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 55 to 59 years, with 64.7% or 674 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 25 to 29 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 5.6% or 35 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Pecos County
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years152 (27.8%)5 (3.3%)
20 to 24 Years571 (62.6%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years630 (50.9%)35 (5.6%)
30 to 34 Years673 (60.1%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years1,405 (63.2%)17 (1.2%)
45 to 54 Years1,093 (57.7%)13 (1.2%)
55 to 59 Years674 (64.7%)5 (0.8%)
60 to 64 Years360 (49.8%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years483 (36.5%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over92 (12.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total6,131 (52.2%)74 (1.2%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Pecos County

According to labor force statistics for Pecos County, 58.7% of individuals (4,836) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (8,238) are in the labor force, with 1.5% or 73 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 92.4% or 843 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 2.1% or 35 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Pecos County
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School713 (37.7%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma1,688 (53.9%)66 (2.1%)
College / Associate Degree1,592 (69.1%)30 (1.3%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher843 (92.4%)14 (1.5%)
Total4,836 (58.7%)124 (1.5%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Pecos County

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Pecos County are Community & Social Service (538 | 8.9%), Management (516 | 8.6%), Education Instruction & Library (368 | 6.1%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (327 | 5.4%), and Health Technologists (205 | 3.4%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Pecos County

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Pecos County, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers, Engineering & Science (100.0%), Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), and Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Business & Financial (100.0%), Legal Services & Support (100.0%), and Education, Arts & Media (81.6%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Pecos County
OccupationMaleFemale
Management205 (39.7%)311 (60.3%)
Business & Financial0 (0.0%)100 (100.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers & Mathematics0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 108 (20.1%)430 (79.9%)
Education, Arts & Media18 (18.4%)80 (81.6%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)51 (100.0%)
Education Instruction & Library69 (18.8%)299 (81.2%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment21 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating178 (54.4%)149 (45.6%)
Health Technologists164 (80.0%)41 (20.0%)
Total (Category)501 (33.6%)990 (66.4%)
Total (Overall)3,138 (52.0%)2,893 (48.0%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Pecos County are Cleaning & Maintenance (466 | 7.7%), Food Preparation & Serving (233 | 3.9%), Healthcare Support (207 | 3.4%), Personal Care & Service (161 | 2.7%), and Security & Protection (147 | 2.4%).
Services Occupations in Pecos County

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Pecos County, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (70.1%), Law Enforcement (70.1%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (39.3%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Personal Care & Service (81.4%), and Food Preparation & Serving (70.4%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Pecos County
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)207 (100.0%)
Security & Protection103 (70.1%)44 (29.9%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement103 (70.1%)44 (29.9%)
Food Preparation & Serving69 (29.6%)164 (70.4%)
Cleaning & Maintenance183 (39.3%)283 (60.7%)
Personal Care & Service30 (18.6%)131 (81.4%)
Total (Category)385 (31.7%)829 (68.3%)
Total (Overall)3,138 (52.0%)2,893 (48.0%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Pecos County are Sales & Related (721 | 11.9%), and Office & Administration (512 | 8.5%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Pecos County

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Pecos County
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related367 (50.9%)354 (49.1%)
Office & Administration33 (6.5%)479 (93.5%)
Total (Category)400 (32.4%)833 (67.6%)
Total (Overall)3,138 (52.0%)2,893 (48.0%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Pecos County are Construction & Extraction (907 | 15.0%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (360 | 6.0%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (66 | 1.1%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Pecos County

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Pecos County
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry66 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction907 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair360 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)1,333 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)3,138 (52.0%)2,893 (48.0%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Pecos County are Production (327 | 5.4%), Transportation (272 | 4.5%), and Material Moving (161 | 2.7%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Pecos County

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Pecos County
OccupationMaleFemale
Production243 (74.3%)84 (25.7%)
Transportation172 (63.2%)100 (36.8%)
Material Moving104 (64.6%)57 (35.4%)
Total (Category)519 (68.3%)241 (31.7%)
Total (Overall)3,138 (52.0%)2,893 (48.0%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Pecos County

Employment Industries in Pecos County

The major employment industries in Pecos County include Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (804 | 13.3%), Retail Trade (757 | 12.6%), Health Care & Social Assistance (626 | 10.4%), Construction (526 | 8.7%), and Accommodation & Food Services (519 | 8.6%).
Employment Industries in Pecos County

Employment Industries by Sex in Pecos County

The Pecos County industries that see more men than women are Information (100.0%), Construction (98.3%), and Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (97.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Professional & Scientific (100.0%), Accommodation & Food Services (90.7%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (75.2%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Pecos County
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting97 (90.6%)10 (9.3%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction780 (97.0%)24 (3.0%)
Construction517 (98.3%)9 (1.7%)
Manufacturing135 (45.2%)164 (54.8%)
Wholesale Trade89 (76.7%)27 (23.3%)
Retail Trade410 (54.2%)347 (45.8%)
Transportation & Warehousing119 (70.4%)50 (29.6%)
Utilities115 (61.5%)72 (38.5%)
Information31 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance50 (25.9%)143 (74.1%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing74 (58.3%)53 (41.7%)
Professional & Scientific0 (0.0%)57 (100.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support59 (37.1%)100 (62.9%)
Educational Services130 (27.9%)336 (72.1%)
Health Care & Social Assistance155 (24.8%)471 (75.2%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation37 (86.1%)6 (14.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services48 (9.2%)471 (90.7%)
Public Administration153 (32.4%)319 (67.6%)
Total3,138 (52.0%)2,893 (48.0%)

Education in Pecos County

School Enrollment in Pecos County

The most common levels of schooling among the 3,518 students in Pecos County are elementary school (837 | 23.8%), middle school (825 | 23.4%), and high school (825 | 23.4%).
School Enrollment in Pecos County
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool2497.1%
Kindergarten37610.7%
Elementary School83723.8%
Middle School82523.4%
High School82523.4%
College / Undergraduate3128.9%
Graduate / Professional942.7%
Total3,518100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Pecos County

Out of a total of 3,518 students who are enrolled in schools in Pecos County, 56 (1.6%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 3,462 (98.4%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 35 years and over has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 33 (18.8% 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 275 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Pecos County
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds275 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old1,047 (99.5%)5 (0.5%)
10 to 14 Year Olds984 (98.1%)19 (1.9%)
15 to 17 Year Olds583 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds97 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds187 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds145 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over143 (81.2%)33 (18.8%)
Total3,462 (98.4%)56 (1.6%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Pecos County

Business (232 | 19.1%), education (212 | 17.4%), bio, nature & agricultural (160 | 13.2%), arts & humanities (149 | 12.2%), and science & technology (127 | 10.4%) are the most common fields of study among 1,217 individuals in Pecos County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Pecos County
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics00.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural16013.2%
Physical & Health Sciences433.5%
Psychology494.0%
Social Sciences383.1%
Engineering121.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies80.7%
Science & Technology12710.4%
Business23219.1%
Education21217.4%
Literature & Languages483.9%
Liberal Arts & History514.2%
Visual & Performing Arts725.9%
Communications161.3%
Arts & Humanities14912.2%
Total1,217100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Pecos County

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Pecos County

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Pecos County are males with 2 vehicles (1,121, accounting for 35.7%) and females with 2 vehicles (1,141, making up 39.8%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Pecos County
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle24 (0.8%)136 (4.8%)
1 Vehicle438 (14.0%)580 (20.6%)
2 Vehicles1,121 (35.7%)1,141 (40.5%)
3 Vehicles756 (24.1%)515 (18.3%)
4 Vehicles564 (18.0%)306 (10.9%)
5 or more Vehicles233 (7.4%)139 (4.9%)
Total3,136 (100.0%)2,817 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Pecos County

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Pecos County are 5 to 9 minutes (2,046 commuters, 34.9%), less than 5 minutes (1,454 commuters, 24.8%), and 10 to 14 minutes (849 commuters, 14.5%).
Commute Time in Pecos County
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes1,45424.8%
5 to 9 Minutes2,04634.9%
10 to 14 Minutes84914.5%
15 to 19 Minutes3896.6%
20 to 24 Minutes1482.5%
25 to 29 Minutes781.3%
30 to 34 Minutes1362.3%
35 to 39 Minutes280.5%
40 to 44 Minutes941.6%
45 to 59 Minutes2844.9%
60 to 89 Minutes2133.6%
90 or more Minutes1402.4%

Commute Time by Sex in Pecos County

The most common commute times in Pecos County are 5 to 9 minutes (914 commuters, 29.3%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (1,132 commuters, 41.3%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Pecos County
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes648 (20.8%)806 (29.4%)
5 to 9 Minutes914 (29.3%)1,132 (41.3%)
10 to 14 Minutes594 (19.0%)255 (9.3%)
15 to 19 Minutes233 (7.5%)156 (5.7%)
20 to 24 Minutes120 (3.8%)28 (1.0%)
25 to 29 Minutes0 (0.0%)78 (2.9%)
30 to 34 Minutes99 (3.2%)37 (1.3%)
35 to 39 Minutes6 (0.2%)22 (0.8%)
40 to 44 Minutes94 (3.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes190 (6.1%)94 (3.4%)
60 to 89 Minutes155 (5.0%)58 (2.1%)
90 or more Minutes67 (2.1%)73 (2.7%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Pecos County

The most frequent times of departure to work in Pecos County are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (488, 15.6%) for males and 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM (566, 20.7%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Pecos County
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM205 (6.6%)54 (2.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM107 (3.4%)11 (0.4%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM116 (3.7%)99 (3.6%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM401 (12.9%)228 (8.3%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM352 (11.3%)127 (4.6%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM488 (15.6%)252 (9.2%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM354 (11.4%)542 (19.8%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM446 (14.3%)566 (20.7%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM68 (2.2%)264 (9.6%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM178 (5.7%)350 (12.8%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)114 (4.2%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM115 (3.7%)109 (4.0%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM290 (9.3%)23 (0.8%)
Total3,120 (100.0%)2,739 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Pecos County

Occupancy by Ownership in Pecos County

Of the total 5,070 dwellings in Pecos County, owner-occupied units account for 3,580 (70.6%), while renter-occupied units make up 1,490 (29.4%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Pecos County
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units3,58070.6%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units1,49029.4%
Total Occupied Housing Units5,070100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Pecos County

Occupancy by Household Size in Pecos County
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household1,30625.8%
2-Person Household1,98539.2%
3-Person Household4879.6%
4+ Person Household1,29225.5%
Total Housing Units5,070100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Pecos County

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Pecos County
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household808 (61.9%)498 (38.1%)
2-Person Household1,330 (67.0%)655 (33.0%)
3-Person Household368 (75.6%)119 (24.4%)
4+ Person Household1,074 (83.1%)218 (16.9%)
Total Housing Units3,580 (70.6%)1,490 (29.4%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Pecos County

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Pecos County
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School594 (61.6%)371 (38.5%)
High School Diploma1,302 (83.1%)265 (16.9%)
College/Associate Degree1,218 (68.4%)563 (31.6%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher466 (61.6%)291 (38.4%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Pecos County

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Pecos County
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years96719.1%
35 to 44 Years1,00719.9%
45 to 54 Years84616.7%
55 to 64 Years84716.7%
65 to 74 Years90117.8%
75 to 84 Years3847.6%
85 Years and Over1182.3%
Total5,070100.0%

Housing Finances in Pecos County

Median Income by Occupancy in Pecos County

Median Income by Occupancy in Pecos County
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied3,580 (70.6%)$68,602
Renter-Occupied1,490 (29.4%)$34,030
Average5,070 (100.0%)$59,325

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Pecos County

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Pecos County
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,000172 (4.8%)135 (9.1%)
$5,000 to $9,99945 (1.3%)55 (3.7%)
$10,000 to $14,999150 (4.2%)22 (1.5%)
$15,000 to $19,999180 (5.0%)10 (0.7%)
$20,000 to $24,99927 (0.7%)96 (6.4%)
$25,000 to $34,999356 (9.9%)453 (30.4%)
$35,000 to $49,999414 (11.6%)165 (11.1%)
$50,000 to $74,999579 (16.2%)105 (7.0%)
$75,000 to $99,999376 (10.5%)131 (8.8%)
$100,000 to $149,999601 (16.8%)210 (14.1%)
$150,000 or more680 (19.0%)108 (7.2%)
Total3,580 (100.0%)1,490 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Pecos County

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Pecos County
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $300328 (9.2%)48 (3.2%)
$300 to $499853 (23.8%)92 (6.2%)
$500 to $799689 (19.3%)246 (16.5%)
$800 to $999184 (5.1%)216 (14.5%)
$1,000 to $1,499796 (22.2%)457 (30.7%)
$1,500 to $1,999414 (11.6%)73 (4.9%)
$2,000 to $2,499153 (4.3%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,999147 (4.1%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more16 (0.4%)45 (3.0%)
Total3,580 (100.0%)1,490 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Pecos County

Housing Structures in Pecos County

Housing Structures in Pecos County
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached3,30665.2%
Single Unit, Attached881.7%
2 Unit Apartments430.9%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments3717.3%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments00.0%
10 or more Apartments1553.1%
Mobile Home / Other1,10721.8%
Total5,070100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Pecos County

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Pecos County
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached2,668 (80.7%)638 (19.3%)
Single Unit, Attached8 (9.1%)80 (90.9%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)43 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)371 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)155 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other904 (81.7%)203 (18.3%)
Total3,580 (70.6%)1,490 (29.4%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Pecos County

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Pecos County
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room24 (0.7%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms25 (0.7%)266 (17.8%)
4 or 5 Rooms938 (26.2%)697 (46.8%)
6 or 7 Rooms1,668 (46.6%)416 (27.9%)
8 or more Rooms925 (25.8%)111 (7.4%)
Total3,580 (100.0%)1,490 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Pecos County

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Pecos County
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas1,313 (36.7%)480 (32.2%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas210 (5.9%)6 (0.4%)
Electricity1,957 (54.7%)996 (66.8%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene50 (1.4%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels32 (0.9%)8 (0.5%)
No Fuel Used18 (0.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total3,580 (100.0%)1,490 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Pecos County

Household Vehicle Usage in Pecos County
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle161 (4.5%)269 (18.0%)
1 Vehicle704 (19.7%)479 (32.2%)
2 Vehicles1,339 (37.4%)615 (41.3%)
3 or more Vehicles1,376 (38.4%)127 (8.5%)
Total3,580 (100.0%)1,490 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Pecos County

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Pecos County

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units2,0851,495
Median Property Value$99,100$188,400
Median Household Income$55,399$366
Monthly Housing Costs$460$13
Real Estate Taxes$888$15

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Pecos County

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Pecos County
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,000647 (31.0%)23 (1.5%)
$50,000 to $99,999404 (19.4%)109 (7.3%)
$100,000 to $299,999860 (41.2%)1,208 (80.8%)
$300,000 to $499,999108 (5.2%)155 (10.4%)
$500,000 to $749,99928 (1.3%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more38 (1.8%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,085 (100.0%)1,495 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Pecos County

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Pecos County
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00080 (3.8%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,999317 (15.2%)137 (9.2%)
$25,000 to $34,999191 (9.2%)40 (2.7%)
$35,000 to $49,999359 (17.2%)165 (11.0%)
$50,000 to $74,999386 (18.5%)55 (3.7%)
$75,000 to $99,999133 (6.4%)193 (12.9%)
$100,000 to $149,999305 (14.6%)243 (16.3%)
$150,000 or more314 (15.1%)296 (19.8%)
Total2,085 (100.0%)1,495 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Pecos County

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Pecos County
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x1,250 (60.0%)87,472 (5,851.0%)
2.0x to 2.9x202 (9.7%)699 (46.8%)
3.0x to 3.9x244 (11.7%)345 (23.1%)
4.0x or more370 (17.7%)94 (6.3%)
Total2,085 (100.0%)1,495 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Pecos County

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Pecos County
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800946 (45.4%)91 (6.1%)
$800 to $1,499507 (24.3%)241 (16.1%)
$800 to $1,499514 (24.6%)128 (8.6%)
Total2,085 (100.0%)1,495 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Pecos County

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Pecos County

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Pecos County
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years1,166 (93.0%)88 (7.0%)
6 to 18 Years2,321 (89.5%)271 (10.5%)
19 to 25 Years859 (81.7%)192 (18.3%)
26 to 34 Years1,170 (72.1%)452 (27.9%)
35 to 44 Years1,252 (78.5%)343 (21.5%)
45 to 54 Years1,022 (77.8%)292 (22.2%)
55 to 64 Years1,042 (72.3%)400 (27.7%)
65 to 74 Years1,125 (87.3%)163 (12.7%)
75 Years and older698 (99.0%)7 (1.0%)
Total10,655 (82.8%)2,208 (17.2%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Pecos County

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Pecos County
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born1,166 (93.0%)88 (7.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen2,321 (89.5%)271 (10.5%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen859 (81.7%)192 (18.3%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Pecos County

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Pecos County
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,0001,570 (88.8%)198 (11.2%)
$25,000 to $49,9992,905 (76.8%)877 (23.2%)
$50,000 to $74,9991,169 (70.7%)485 (29.3%)
$75,000 to $99,999976 (82.9%)201 (17.1%)
$100,000 and over3,960 (89.9%)447 (10.1%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Pecos County

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Pecos County
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 6696 (55.5%)555 (44.3%)
6 to 18 Years1,070 (41.3%)1,445 (55.7%)
19 to 25 Years74 (7.0%)785 (74.7%)
25 to 34 Years123 (7.6%)1,093 (67.4%)
35 to 44 Years217 (13.6%)1,148 (72.0%)
45 to 54 Years123 (9.4%)934 (71.1%)
55 to 64 Years104 (7.2%)980 (68.0%)
65 to 74 Years962 (74.7%)767 (59.6%)
75 Years and over698 (99.0%)456 (64.7%)
Total4,067 (31.6%)8,163 (63.5%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Pecos County

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Pecos County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)15 (1.1%)
18 to 34 Years54 (3.7%)39 (2.9%)
35 to 64 Years229 (11.3%)138 (6.0%)
65 to 74 Years70 (10.5%)255 (40.9%)
75 Years and over117 (35.7%)174 (46.2%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Pecos County

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Pecos County: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years25 (1.7%)14 (1.0%)
35 to 64 Years23 (1.1%)34 (1.5%)
65 to 74 Years36 (5.4%)78 (12.5%)
75 Years and over61 (18.6%)48 (12.7%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Pecos County: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)15 (1.1%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)14 (1.0%)
35 to 64 Years46 (2.3%)19 (0.8%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)133 (21.3%)
75 Years and over17 (5.2%)57 (15.1%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Pecos County: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years29 (2.0%)11 (0.8%)
35 to 64 Years46 (2.3%)66 (2.9%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)165 (26.4%)
75 Years and over3 (0.9%)24 (6.4%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Pecos County: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)10 (0.7%)
35 to 64 Years127 (6.2%)37 (1.6%)
65 to 74 Years48 (7.2%)200 (32.1%)
75 Years and over30 (9.1%)61 (16.2%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Pecos County: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)10 (0.7%)
35 to 64 Years73 (3.6%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years20 (3.0%)136 (21.8%)
75 Years and over3 (0.9%)53 (14.1%)

Technology Access in Pecos County

Computing Device Access in Pecos County

Computing Device Access in Pecos County
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop3,09561.1%
Smartphone4,27384.3%
Tablet2,53650.0%
No Computing Device65813.0%
Total5,070100.0%

Internet Access in Pecos County

Internet Access in Pecos County
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home3,06260.4%
Cellular Data Only3537.0%
Satellite Internet1,02720.3%
No Internet1,28925.4%
Total5,070100.0%

Pecos County Summary

Pecos County is located in the western part of Texas, and is part of the Trans-Pecos region of the state. It is bordered by Reeves County to the north, Ward County to the east, Crockett County to the south, and Jeff Davis County to the west. The county seat is Fort Stockton, and the largest city is Fort Stockton. The county has a total area of 2,919 square miles, and a population of 15,507 as of the 2010 census.

History

Pecos County was established in 1871, and was named for the Pecos River, which runs through the county. The area was originally inhabited by Native American tribes, including the Apache, Comanche, and Kiowa. The first European settlers arrived in the area in the late 1800s, and the county was officially organized in 1891.
The county was an important part of the cattle industry in the late 1800s and early 1900s, and Fort Stockton was an important stop on the San Antonio-El Paso Road. The county was also an important part of the oil industry, and the first oil well was drilled in the county in 1921.

Geography

Pecos County is located in the western part of Texas, and is part of the Trans-Pecos region of the state. It is bordered by Reeves County to the north, Ward County to the east, Crockett County to the south, and Jeff Davis County to the west. The county has a total area of 2,919 square miles, and is mostly flat, with some rolling hills. The Pecos River runs through the county, and there are several small lakes and reservoirs in the area.
The climate of Pecos County is semi-arid, with hot summers and mild winters. The average annual temperature is 68°F, and the average annual precipitation is 16 inches.

Economy

The economy of Pecos County is largely based on agriculture and oil and gas production. The county is one of the top producers of cattle in the state, and is also a major producer of cotton, sorghum, and wheat. Oil and gas production is also an important part of the economy, and the county is home to several major oil and gas companies.
In addition to agriculture and oil and gas production, the county is also home to several manufacturing companies, including a cement plant and a plastics plant. The county is also home to several retail stores, restaurants, and other businesses.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Pecos County was 15,507. The racial makeup of the county was 75.3% White, 0.9% African American, 0.7% Native American, 0.3% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 20.3% from other races, and 2.4% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 57.2% of the population.
The median household income in the county was $35,945, and the median family income was $41,945. The per capita income was $17,845. About 17.2% of the population was below the poverty line.

Common Questions

What is Per Capita Income in Pecos County?
Per Capita income in Pecos County is $28,217.
What is the Median Family Income in Pecos County?
Median Family Income in Pecos County is $65,248.
What is the Median Household income in Pecos County?
Median Household Income in Pecos County is $59,325.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Pecos County?
Income or Wage Gap in Pecos County is 40.3%.
Women in Pecos County earn 59.7 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Pecos County?
Family Income Deficit in Pecos County is $11,391.
Families that are below poverty line in Pecos County earn $11,391 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Pecos County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Pecos County is 0.49.
What is the Total Population of Pecos County?
Total Population of Pecos County is 15,114.
What is the Total Male Population of Pecos County?
Total Male Population of Pecos County is 8,469.
What is the Total Female Population of Pecos County?
Total Female Population of Pecos County is 6,645.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Pecos County?
There are 127.45 Males per 100 Females in Pecos County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Pecos County?
There are 78.46 Females per 100 Males in Pecos County.
What is the Median Population Age in Pecos County?
Median Population Age in Pecos County is 36.7 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Pecos County
Average Family Size in Pecos County is 3.1 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Pecos County
Average Household Size in Pecos County is 2.5 People.
How Large is the Labor Force in Pecos County?
There are 6,131 People in the Labor Forcein in Pecos County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Pecos County?
52.2% of People are in the Labor Force in Pecos County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Pecos County?
Unemployment Rate in Pecos County is 1.2%.