Refugio, TX
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2,728
TOTAL POPULATION
1,284
MALE POPULATION
1,444
FEMALE POPULATION
88.92
MALES / 100 FEMALES
112.46
FEMALES / 100 MALES
34.3
MEDIAN AGE
4.2
AVG FAMILY SIZE
3.3
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$24,603
PER CAPITA INCOME
$54,338
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$46,458
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
4.8%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
95.2¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.56
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
1,038
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
52.6%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
2.0%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
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Refugio Area Codes
Race in Refugio
The most populous races in Refugio are White / Caucasian (1,628 | 59.7%), Hispanic or Latino (1,563 | 57.3%), and Two or more Races (632 | 23.2%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 15 | 0.5% |
| Black / African American | 357 | 13.1% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 1,563 | 57.3% |
| Native / Alaskan | 15 | 0.5% |
| White / Caucasian | 1,628 | 59.7% |
| Two or more Races | 632 | 23.2% |
| Some other Race | 81 | 3.0% |
| Total | 2,728 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Refugio
The most populous ancestries reported in Refugio are Mexican (1,496 | 54.8%), German (171 | 6.3%), Irish (155 | 5.7%), Italian (79 | 2.9%), and English (72 | 2.6%), together accounting for 72.3% of all Refugio residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| American | 56 | 2.1% |
| Arab | 8 | 0.3% |
| British | 4 | 0.2% |
| Czech | 27 | 1.0% |
| English | 72 | 2.6% |
| French | 47 | 1.7% |
| German | 171 | 6.3% |
| Hungarian | 5 | 0.2% |
| Iranian | 11 | 0.4% |
| Irish | 155 | 5.7% |
| Italian | 79 | 2.9% |
| Korean | 4 | 0.2% |
| Mexican | 1,496 | 54.8% |
| Polish | 14 | 0.5% |
| Russian | 8 | 0.3% |
| Scottish | 5 | 0.2% |
| Thai | 15 | 0.5% |
| Welsh | 4 | 0.2% | View All 18 Rows |
Immigrants in Refugio
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Refugio came from Central America (56 | 2.1%), Latin America (56 | 2.1%), Mexico (56 | 2.1%), Asia (15 | 0.5%), and India (15 | 0.5%), together accounting for 7.3% of all Refugio residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Asia | 15 | 0.5% |
| Central America | 56 | 2.1% |
| India | 15 | 0.5% |
| Latin America | 56 | 2.1% |
| Mexico | 56 | 2.1% |
| South Central Asia | 15 | 0.5% | View All 6 Rows |
Sex and Age in Refugio
Sex and Age in Refugio
The most populous age groups in Refugio are 10 to 14 Years (144 | 11.2%) for men and 10 to 14 Years (194 | 13.4%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 126 (9.8%) | 76 (5.3%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 65 (5.1%) | 112 (7.8%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 144 (11.2%) | 194 (13.4%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 101 (7.9%) | 103 (7.1%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 82 (6.4%) | 40 (2.8%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 35 (2.7%) | 124 (8.6%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 73 (5.7%) | 129 (8.9%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 4 (0.3%) | 64 (4.4%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 124 (9.7%) | 60 (4.2%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 85 (6.6%) | 65 (4.5%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 80 (6.2%) | 71 (4.9%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 91 (7.1%) | 80 (5.5%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 18 (1.4%) | 61 (4.2%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 123 (9.6%) | 51 (3.5%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 54 (4.2%) | 94 (6.5%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 31 (2.4%) | 23 (1.6%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 31 (2.4%) | 34 (2.4%) |
| 85 Years and over | 17 (1.3%) | 63 (4.4%) |
| Total | 1,284 (100.0%) | 1,444 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Refugio
Median Family Size in Refugio
The median family size in Refugio is 4.16 persons per family, with single female/mother families (235 | 42.6%) accounting for the largest median family size of 4.34 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (49 | 8.9%) represent the smallest median family size with 3.98 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 267 (48.5%) | 4.03 |
| Single Male/Father | 49 (8.9%) | 3.98 |
| Single Female/Mother | 235 (42.6%) | 4.34 |
| Total Families | 551 (100.0%) | 4.16 |
Median Household Size in Refugio
The median household size in Refugio is 3.31 persons per household, with single female/mother households (235 | 29.6%) accounting for the largest median household size of 4.48 persons per household. non-family households (243 | 30.6%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.26 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 267 (33.6%) | 4.03 |
| Single Male/Father | 49 (6.2%) | 3.98 |
| Single Female/Mother | 235 (29.6%) | 4.48 |
| Non-family | 243 (30.6%) | 1.26 |
| Total Households | 794 (100.0%) | 3.31 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Refugio
Out of a total of 794 households in Refugio, 551 (69.4%) are family households, while 243 (30.6%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 185, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 212.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 212 (26.7%) |
| 2-Person Households | 185 (23.3%) | 20 (2.5%) |
| 3-Person Households | 183 (23.1%) | 11 (1.4%) |
| 4-Person Households | 69 (8.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5-Person Households | 53 (6.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 50 (6.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 11 (1.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 551 (69.4%) | 243 (30.6%) |
Female Fertility in Refugio
Fertility by Age in Refugio
Average fertility rate in Refugio is 108.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 232.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 100.0% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 68 (100.0%) | 232.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Total | 68 (100.0%) | 108.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Refugio
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 0 (0.0%) | 68 (100.0%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 0 (0.0%) | 68 (100.0%) |
Fertility by Education in Refugio
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| High School Diploma | 18 (26.5%) | 60.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 50 (73.5%) | 291.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Total | 68 (100.0%) | 108.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Refugio
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 0 (0.0%) | 18 (100.0%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 50 (100.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 0 (0.0%) | 68 (100.0%) |
Income in Refugio
Income Overview in Refugio
Per Capita Income in Refugio is $24,603, while median incomes of families and households are $54,338 and $46,458 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 2,728 | $24,603 |
| Median Family Income | 551 | $54,338 |
| Mean Family Income | 551 | $56,884 |
| Median Household Income | 794 | $46,458 |
| Mean Household Income | 794 | $68,932 |
| Income Deficit | 551 | $0 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 2,728 | 4.84% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 2,728 | 95.16¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 2,728 | 0.56 |
Earnings by Sex in Refugio
Average Earnings in Refugio are $24,022, $24,539 for men and $23,352 for women, a difference of 4.8%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 555 (51.6%) | $24,539 |
| Female | 520 (48.4%) | $23,352 |
| Total | 1,075 (100.0%) | $24,022 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Refugio
The most common earnings brackets in Refugio are $55,000 to $64,999 for men (84 | 15.1%) and $25,000 to $29,999 for women (62 | 11.9%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 37 (6.7%) | 14 (2.7%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 7 (1.3%) | 12 (2.3%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 8 (1.4%) | 15 (2.9%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 11 (2.0%) | 3 (0.6%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 55 (9.9%) | 55 (10.6%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 23 (4.1%) | 50 (9.6%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 33 (5.9%) | 36 (6.9%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 44 (7.9%) | 51 (9.8%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 13 (2.3%) | 9 (1.7%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 57 (10.3%) | 44 (8.5%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 14 (2.5%) | 62 (11.9%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 17 (3.1%) | 43 (8.3%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 7 (1.3%) | 2 (0.4%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 29 (5.2%) | 21 (4.0%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 18 (3.2%) | 5 (1.0%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 16 (2.9%) | 11 (2.1%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 84 (15.1%) | 46 (8.8%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 65 (11.7%) | 17 (3.3%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 13 (2.3%) | 5 (1.0%) |
| $100,000+ | 4 (0.7%) | 19 (3.6%) |
| Total | 555 (100.0%) | 520 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Refugio
Average earnings in Refugio are $34,688 for men and $24,347 for women, a difference of 29.8%. Men with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $42,417, while those with college or associate's degree education earn the least with $42,417. Women with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $56,500, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $18,902.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | - | - |
| High School Diploma | - | - |
| College or Associate's Degree | $42,417 | $28,675 |
| Bachelor's Degree | - | - |
| Graduate Degree | - | - |
| Total | $34,688 | $24,347 |
Family Income in Refugio
Family Income Brackets in Refugio
According to the Refugio family income data, there are 125 families falling into the $15,000 to $24,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 22.7% of all families. Conversely, the $200,000+ income bracket is the least frequent group with only 3 families (0.5%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 40 | 7.3% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 49 | 8.9% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 125 | 22.7% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 24 | 4.4% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 25 | 4.5% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 110 | 20.0% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 68 | 12.3% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 94 | 17.1% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 13 | 2.4% |
| $200,000+ | 3 | 0.5% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Refugio
4-person families (46 | 8.4%) account for the highest median family income in Refugio with $111,250 per family, while 2-person families (185 | 33.6%) have the highest median income of $32,716 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 185 (33.6%) | $65,433 |
| 3-Person Families | 206 (37.4%) | $0 |
| 4-Person Families | 46 (8.4%) | $111,250 |
| 5-Person Families | 66 (12.0%) | $0 |
| 6-Person Families | 37 (6.7%) | $0 |
| 7+ Person Families | 11 (2.0%) | $0 |
| Total | 551 (100.0%) | $54,338 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Refugio
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 107 (19.4%) | $23,029 |
| 1 Earner | 218 (39.6%) | $0 |
| 2 Earners | 154 (28.0%) | $64,615 |
| 3+ Earners | 72 (13.1%) | $109,274 |
| Total | 551 (100.0%) | $54,338 |
Household Income in Refugio
Household Income Brackets in Refugio
With 169 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Refugio, accounting for 21.3% of all households. In contrast, only 13 households (1.6%) fall into the $150,000 to $199,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 40 | 5.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 121 | 15.2% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 157 | 19.8% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 36 | 4.5% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 55 | 6.9% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 169 | 21.3% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 81 | 10.2% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 97 | 12.2% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 13 | 1.6% |
| $200,000+ | 25 | 3.1% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Refugio
The median household income in Refugio is $46,458, with the highest median household income of $60,673 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 257 households (32.4%) 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 18 households (2.3%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 18 (2.3%) | $0 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 247 (31.1%) | $0 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 257 (32.4%) | $60,673 |
| 65+ Years | 272 (34.3%) | $47,857 |
| Total | 794 (100.0%) | $46,458 |
Poverty in Refugio
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Refugio
With 19.7% poverty level for males and 40.1% for females among the residents of Refugio, 18 to 24 year old males and 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 61 males (51.7%) and 28 females (100.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 56 (44.4%) | 58 (76.3%) |
| 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 28 (100.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 45 (38.1%) | 69 (35.7%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 61 (71.8%) |
| 15 Years | 4 (15.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 54 (83.1%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 61 (51.7%) | 44 (75.9%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 6 (6.1%) | 109 (43.1%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 8 (6.5%) | 45 (36.3%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 28 (21.5%) | 13 (9.6%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 10 (9.2%) | 38 (27.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 19 (11.7%) | 37 (27.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 11 (10.1%) |
| Total | 237 (19.7%) | 567 (40.1%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Refugio
According to the poverty statistics in Refugio, males aged 5 years and females aged 15 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 70 (55.6%) | 18 (23.7%) |
| 5 Years | 9 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 73 (61.9%) | 124 (64.2%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 73 (100.0%) | 24 (28.2%) |
| 15 Years | 22 (84.6%) | 12 (100.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 34 (100.0%) | 11 (16.9%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 57 (48.3%) | 14 (24.1%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 93 (93.9%) | 144 (56.9%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 115 (93.5%) | 79 (63.7%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 102 (78.5%) | 123 (90.4%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 99 (90.8%) | 103 (73.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 143 (88.3%) | 97 (72.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 79 (100.0%) | 98 (89.9%) |
| Total | 969 (80.3%) | 847 (59.9%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Refugio
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Refugio show that 9.0% or 24 of the total 267 families live below the poverty line. Families with no children have the highest poverty rate of 13.2%, comprising of 24 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 158 (86.8%) | 24 (13.2%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 74 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 11 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 243 (91.0%) | 24 (9.0%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Refugio
According to the poverty data in Refugio, 8.2% or 4 single-father households and 69.8% or 164 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 4 households (66.7%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 99 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 24 (29.3%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 99 (100.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 4 (66.7%) | 10 (43.5%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 31 (100.0%) |
| Total | 4 (8.2%) | 164 (69.8%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Refugio
The poverty data for Refugio shows that 24 of the married-couple family households (9.0%) and 168 of the single-parent households (59.2%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 24 households (13.2%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 31 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 24 (13.2%) | 24 (25.5%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 99 (76.1%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 14 (48.3%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 31 (100.0%) |
| Total | 24 (9.0%) | 168 (59.2%) |
Employment Characteristics in Refugio
Employment by Class of Employer in Refugio
Among the 964 employed individuals in Refugio, private company employees (653 | 67.7%), local government employees (199 | 20.6%), and not-for-profit organizations (57 | 5.9%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 653 | 67.7% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 0 | 0.0% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 24 | 2.5% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 57 | 5.9% |
| Local Government Employees | 199 | 20.6% |
| State Government Employees | 24 | 2.5% |
| Federal Government Employees | 7 | 0.7% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 964 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Refugio
According to the labor force statistics for Refugio, out of the total population over 16 years of age (1,973), 52.6% or 1,038 individuals are in the labor force, with 2.0% or 21 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 35 to 44 years, with 88.1% or 222 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 30 to 34 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 5.7% or 10 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 56 (33.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 51 (41.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 93 (58.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 174 (86.1%) | 10 (5.7%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 222 (88.1%) | 2 (0.9%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 215 (71.4%) | 7 (3.3%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 113 (66.1%) | 2 (1.8%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 32 (40.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 51 (15.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 30 (15.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,038 (52.6%) | 21 (2.0%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Refugio
According to labor force statistics for Refugio, 72.9% of individuals (849) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (1,164) are in the labor force, with 2.5% or 21 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 89.9% or 89 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 15.6% or 10 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 64 (51.6%) | 19 (15.6%) |
| High School Diploma | 419 (73.0%) | 3 (0.5%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 277 (75.5%) | 12 (3.2%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 89 (89.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 849 (72.9%) | 29 (2.5%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Refugio
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Refugio are Community & Social Service (69 | 6.8%), Education Instruction & Library (46 | 4.5%), Management (16 | 1.6%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (11 | 1.1%), and Arts, Media & Entertainment (10 | 1.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Refugio, the most male-oriented occupations are Education, Arts & Media (100.0%), Arts, Media & Entertainment (70.0%), and Management (68.8%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Business & Financial (100.0%), Computers, Engineering & Science (100.0%), and Computers & Mathematics (100.0%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 11 (68.8%) | 5 (31.2%) |
| Business & Financial | 0 (0.0%) | 7 (100.0%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 0 (0.0%) | 5 (100.0%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 0 (0.0%) | 5 (100.0%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Community & Social Service | 24 (34.8%) | 45 (65.2%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 4 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 1 (11.1%) | 8 (88.9%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 12 (26.1%) | 34 (73.9%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 7 (70.0%) | 3 (30.0%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 0 (0.0%) | 11 (100.0%) |
| Health Technologists | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 35 (32.4%) | 73 (67.6%) |
| Total (Overall) | 520 (51.2%) | 496 (48.8%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Refugio are Food Preparation & Serving (136 | 13.4%), Healthcare Support (119 | 11.7%), Cleaning & Maintenance (68 | 6.7%), Security & Protection (55 | 5.4%), and Law Enforcement (55 | 5.4%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Refugio, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Law Enforcement (100.0%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (83.8%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Personal Care & Service (100.0%), and Food Preparation & Serving (50.0%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 0 (0.0%) | 119 (100.0%) |
| Security & Protection | 55 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Law Enforcement | 55 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 68 (50.0%) | 68 (50.0%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 57 (83.8%) | 11 (16.2%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 0 (0.0%) | 36 (100.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 180 (43.5%) | 234 (56.5%) |
| Total (Overall) | 520 (51.2%) | 496 (48.8%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Refugio are Office & Administration (165 | 16.2%), and Sales & Related (89 | 8.8%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 67 (75.3%) | 22 (24.7%) |
| Office & Administration | 7 (4.2%) | 158 (95.8%) |
| Total (Category) | 74 (29.1%) | 180 (70.9%) |
| Total (Overall) | 520 (51.2%) | 496 (48.8%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Refugio are Construction & Extraction (52 | 5.1%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (37 | 3.6%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (13 | 1.3%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 13 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 52 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 37 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 102 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 520 (51.2%) | 496 (48.8%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Refugio are Production (76 | 7.5%), and Transportation (62 | 6.1%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 71 (93.4%) | 5 (6.6%) |
| Transportation | 58 (93.5%) | 4 (6.5%) |
| Material Moving | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 129 (93.5%) | 9 (6.5%) |
| Total (Overall) | 520 (51.2%) | 496 (48.8%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Refugio
Employment Industries in Refugio
The major employment industries in Refugio include Health Care & Social Assistance (172 | 16.9%), Retail Trade (147 | 14.5%), Accommodation & Food Services (141 | 13.9%), Educational Services (108 | 10.6%), and Transportation & Warehousing (90 | 8.9%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Refugio
The Refugio industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), and Construction (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Information (100.0%), Professional & Scientific (100.0%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (100.0%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 13 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 66 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 53 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Manufacturing | 18 (78.3%) | 5 (21.7%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Retail Trade | 91 (61.9%) | 56 (38.1%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 90 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Utilities | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Information | 0 (0.0%) | 5 (100.0%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 6 (9.8%) | 55 (90.2%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 18 (52.9%) | 16 (47.1%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 0 (0.0%) | 15 (100.0%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Educational Services | 32 (29.6%) | 76 (70.4%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 0 (0.0%) | 172 (100.0%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 73 (51.8%) | 68 (48.2%) |
| Public Administration | 56 (91.8%) | 5 (8.2%) |
| Total | 520 (51.2%) | 496 (48.8%) |
Education in Refugio
School Enrollment in Refugio
The most common levels of schooling among the 800 students in Refugio are high school (293 | 36.6%), middle school (182 | 22.8%), and elementary school (138 | 17.2%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 64 | 8.0% |
| Kindergarten | 80 | 10.0% |
| Elementary School | 138 | 17.2% |
| Middle School | 182 | 22.8% |
| High School | 293 | 36.6% |
| College / Undergraduate | 43 | 5.4% |
| Graduate / Professional | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 800 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Refugio
Out of a total of 800 students who are enrolled in schools in Refugio, 33 (4.1%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 767 (95.9%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 25 to 34 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 1 (100.0% 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 64 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 64 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 177 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 338 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 137 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 26 (44.8%) | 32 (55.2%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 16 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 0 (0.0%) | 1 (100.0%) |
| 35 Years and over | 9 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 767 (95.9%) | 33 (4.1%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Refugio
Education (55 | 41.0%), business (31 | 23.1%), science & technology (16 | 11.9%), psychology (14 | 10.4%), and literature & languages (8 | 6.0%) are the most common fields of study among 134 individuals in Refugio who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 0 | 0.0% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 0 | 0.0% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 4 | 3.0% |
| Psychology | 14 | 10.4% |
| Social Sciences | 0 | 0.0% |
| Engineering | 0 | 0.0% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 0 | 0.0% |
| Science & Technology | 16 | 11.9% |
| Business | 31 | 23.1% |
| Education | 55 | 41.0% |
| Literature & Languages | 8 | 6.0% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 0 | 0.0% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 0 | 0.0% |
| Communications | 0 | 0.0% |
| Arts & Humanities | 6 | 4.5% |
| Total | 134 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Refugio
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Refugio
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Refugio are males with 2 vehicles (274, accounting for 57.2%) and females with 2 vehicles (137, making up 56.6%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 0 (0.0%) | 47 (9.7%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 64 (13.4%) | 128 (26.5%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 274 (57.2%) | 137 (28.3%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 65 (13.6%) | 105 (21.7%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 76 (15.9%) | 67 (13.8%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 479 (100.0%) | 484 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Refugio
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Refugio are 5 to 9 minutes (257 commuters, 27.4%), less than 5 minutes (159 commuters, 17.0%), and 10 to 14 minutes (149 commuters, 15.9%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 159 | 17.0% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 257 | 27.4% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 149 | 15.9% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 92 | 9.8% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 3 | 0.3% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 0 | 0.0% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 22 | 2.4% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 13 | 1.4% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 81 | 8.6% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 78 | 8.3% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 68 | 7.2% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 16 | 1.7% |
Commute Time by Sex in Refugio
The most common commute times in Refugio are 5 to 9 minutes (190 commuters, 40.7%) for males and 10 to 14 minutes (117 commuters, 24.8%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 43 (9.2%) | 116 (24.6%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 190 (40.7%) | 67 (14.2%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 32 (6.9%) | 117 (24.8%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 80 (17.1%) | 12 (2.5%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 0 (0.0%) | 3 (0.6%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 22 (4.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 0 (0.0%) | 13 (2.8%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 0 (0.0%) | 81 (17.2%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 52 (11.1%) | 26 (5.5%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 38 (8.1%) | 30 (6.4%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 10 (2.1%) | 6 (1.3%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Refugio
The most frequent times of departure to work in Refugio are 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM (130, 27.8%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (185, 39.3%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 31 (6.6%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 38 (8.1%) | 22 (4.7%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 24 (5.1%) | 28 (5.9%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 15 (3.2%) | 9 (1.9%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 130 (27.8%) | 35 (7.4%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 32 (6.9%) | 77 (16.4%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 1 (0.2%) | 185 (39.3%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 19 (4.1%) | 37 (7.9%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 19 (4.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 23 (4.9%) | 12 (2.5%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 31 (6.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 36 (7.7%) | 3 (0.6%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 99 (21.2%) | 32 (6.8%) |
| Total | 467 (100.0%) | 471 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Refugio
Occupancy by Ownership in Refugio
Of the total 794 dwellings in Refugio, owner-occupied units account for 434 (54.7%), while renter-occupied units make up 360 (45.3%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 434 | 54.7% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 360 | 45.3% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 794 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Refugio
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 212 | 26.7% |
| 2-Person Household | 205 | 25.8% |
| 3-Person Household | 194 | 24.4% |
| 4+ Person Household | 183 | 23.1% |
| Total Housing Units | 794 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Refugio
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 69 (32.6%) | 143 (67.4%) |
| 2-Person Household | 140 (68.3%) | 65 (31.7%) |
| 3-Person Household | 94 (48.4%) | 100 (51.5%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 131 (71.6%) | 52 (28.4%) |
| Total Housing Units | 434 (54.7%) | 360 (45.3%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Refugio
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 73 (65.8%) | 38 (34.2%) |
| High School Diploma | 174 (45.2%) | 211 (54.8%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 133 (55.2%) | 108 (44.8%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 54 (94.7%) | 3 (5.3%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Refugio
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 126 | 15.9% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 139 | 17.5% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 134 | 16.9% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 123 | 15.5% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 177 | 22.3% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 51 | 6.4% |
| 85 Years and Over | 44 | 5.5% |
| Total | 794 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Refugio
Median Income by Occupancy in Refugio
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 434 (54.7%) | $67,212 |
| Renter-Occupied | 360 (45.3%) | $18,204 |
| Average | 794 (100.0%) | $46,458 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Refugio
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 34 (7.8%) | 6 (1.7%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 2 (0.5%) | 119 (33.1%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 6 (1.4%) | 106 (29.4%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 8 (1.8%) | 37 (10.3%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 12 (2.8%) | 24 (6.7%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 40 (9.2%) | 15 (4.2%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 130 (29.9%) | 39 (10.8%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 81 (18.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 94 (21.7%) | 3 (0.8%) |
| $150,000 or more | 27 (6.2%) | 11 (3.1%) |
| Total | 434 (100.0%) | 360 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Refugio
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 63 (14.5%) | 61 (16.9%) |
| $300 to $499 | 123 (28.3%) | 36 (10.0%) |
| $500 to $799 | 67 (15.4%) | 75 (20.8%) |
| $800 to $999 | 36 (8.3%) | 32 (8.9%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 84 (19.4%) | 64 (17.8%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 30 (6.9%) | 8 (2.2%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 23 (5.3%) | 2 (0.6%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 7 (1.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 1 (0.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 434 (100.0%) | 360 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Refugio
Housing Structures in Refugio
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 534 | 67.2% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 7 | 0.9% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 28 | 3.5% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 14 | 1.8% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 86 | 10.8% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 6 | 0.8% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 119 | 15.0% |
| Total | 794 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Refugio
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 387 (72.5%) | 147 (27.5%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 5 (71.4%) | 2 (28.6%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 28 (100.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 14 (100.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 86 (100.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 6 (100.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 42 (35.3%) | 77 (64.7%) |
| Total | 434 (54.7%) | 360 (45.3%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Refugio
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 30 (6.9%) | 75 (20.8%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 136 (31.3%) | 204 (56.7%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 175 (40.3%) | 81 (22.5%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 93 (21.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 434 (100.0%) | 360 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Refugio
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 156 (35.9%) | 57 (15.8%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 0 (0.0%) | 9 (2.5%) |
| Electricity | 276 (63.6%) | 294 (81.7%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| No Fuel Used | 2 (0.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 434 (100.0%) | 360 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Refugio
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 23 (5.3%) | 126 (35.0%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 111 (25.6%) | 182 (50.6%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 200 (46.1%) | 24 (6.7%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 100 (23.0%) | 28 (7.8%) |
| Total | 434 (100.0%) | 360 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Refugio
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Refugio
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 268 | 166 |
| Median Property Value | $73,200 | $89,600 |
| Median Household Income | $61,111 | $1 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $435 | $1 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $804 | $5 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Refugio
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 89 (33.2%) | 4 (2.4%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 132 (49.2%) | 93 (56.0%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 39 (14.5%) | 61 (36.7%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 8 (3.0%) | 8 (4.8%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 268 (100.0%) | 166 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Refugio
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 34 (12.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 14 (5.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 12 (4.5%) | 2 (1.2%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 22 (8.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 70 (26.1%) | 18 (10.8%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 44 (16.4%) | 60 (36.1%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 46 (17.2%) | 37 (22.3%) |
| $150,000 or more | 26 (9.7%) | 48 (28.9%) |
| Total | 268 (100.0%) | 166 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Refugio
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 200 (74.6%) | 76,875 (46,310.2%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 24 (9.0%) | 103 (62.1%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 10 (3.7%) | 19 (11.5%) |
| 4.0x or more | 21 (7.8%) | 35 (21.1%) |
| Total | 268 (100.0%) | 166 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Refugio
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 123 (45.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 50 (18.7%) | 16 (9.6%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 74 (27.6%) | 51 (30.7%) |
| Total | 268 (100.0%) | 166 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Refugio
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Refugio
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 203 (84.9%) | 36 (15.1%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 610 (93.9%) | 40 (6.1%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 80 (56.7%) | 61 (43.3%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 242 (68.8%) | 110 (31.2%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 220 (89.1%) | 27 (10.9%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 236 (88.7%) | 30 (11.3%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 196 (78.4%) | 54 (21.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 296 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and older | 188 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,271 (86.4%) | 358 (13.6%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Refugio
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 203 (84.9%) | 36 (15.1%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 610 (93.9%) | 40 (6.1%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 80 (56.7%) | 61 (43.3%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Refugio
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 728 (83.3%) | 146 (16.7%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 155 (74.9%) | 52 (25.1%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 454 (82.4%) | 97 (17.6%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 345 (90.1%) | 38 (9.9%) |
| $100,000 and over | 588 (95.9%) | 25 (4.1%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Refugio
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 191 (79.9%) | 12 (5.0%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 307 (47.2%) | 312 (48.0%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 80 (56.7%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 98 (27.8%) | 144 (40.9%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 70 (28.3%) | 161 (65.2%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 51 (19.2%) | 197 (74.1%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 51 (20.4%) | 152 (60.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 291 (98.3%) | 122 (41.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 167 (88.8%) | 118 (62.8%) |
| Total | 1,226 (46.6%) | 1,298 (49.4%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Refugio
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 57 (21.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 19 (8.8%) | 18 (5.8%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 103 (28.4%) | 102 (25.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 84 (51.8%) | 59 (44.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 47 (59.5%) | 89 (81.7%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Refugio
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 4 (1.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 18 (5.8%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 7 (1.9%) | 15 (3.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 13 (8.0%) | 39 (29.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 46 (58.2%) | 33 (30.3%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 11 (4.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 16 (4.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 13 (16.5%) | 2 (1.8%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 37 (13.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 11 (5.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 20 (5.5%) | 36 (9.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 11 (10.1%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 5 (1.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 89 (24.6%) | 76 (19.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 71 (43.8%) | 59 (44.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 17 (21.5%) | 72 (66.1%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 11 (5.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 36 (9.9%) | 14 (3.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 8 (4.9%) | 5 (3.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 20 (18.3%) |
Technology Access in Refugio
Computing Device Access in Refugio
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 416 | 52.4% |
| Smartphone | 678 | 85.4% |
| Tablet | 414 | 52.1% |
| No Computing Device | 94 | 11.8% |
| Total | 794 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Refugio
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 0 | 0.0% |
| Broadband Home | 505 | 63.6% |
| Cellular Data Only | 108 | 13.6% |
| Satellite Internet | 47 | 5.9% |
| No Internet | 181 | 22.8% |
| Total | 794 | 100.0% |
Refugio Summary
Refugio, Texas is a small town located in Refugio County, Texas, United States. It is situated on the Gulf Coast, approximately 50 miles northeast of Corpus Christi. The population of Refugio was 2,895 at the 2010 census.
History
The area that is now Refugio was originally inhabited by the Karankawa Indians. The first European settlers arrived in the area in the early 1800s. The town was founded in 1834 by a group of settlers from Refugio, Mexico. The town was named after the Mexican town, which was named after the Spanish word for refuge.
The town was an important port for the Texas Revolution. In 1836, the Texas Navy used the port to launch a successful attack on the Mexican port of Copano. The town was also the site of the Battle of Refugio in 1836, which was a major victory for the Texans.
In the late 1800s, Refugio became an important center for the cattle industry. The town was also a major shipping port for cotton and other agricultural products.
Geography
Refugio is located at 28°20'N 97°17'W (28.33, -97.28). It is situated on the Gulf Coast, approximately 50 miles northeast of Corpus Christi. The town is located on the banks of the Aransas River.
The climate in Refugio is subtropical, with hot summers and mild winters. The average annual temperature is 72°F (22°C). The average annual precipitation is 33 inches (84 cm).
Economy
The economy of Refugio is largely based on agriculture and tourism. The town is home to several large ranches, which produce beef, cotton, and other agricultural products. The town is also a popular tourist destination, with several beaches, fishing spots, and other attractions.
The town is also home to several small businesses including restaurants shops and other services
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, the population of Refugio was 2,895. The racial makeup of the town was 79.3% White, 0.7% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 17.3% from other races, and 2.4% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 37.2% of the population.
The median income for a household in Refugio was $30,938, and the median income for a family was $35,938. The per capita income for the town was $15,938. About 20.3% of families and 24.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 33.3% of those under age 18 and 16.2% of those age 65 or over.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Refugio?
Total Population of Refugio is 2,728.
What is the Total Male Population of Refugio?
Total Male Population of Refugio is 1,284.
What is the Total Female Population of Refugio?
Total Female Population of Refugio is 1,444.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Refugio?
There are 88.92 Males per 100 Females in Refugio.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Refugio?
There are 112.46 Females per 100 Males in Refugio.
What is the Median Population Age in Refugio?
Median Population Age in Refugio is 34.3 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Refugio
Average Family Size in Refugio is 4.2 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Refugio
Average Household Size in Refugio is 3.3 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Refugio?
Per Capita income in Refugio is $24,603.
What is the Median Family Income in Refugio?
Median Family Income in Refugio is $54,338.
What is the Median Household income in Refugio?
Median Household Income in Refugio is $46,458.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Refugio?
Income or Wage Gap in Refugio is 4.8%.
Women in Refugio earn 95.2 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Refugio?
Inequality or Gini Index in Refugio is 0.56.
How Large is the Labor Force in Refugio?
There are 1,038 People in the Labor Forcein in Refugio.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Refugio?
52.6% of People are in the Labor Force in Refugio.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Refugio?
Unemployment Rate in Refugio is 2.0%.