Winkler County, TX Map & Demographics

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Winkler County Overview

$32,325
PER CAPITA INCOME
$88,581
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$89,155
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
31.2%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
68.8¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$11,669
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.34
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
7,582
TOTAL POPULATION
3,925
MALE POPULATION
3,657
FEMALE POPULATION
107.33
MALES / 100 FEMALES
93.17
FEMALES / 100 MALES
36.2
MEDIAN AGE
3.2
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.8
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
3,460
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
60.9%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
2.3%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Winkler County Area Codes

Income in Winkler County

Income Overview in Winkler County

Per Capita Income in Winkler County is $32,325, while median incomes of families and households are $88,581 and $89,155 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income7,582$32,325
Median Family Income2,052$88,581
Mean Family Income2,052$94,419
Median Household Income2,685$89,155
Mean Household Income2,685$91,621
Income Deficit2,052$11,669
Wage / Income Gap (%)7,58231.24%
Wage / Income Gap ($)7,58268.76¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index7,5820.34

Earnings by Sex in Winkler County

Average Earnings in Winkler County are $52,956, $62,828 for men and $43,199 for women, a difference of 31.2%.
Earnings by Sex in Winkler County
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male2,389 (65.9%)$62,828
Female1,236 (34.1%)$43,199
Total3,625 (100.0%)$52,956

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Winkler County

The most common earnings brackets in Winkler County are $100,000+ for men (491 | 20.5%) and $25,000 to $29,999 for women (198 | 16.0%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Winkler County
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less52 (2.2%)37 (3.0%)
$2,500 to $4,99948 (2.0%)26 (2.1%)
$5,000 to $7,499167 (7.0%)64 (5.2%)
$7,500 to $9,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $12,49963 (2.6%)22 (1.8%)
$12,500 to $14,9992 (0.1%)52 (4.2%)
$15,000 to $17,49948 (2.0%)36 (2.9%)
$17,500 to $19,99950 (2.1%)15 (1.2%)
$20,000 to $22,49945 (1.9%)16 (1.3%)
$22,500 to $24,9996 (0.3%)23 (1.9%)
$25,000 to $29,99984 (3.5%)198 (16.0%)
$30,000 to $34,999136 (5.7%)83 (6.7%)
$35,000 to $39,99958 (2.4%)16 (1.3%)
$40,000 to $44,999142 (5.9%)79 (6.4%)
$45,000 to $49,99976 (3.2%)65 (5.3%)
$50,000 to $54,99975 (3.1%)107 (8.7%)
$55,000 to $64,999318 (13.3%)161 (13.0%)
$65,000 to $74,999100 (4.2%)141 (11.4%)
$75,000 to $99,999428 (17.9%)78 (6.3%)
$100,000+491 (20.5%)17 (1.4%)
Total2,389 (100.0%)1,236 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Winkler County

Average earnings in Winkler County are $64,585 for men and $44,026 for women, a difference of 31.8%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $113,393, while those with graduate degree education earn the least with $41,193. Women with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $68,378, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $28,971.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Winkler County
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$63,304$28,971
High School Diploma$70,179$31,435
College or Associate's Degree$64,767$54,375
Bachelor's Degree$113,393$68,378
Graduate Degree$41,193$0
Total$64,585$44,026

Family Income in Winkler County

Family Income Brackets in Winkler County

According to the Winkler County family income data, there are 595 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 29.0% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 12 families (0.6%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Winkler County
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,000391.9%
$10,000 to $14,999120.6%
$15,000 to $24,9991215.9%
$25,000 to $34,9991014.9%
$35,000 to $49,99926913.1%
$50,000 to $74,99932415.8%
$75,000 to $99,99930214.7%
$100,000 to $149,99959529.0%
$150,000 to $199,99922611.0%
$200,000+643.1%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Winkler County

5-person families (219 | 10.7%) account for the highest median family income in Winkler County with $127,902 per family, while 2-person families (849 | 41.4%) have the highest median income of $34,942 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Winkler County
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families849 (41.4%)$69,884
3-Person Families383 (18.7%)$97,639
4-Person Families433 (21.1%)$88,674
5-Person Families219 (10.7%)$127,902
6-Person Families67 (3.3%)$0
7+ Person Families101 (4.9%)$0
Total2,052 (100.0%)$88,581

Family Income by Number of Earners in Winkler County

The median family income in Winkler County is $88,581, with families comprising 3+ earners (254) having the highest median family income of $112,250, while families with no earners (258) have the lowest median family income of $32,692, accounting for 12.4% and 12.6% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Winkler County
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners258 (12.6%)$32,692
1 Earner711 (34.6%)$70,172
2 Earners829 (40.4%)$109,904
3+ Earners254 (12.4%)$112,250
Total2,052 (100.0%)$88,581

Household Income in Winkler County

Household Income Brackets in Winkler County

With 870 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in Winkler County, accounting for 32.4% of all households. In contrast, only 24 households (0.9%) fall into the less than $10,000 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Winkler County
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000240.9%
$10,000 to $14,9991345.0%
$15,000 to $24,9991726.4%
$25,000 to $34,9991565.8%
$35,000 to $49,99930911.5%
$50,000 to $74,99933312.4%
$75,000 to $99,99934913.0%
$100,000 to $149,99987032.4%
$150,000 to $199,99927110.1%
$200,000+672.5%

Household Income by Householder Age in Winkler County

The median household income in Winkler County is $89,155, with the highest median household income of $109,825 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 946 households (35.2%) 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 95 households (3.5%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Winkler County
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years95 (3.5%)$0
25 to 44 Years946 (35.2%)$109,825
45 to 64 Years999 (37.2%)$88,547
65+ Years645 (24.0%)$59,583
Total2,685 (100.0%)$89,155

Poverty in Winkler County

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Winkler County

With 11.2% poverty level for males and 14.1% for females among the residents of Winkler County, 15 year old males and 12 to 14 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 57 males (73.1%) and 70 females (46.7%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Winkler County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years35 (14.6%)8 (2.9%)
5 Years35 (55.6%)3 (2.1%)
6 to 11 Years55 (14.4%)85 (26.4%)
12 to 14 Years38 (22.8%)70 (46.7%)
15 Years57 (73.1%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years29 (13.9%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years13 (3.6%)71 (19.7%)
25 to 34 Years40 (9.1%)29 (9.5%)
35 to 44 Years42 (6.8%)38 (7.1%)
45 to 54 Years33 (9.3%)43 (9.6%)
55 to 64 Years6 (1.3%)40 (10.0%)
65 to 74 Years29 (7.6%)67 (16.1%)
75 Years and over19 (22.1%)62 (41.6%)
Total431 (11.2%)516 (14.1%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Winkler County

According to the poverty statistics in Winkler County, males aged 55 to 64 years and females aged 15 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 98.7% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Winkler County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years205 (85.4%)269 (97.1%)
5 Years28 (44.4%)141 (97.9%)
6 to 11 Years328 (85.6%)237 (73.6%)
12 to 14 Years129 (77.2%)80 (53.3%)
15 Years21 (26.9%)76 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years179 (86.1%)74 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years343 (96.4%)289 (80.3%)
25 to 34 Years399 (90.9%)277 (90.5%)
35 to 44 Years572 (93.2%)500 (92.9%)
45 to 54 Years320 (90.6%)403 (90.4%)
55 to 64 Years467 (98.7%)360 (90.0%)
65 to 74 Years350 (92.3%)348 (83.9%)
75 Years and over67 (77.9%)87 (58.4%)
Total3,408 (88.8%)3,141 (85.9%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Winkler County

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Winkler County show that 5.5% or 86 of the total 1,563 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 27.1%, comprising of 26 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 2.1%, which includes 17 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Winkler County
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children778 (97.9%)17 (2.1%)
1 or 2 Children629 (93.6%)43 (6.4%)
3 or 4 Children70 (72.9%)26 (27.1%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,477 (94.5%)86 (5.5%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Winkler County

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Winkler County
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)27 (20.6%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)68 (58.6%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)99 (30.9%)

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

The poverty data for Winkler County shows that 86 of the married-couple family households (5.5%) and 99 of the single-parent households (20.3%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 26 households (27.1%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 4 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Winkler County
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children17 (2.1%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children43 (6.4%)27 (12.6%)
3 or 4 Children26 (27.1%)68 (58.6%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
Total86 (5.5%)99 (20.3%)

Race in Winkler County

The most populous races in Winkler County are White / Caucasian (4,919 | 64.9%), Hispanic or Latino (4,748 | 62.6%), and Two or more Races (1,219 | 16.1%).
Race in Winkler County
Race# Population% Population
Asian430.6%
Black / African American4205.5%
Hawaiian / Pacific20.0%
Hispanic or Latino4,74862.6%
Native / Alaskan1481.9%
White / Caucasian4,91964.9%
Two or more Races1,21916.1%
Some other Race83111.0%
Total7,582100.0%

Ancestry in Winkler County

The most populous ancestries reported in Winkler County are Mexican (4,353 | 57.4%), German (390 | 5.1%), English (378 | 5.0%), Irish (374 | 4.9%), and American (317 | 4.2%), together accounting for 76.6% of all Winkler County residents.
Ancestry in Winkler County
Ancestry# Population% Population
American3174.2%
Apache80.1%
British150.2%
Central American600.8%
Cuban731.0%
Czechoslovakian40.1%
Dutch991.3%
English3785.0%
European250.3%
French1141.5%
French American Indian60.1%
German3905.1%
Guamanian / Chamorro20.0%
Guatemalan100.1%
Hungarian30.0%
Irish3744.9%
Italian80.1%
Jamaican690.9%
Mexican4,35357.4%
Mexican American Indian450.6%
Navajo540.7%
Nicaraguan500.7%
Norwegian150.2%
Polish90.1%
Puerto Rican590.8%
Scandinavian70.1%
Scotch-Irish310.4%
Scottish200.3%
Spaniard1011.3%
Sri Lankan430.6%
Welsh290.4%
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Immigrants in Winkler County

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Winkler County came from Latin America (1,083 | 14.3%), Central America (1,066 | 14.1%), Mexico (1,032 | 13.6%), Asia (43 | 0.6%), and South Eastern Asia (43 | 0.6%), together accounting for 43.1% of all Winkler County residents.
Immigrants in Winkler County
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Asia430.6%
Caribbean170.2%
Central America1,06614.1%
Cuba170.2%
England30.0%
Europe30.0%
Guatemala100.1%
Latin America1,08314.3%
Mexico1,03213.6%
Nicaragua240.3%
Northern Europe30.0%
South Eastern Asia430.6%
Vietnam430.6%
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Sex and Age in Winkler County

Sex and Age in Winkler County

The most populous age groups in Winkler County are 15 to 19 Years (372 | 9.5%) for men and 15 to 19 Years (371 | 10.1%) for women.
Sex and Age in Winkler County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years240 (6.1%)277 (7.6%)
5 to 9 Years287 (7.3%)341 (9.3%)
10 to 14 Years326 (8.3%)275 (7.5%)
15 to 19 Years372 (9.5%)371 (10.1%)
20 to 24 Years279 (7.1%)139 (3.8%)
25 to 29 Years267 (6.8%)187 (5.1%)
30 to 34 Years214 (5.4%)119 (3.3%)
35 to 39 Years273 (7.0%)292 (8.0%)
40 to 44 Years357 (9.1%)246 (6.7%)
45 to 49 Years217 (5.5%)190 (5.2%)
50 to 54 Years146 (3.7%)256 (7.0%)
55 to 59 Years268 (6.8%)165 (4.5%)
60 to 64 Years214 (5.4%)235 (6.4%)
65 to 69 Years159 (4.1%)333 (9.1%)
70 to 74 Years220 (5.6%)82 (2.2%)
75 to 79 Years18 (0.5%)92 (2.5%)
80 to 84 Years68 (1.7%)8 (0.2%)
85 Years and over0 (0.0%)49 (1.3%)
Total3,925 (100.0%)3,657 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Winkler County

Median Family Size in Winkler County

The median family size in Winkler County is 3.16 persons per family, with single female/mother families (320 | 15.6%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.52 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (169 | 8.2%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.11 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Winkler County
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple1,563 (76.2%)3.20
Single Male/Father169 (8.2%)2.11
Single Female/Mother320 (15.6%)3.52
Total Families2,052 (100.0%)3.16

Median Household Size in Winkler County

The median household size in Winkler County is 2.79 persons per household, with single female/mother households (320 | 11.9%) accounting for the largest median household size of 4.19 persons per household. non-family households (633 | 23.6%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.09 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Winkler County
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple1,563 (58.2%)3.20
Single Male/Father169 (6.3%)2.70
Single Female/Mother320 (11.9%)4.19
Non-family633 (23.6%)1.09
Total Households2,685 (100.0%)2.79

Household Size by Marriage Status in Winkler County

Out of a total of 2,685 households in Winkler County, 2,052 (76.4%) are family households, while 633 (23.6%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 816, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 563.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Winkler County
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-563 (21.0%)
2-Person Households816 (30.4%)70 (2.6%)
3-Person Households371 (13.8%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households378 (14.1%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households270 (10.1%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households115 (4.3%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households102 (3.8%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,052 (76.4%)633 (23.6%)

Female Fertility in Winkler County

Fertility by Age in Winkler County

Average fertility rate in Winkler County is 82.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 252.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 87.5% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Winkler County
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years112 (87.5%)252.0
35 to 50 years16 (12.5%)21.0
Total128 (100.0%)82.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Winkler County

38.3% of women with births (128) in Winkler County are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 70.5% 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.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Winkler County
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years33 (29.5%)79 (70.5%)
35 to 50 years16 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total49 (38.3%)79 (61.7%)

Fertility by Education in Winkler County

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Winkler County
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma33 (25.8%)56.0
College or Associate's Degree95 (74.2%)178.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total128 (100.0%)82.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Winkler County

61.7% of women with births in Winkler County are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are most likely to be married with 51.5% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are least likely to be married with 66.3% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Winkler County
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma17 (51.5%)16 (48.5%)
College or Associate's Degree32 (33.7%)63 (66.3%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total49 (38.3%)79 (61.7%)

Employment Characteristics in Winkler County

Employment by Class of Employer in Winkler County

Among the 3,380 employed individuals in Winkler County, private company employees (2,101 | 62.2%), local government employees (576 | 17.0%), and federal government employees (182 | 5.4%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Winkler County
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees2,10162.2%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)1795.3%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)802.4%
Not-for-profit Organizations982.9%
Local Government Employees57617.0%
State Government Employees1554.6%
Federal Government Employees1825.4%
Unpaid Family Workers90.3%
Total3,380100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Winkler County

According to the labor force statistics for Winkler County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (5,682), 60.9% or 3,460 individuals are in the labor force, with 2.3% or 80 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 82.8% or 376 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 34.9% or 22 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Winkler County
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years63 (10.7%)22 (34.9%)
20 to 24 Years275 (65.8%)17 (6.2%)
25 to 29 Years376 (82.8%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years265 (79.6%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years903 (77.3%)22 (2.4%)
45 to 54 Years639 (79.0%)11 (1.7%)
55 to 59 Years286 (66.1%)3 (1.0%)
60 to 64 Years276 (61.5%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years311 (39.2%)4 (1.3%)
75 Years and over65 (27.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total3,460 (60.9%)80 (2.3%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Winkler County

According to labor force statistics for Winkler County, 75.3% of individuals (2,745) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (3,646) are in the labor force, with 1.3% or 36 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of high school diploma, with 81.2% or 1,099 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with bachelor's degree or higher education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 5.2% or 12 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Winkler County
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School614 (62.5%)33 (3.4%)
High School Diploma1,099 (81.2%)4 (0.3%)
College / Associate Degree800 (80.1%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher233 (74.9%)16 (5.2%)
Total2,745 (75.3%)47 (1.3%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Winkler County

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Winkler County are Community & Social Service (243 | 7.2%), Education Instruction & Library (225 | 6.7%), Management (223 | 6.6%), Computers, Engineering & Science (125 | 3.7%), and Architecture & Engineering (66 | 1.9%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Winkler County

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Winkler County, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers, Engineering & Science (100.0%), Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), and Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Legal Services & Support (100.0%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (100.0%), and Health Technologists (100.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Winkler County
OccupationMaleFemale
Management166 (74.4%)57 (25.6%)
Business & Financial8 (12.9%)54 (87.1%)
Computers, Engineering & Science125 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers & Mathematics59 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering66 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 94 (38.7%)149 (61.3%)
Education, Arts & Media12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)6 (100.0%)
Education Instruction & Library82 (36.4%)143 (63.6%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating0 (0.0%)53 (100.0%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)44 (100.0%)
Total (Category)393 (55.7%)313 (44.3%)
Total (Overall)2,232 (66.0%)1,148 (34.0%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Winkler County are Security & Protection (243 | 7.2%), Food Preparation & Serving (164 | 4.9%), Firefighting & Prevention (137 | 4.1%), Law Enforcement (106 | 3.1%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (69 | 2.0%).
Services Occupations in Winkler County

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Winkler County, the most male-oriented occupations are Firefighting & Prevention (79.6%), Security & Protection (76.5%), and Law Enforcement (72.6%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (85.3%), Food Preparation & Serving (65.8%), and Personal Care & Service (59.1%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Winkler County
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support5 (14.7%)29 (85.3%)
Security & Protection186 (76.5%)57 (23.5%)
Firefighting & Prevention109 (79.6%)28 (20.4%)
Law Enforcement77 (72.6%)29 (27.4%)
Food Preparation & Serving56 (34.2%)108 (65.8%)
Cleaning & Maintenance38 (55.1%)31 (44.9%)
Personal Care & Service18 (40.9%)26 (59.1%)
Total (Category)303 (54.7%)251 (45.3%)
Total (Overall)2,232 (66.0%)1,148 (34.0%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Winkler County are Office & Administration (428 | 12.7%), and Sales & Related (170 | 5.0%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Winkler County

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Winkler County
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related59 (34.7%)111 (65.3%)
Office & Administration57 (13.3%)371 (86.7%)
Total (Category)116 (19.4%)482 (80.6%)
Total (Overall)2,232 (66.0%)1,148 (34.0%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Winkler County are Construction & Extraction (415 | 12.3%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (237 | 7.0%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (11 | 0.3%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Winkler County

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Winkler County
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction383 (92.3%)32 (7.7%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair226 (95.4%)11 (4.6%)
Total (Category)620 (93.5%)43 (6.5%)
Total (Overall)2,232 (66.0%)1,148 (34.0%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Winkler County are Production (507 | 15.0%), Transportation (186 | 5.5%), and Material Moving (166 | 4.9%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Winkler County

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Winkler County
OccupationMaleFemale
Production500 (98.6%)7 (1.4%)
Transportation146 (78.5%)40 (21.5%)
Material Moving154 (92.8%)12 (7.2%)
Total (Category)800 (93.1%)59 (6.9%)
Total (Overall)2,232 (66.0%)1,148 (34.0%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Winkler County

Employment Industries in Winkler County

The major employment industries in Winkler County include Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (585 | 17.3%), Educational Services (412 | 12.2%), Construction (386 | 11.4%), Transportation & Warehousing (343 | 10.2%), and Public Administration (276 | 8.2%).
Employment Industries in Winkler County

Employment Industries by Sex in Winkler County

The Winkler County industries that see more men than women are Construction (100.0%), Wholesale Trade (100.0%), and Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Educational Services (72.8%), Retail Trade (70.0%), and Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (69.2%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Winkler County
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting64 (75.3%)21 (24.7%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction554 (94.7%)31 (5.3%)
Construction386 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing128 (76.6%)39 (23.4%)
Wholesale Trade8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade71 (30.0%)166 (70.0%)
Transportation & Warehousing298 (86.9%)45 (13.1%)
Utilities85 (58.2%)61 (41.8%)
Information40 (90.9%)4 (9.1%)
Finance & Insurance45 (49.4%)46 (50.5%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing31 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific54 (58.1%)39 (41.9%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support89 (83.2%)18 (16.8%)
Educational Services112 (27.2%)300 (72.8%)
Health Care & Social Assistance58 (41.7%)81 (58.3%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation4 (30.8%)9 (69.2%)
Accommodation & Food Services77 (57.0%)58 (43.0%)
Public Administration99 (35.9%)177 (64.1%)
Total2,232 (66.0%)1,148 (34.0%)

Education in Winkler County

School Enrollment in Winkler County

The most common levels of schooling among the 1,789 students in Winkler County are high school (729 | 40.7%), middle school (427 | 23.9%), and elementary school (398 | 22.3%).
School Enrollment in Winkler County
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool412.3%
Kindergarten945.2%
Elementary School39822.3%
Middle School42723.9%
High School72940.7%
College / Undergraduate864.8%
Graduate / Professional140.8%
Total1,789100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Winkler County

Out of a total of 1,789 students who are enrolled in schools in Winkler County, 61 (3.4%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 1,728 (96.6%) 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 4 (13.3% 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 34 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Winkler County
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds34 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old472 (99.4%)3 (0.6%)
10 to 14 Year Olds497 (96.3%)19 (3.7%)
15 to 17 Year Olds394 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds196 (89.9%)22 (10.1%)
20 to 24 Year Olds26 (86.7%)4 (13.3%)
25 to 34 Year Olds9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over101 (89.4%)12 (10.6%)
Total1,728 (96.6%)61 (3.4%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Winkler County

Business (138 | 31.7%), education (86 | 19.8%), arts & humanities (56 | 12.9%), computers & mathematics (27 | 6.2%), and engineering (24 | 5.5%) are the most common fields of study among 435 individuals in Winkler County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Winkler County
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics276.2%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural235.3%
Physical & Health Sciences102.3%
Psychology00.0%
Social Sciences184.1%
Engineering245.5%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology204.6%
Business13831.7%
Education8619.8%
Literature & Languages194.4%
Liberal Arts & History102.3%
Visual & Performing Arts00.0%
Communications40.9%
Arts & Humanities5612.9%
Total435100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Winkler County

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Winkler County

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Winkler County are males with 2 vehicles (771, accounting for 34.5%) and females with 2 vehicles (500, making up 67.2%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Winkler County
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle56 (2.5%)1 (0.1%)
1 Vehicle295 (13.2%)188 (16.4%)
2 Vehicles771 (34.5%)500 (43.5%)
3 Vehicles554 (24.8%)249 (21.7%)
4 Vehicles264 (11.8%)183 (15.9%)
5 or more Vehicles292 (13.1%)27 (2.4%)
Total2,232 (100.0%)1,148 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Winkler County

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Winkler County are 5 to 9 minutes (788 commuters, 23.7%), 60 to 89 minutes (600 commuters, 18.0%), and less than 5 minutes (575 commuters, 17.3%).
Commute Time in Winkler County
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes57517.3%
5 to 9 Minutes78823.7%
10 to 14 Minutes33110.0%
15 to 19 Minutes2698.1%
20 to 24 Minutes511.5%
25 to 29 Minutes621.9%
30 to 34 Minutes2387.1%
35 to 39 Minutes40.1%
40 to 44 Minutes270.8%
45 to 59 Minutes2026.1%
60 to 89 Minutes60018.0%
90 or more Minutes1805.4%

Commute Time by Sex in Winkler County

The most common commute times in Winkler County are 60 to 89 minutes (561 commuters, 25.2%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (448 commuters, 40.6%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Winkler County
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes332 (14.9%)243 (22.1%)
5 to 9 Minutes340 (15.3%)448 (40.6%)
10 to 14 Minutes236 (10.6%)95 (8.6%)
15 to 19 Minutes149 (6.7%)120 (10.9%)
20 to 24 Minutes43 (1.9%)8 (0.7%)
25 to 29 Minutes37 (1.7%)25 (2.3%)
30 to 34 Minutes163 (7.3%)75 (6.8%)
35 to 39 Minutes0 (0.0%)4 (0.4%)
40 to 44 Minutes23 (1.0%)4 (0.4%)
45 to 59 Minutes197 (8.8%)5 (0.4%)
60 to 89 Minutes561 (25.2%)39 (3.5%)
90 or more Minutes144 (6.5%)36 (3.3%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Winkler County

The most frequent times of departure to work in Winkler County are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (517, 23.2%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (316, 28.7%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Winkler County
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM59 (2.6%)65 (5.9%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM229 (10.3%)11 (1.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM70 (3.2%)17 (1.5%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM492 (22.1%)38 (3.5%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM249 (11.2%)5 (0.4%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM517 (23.2%)288 (26.1%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM240 (10.8%)316 (28.7%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM107 (4.8%)115 (10.4%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM0 (0.0%)43 (3.9%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM19 (0.9%)91 (8.3%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)33 (3.0%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM126 (5.7%)27 (2.5%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM117 (5.3%)53 (4.8%)
Total2,225 (100.0%)1,102 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Winkler County

Occupancy by Ownership in Winkler County

Of the total 2,685 dwellings in Winkler County, owner-occupied units account for 2,239 (83.4%), while renter-occupied units make up 446 (16.6%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Winkler County
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units2,23983.4%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units44616.6%
Total Occupied Housing Units2,685100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Winkler County

Occupancy by Household Size in Winkler County
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household56321.0%
2-Person Household88633.0%
3-Person Household37113.8%
4+ Person Household86532.2%
Total Housing Units2,685100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Winkler County

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Winkler County
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household530 (94.1%)33 (5.9%)
2-Person Household726 (81.9%)160 (18.1%)
3-Person Household291 (78.4%)80 (21.6%)
4+ Person Household692 (80.0%)173 (20.0%)
Total Housing Units2,239 (83.4%)446 (16.6%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Winkler County

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Winkler County
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School661 (84.0%)126 (16.0%)
High School Diploma731 (84.4%)135 (15.6%)
College/Associate Degree614 (79.2%)161 (20.8%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher233 (90.7%)24 (9.3%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Winkler County

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Winkler County
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years42916.0%
35 to 44 Years61222.8%
45 to 54 Years41215.3%
55 to 64 Years58721.9%
65 to 74 Years47417.6%
75 to 84 Years1224.5%
85 Years and Over491.8%
Total2,685100.0%

Housing Finances in Winkler County

Median Income by Occupancy in Winkler County

Median Income by Occupancy in Winkler County
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied2,239 (83.4%)$99,901
Renter-Occupied446 (16.6%)$59,762
Average2,685 (100.0%)$89,155

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Winkler County

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Winkler County
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00023 (1.0%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $9,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $14,999102 (4.6%)33 (7.4%)
$15,000 to $19,99910 (0.4%)12 (2.7%)
$20,000 to $24,999147 (6.6%)3 (0.7%)
$25,000 to $34,999106 (4.7%)50 (11.2%)
$35,000 to $49,999222 (9.9%)86 (19.3%)
$50,000 to $74,999216 (9.7%)118 (26.5%)
$75,000 to $99,999296 (13.2%)54 (12.1%)
$100,000 to $149,999806 (36.0%)64 (14.3%)
$150,000 or more311 (13.9%)26 (5.8%)
Total2,239 (100.0%)446 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Winkler County

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Winkler County
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $300415 (18.5%)12 (2.7%)
$300 to $499656 (29.3%)3 (0.7%)
$500 to $799581 (26.0%)134 (30.0%)
$800 to $99976 (3.4%)60 (13.5%)
$1,000 to $1,499362 (16.2%)126 (28.2%)
$1,500 to $1,999134 (6.0%)1 (0.2%)
$2,000 to $2,4992 (0.1%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,99913 (0.6%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,239 (100.0%)446 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Winkler County

Housing Structures in Winkler County

Housing Structures in Winkler County
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached2,24083.4%
Single Unit, Attached1365.1%
2 Unit Apartments150.6%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments00.0%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments00.0%
10 or more Apartments00.0%
Mobile Home / Other29411.0%
Total2,685100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Winkler County

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Winkler County
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached1,889 (84.3%)351 (15.7%)
Single Unit, Attached115 (84.6%)21 (15.4%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)15 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mobile Home / Other235 (79.9%)59 (20.1%)
Total2,239 (83.4%)446 (16.6%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Winkler County

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Winkler County
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room5 (0.2%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms47 (2.1%)30 (6.7%)
4 or 5 Rooms788 (35.2%)250 (56.0%)
6 or 7 Rooms1,026 (45.8%)116 (26.0%)
8 or more Rooms373 (16.7%)50 (11.2%)
Total2,239 (100.0%)446 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Winkler County

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Winkler County
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas1,220 (54.5%)246 (55.2%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas4 (0.2%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity955 (42.6%)200 (44.8%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels60 (2.7%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,239 (100.0%)446 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Winkler County

Household Vehicle Usage in Winkler County
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle103 (4.6%)47 (10.5%)
1 Vehicle410 (18.3%)83 (18.6%)
2 Vehicles996 (44.5%)178 (39.9%)
3 or more Vehicles730 (32.6%)138 (30.9%)
Total2,239 (100.0%)446 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Winkler County

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Winkler County

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units1,735504
Median Property Value$101,500$182,700
Median Household Income$88,818$108
Monthly Housing Costs$450$0
Real Estate Taxes$1,014$22

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Winkler County

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Winkler County
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,000268 (15.4%)13 (2.6%)
$50,000 to $99,999583 (33.6%)141 (28.0%)
$100,000 to $299,999826 (47.6%)230 (45.6%)
$300,000 to $499,9996 (0.4%)56 (11.1%)
$500,000 to $749,99952 (3.0%)16 (3.2%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)48 (9.5%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,735 (100.0%)504 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Winkler County

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Winkler County
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00014 (0.8%)9 (1.8%)
$10,000 to $24,999224 (12.9%)9 (1.8%)
$25,000 to $34,999106 (6.1%)35 (6.9%)
$35,000 to $49,999214 (12.3%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,999178 (10.3%)8 (1.6%)
$75,000 to $99,999269 (15.5%)38 (7.5%)
$100,000 to $149,999527 (30.4%)27 (5.4%)
$150,000 or more203 (11.7%)279 (55.4%)
Total1,735 (100.0%)504 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Winkler County

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Winkler County
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x1,125 (64.8%)129,096 (25,614.3%)
2.0x to 2.9x375 (21.6%)334 (66.3%)
3.0x to 3.9x57 (3.3%)28 (5.6%)
4.0x or more174 (10.0%)27 (5.4%)
Total1,735 (100.0%)504 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Winkler County

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Winkler County
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800679 (39.1%)3 (0.6%)
$800 to $1,499585 (33.7%)68 (13.5%)
$800 to $1,499403 (23.2%)124 (24.6%)
Total1,735 (100.0%)504 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Winkler County

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Winkler County

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Winkler County
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years590 (81.5%)134 (18.5%)
6 to 18 Years1,296 (76.5%)398 (23.5%)
19 to 25 Years360 (69.2%)160 (30.8%)
26 to 34 Years519 (73.6%)186 (26.4%)
35 to 44 Years782 (67.9%)370 (32.1%)
45 to 54 Years714 (89.4%)85 (10.6%)
55 to 64 Years802 (91.9%)71 (8.1%)
65 to 74 Years794 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older235 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total6,092 (81.3%)1,404 (18.7%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Winkler County

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Winkler County
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born590 (81.5%)134 (18.5%)
Foreign Born, Citizen1,296 (76.5%)398 (23.5%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen360 (69.2%)160 (30.8%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Winkler County

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Winkler County
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000538 (85.4%)92 (14.6%)
$25,000 to $49,999661 (69.0%)297 (31.0%)
$50,000 to $74,999780 (88.0%)106 (12.0%)
$75,000 to $99,999877 (99.6%)4 (0.4%)
$100,000 and over3,230 (78.1%)905 (21.9%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Winkler County

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Winkler County
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 684 (11.6%)506 (69.9%)
6 to 18 Years408 (24.1%)1,039 (61.3%)
19 to 25 Years3 (0.6%)357 (68.6%)
25 to 34 Years18 (2.5%)505 (71.6%)
35 to 44 Years53 (4.6%)758 (65.8%)
45 to 54 Years97 (12.1%)662 (82.9%)
55 to 64 Years158 (18.1%)740 (84.8%)
65 to 74 Years692 (87.2%)439 (55.3%)
75 Years and over235 (100.0%)69 (29.4%)
Total1,748 (23.3%)5,075 (67.7%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Winkler County

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Winkler County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years2 (0.2%)13 (1.7%)
18 to 34 Years15 (1.9%)15 (2.2%)
35 to 64 Years162 (11.3%)148 (10.7%)
65 to 74 Years124 (32.7%)83 (20.0%)
75 Years and over30 (34.9%)89 (59.7%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Winkler County

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Winkler 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 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years53 (3.7%)45 (3.3%)
65 to 74 Years100 (26.4%)25 (6.0%)
75 Years and over30 (34.9%)58 (38.9%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Winkler County: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)15 (2.2%)
35 to 64 Years2 (0.1%)31 (2.2%)
65 to 74 Years22 (5.8%)10 (2.4%)
75 Years and over21 (24.4%)18 (12.1%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Winkler County: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years2 (0.2%)13 (1.7%)
18 to 34 Years14 (1.8%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years32 (2.2%)35 (2.5%)
65 to 74 Years30 (7.9%)7 (1.7%)
75 Years and over21 (24.4%)24 (16.1%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Winkler County: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years1 (0.1%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years97 (6.7%)107 (7.7%)
65 to 74 Years88 (23.2%)77 (18.5%)
75 Years and over26 (30.2%)87 (58.4%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Winkler County: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years11 (1.4%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years15 (1.0%)7 (0.5%)
65 to 74 Years41 (10.8%)28 (6.8%)
75 Years and over21 (24.4%)56 (37.6%)

Technology Access in Winkler County

Computing Device Access in Winkler County

Computing Device Access in Winkler County
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop1,80567.2%
Smartphone2,39689.2%
Tablet1,54957.7%
No Computing Device2318.6%
Total2,685100.0%

Internet Access in Winkler County

Internet Access in Winkler County
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet20.1%
Broadband Home1,83268.2%
Cellular Data Only1957.3%
Satellite Internet44716.7%
No Internet41915.6%
Total2,685100.0%

Winkler County Summary

Winkler County is located in the western part of the state of Texas, in the Permian Basin region. It is bordered by Loving County to the north, Ward County to the east, Reeves County to the south, and Culberson County to the west. The county seat is Kermit, and the largest city is Wink. The county was named for Clinton M. Winkler, a Confederate colonel and Texas state legislator.

Geography

Winkler County covers an area of 902 square miles, making it the second-smallest county in Texas. The terrain is mostly flat, with some rolling hills in the northern part of the county. The Pecos River forms the county's eastern boundary. The county is part of the Permian Basin, an oil-producing region that stretches across West Texas and southeastern New Mexico.
The climate is semi-arid, with hot summers and mild winters. The average annual precipitation is about 15 inches.

Economy

The economy of Winkler County is largely based on oil and gas production. The county is home to several oil and gas fields, including the Winkler County Oil Field, which is one of the largest in the state. The county also has a large agricultural sector, with cotton, sorghum, and wheat being the main crops.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Winkler County was 7,110. The racial makeup of the county was 79.3% White, 0.7% African American, 0.7% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 16.7% from other races, and 2.3% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 44.2% of the population.
The median household income was $37,945, and the median family income was $45,938. The per capita income was $17,945. About 17.2% of the population was below the poverty line.

Education

Winkler County is served by the Winkler County Independent School District. The district has three elementary schools, one middle school, and one high school. The county is also home to the University of Texas of the Permian Basin, a public university located in Odessa.

Conclusion

Winkler County is a small county in the western part of Texas, in the Permian Basin region. The economy is largely based on oil and gas production, and the county also has a large agricultural sector. The population is mostly White, with a significant Hispanic or Latino population. The county is served by the Winkler County Independent School District, as well as the University of Texas of the Permian Basin.

Common Questions

What is Per Capita Income in Winkler County?
Per Capita income in Winkler County is $32,325.
What is the Median Family Income in Winkler County?
Median Family Income in Winkler County is $88,581.
What is the Median Household income in Winkler County?
Median Household Income in Winkler County is $89,155.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Winkler County?
Income or Wage Gap in Winkler County is 31.2%.
Women in Winkler County earn 68.8 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Winkler County?
Family Income Deficit in Winkler County is $11,669.
Families that are below poverty line in Winkler County earn $11,669 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Winkler County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Winkler County is 0.34.
What is the Total Population of Winkler County?
Total Population of Winkler County is 7,582.
What is the Total Male Population of Winkler County?
Total Male Population of Winkler County is 3,925.
What is the Total Female Population of Winkler County?
Total Female Population of Winkler County is 3,657.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Winkler County?
There are 107.33 Males per 100 Females in Winkler County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Winkler County?
There are 93.17 Females per 100 Males in Winkler County.
What is the Median Population Age in Winkler County?
Median Population Age in Winkler County is 36.2 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Winkler County
Average Family Size in Winkler County is 3.2 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Winkler County
Average Household Size in Winkler County is 2.8 People.
How Large is the Labor Force in Winkler County?
There are 3,460 People in the Labor Forcein in Winkler County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Winkler County?
60.9% of People are in the Labor Force in Winkler County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Winkler County?
Unemployment Rate in Winkler County is 2.3%.