Rusk, TX

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Rusk Overview

5,344
TOTAL POPULATION
3,734
MALE POPULATION
1,610
FEMALE POPULATION
231.93
MALES / 100 FEMALES
43.12
FEMALES / 100 MALES
39.7
MEDIAN AGE
3.1
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.6
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$16,713
PER CAPITA INCOME
$73,821
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$68,611
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
36.6%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
63.4¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.38
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
1,238
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
26.7%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
9.6%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Rusk Zip Codes

Rusk Area Codes

Race in Rusk

The most populous races in Rusk are White / Caucasian (2,909 | 54.4%), Black / African American (1,650 | 30.9%), and Hispanic or Latino (808 | 15.1%).
Race in Rusk
Race# Population% Population
Asian651.2%
Black / African American1,65030.9%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino80815.1%
Native / Alaskan140.3%
White / Caucasian2,90954.4%
Two or more Races5059.5%
Some other Race2013.8%
Total5,344100.0%

Ancestry in Rusk

The most populous ancestries reported in Rusk are American (957 | 17.9%), Mexican (758 | 14.2%), English (188 | 3.5%), German (165 | 3.1%), and Irish (161 | 3.0%), together accounting for 41.7% of all Rusk residents.
Ancestry in Rusk
Ancestry# Population% Population
African851.6%
American95717.9%
British40.1%
Burmese40.1%
Cajun180.3%
Central American60.1%
Cherokee80.2%
Choctaw60.1%
Colombian170.3%
English1883.5%
French230.4%
German1653.1%
Honduran40.1%
Indian (Asian)270.5%
Irish1613.0%
Italian170.3%
Mexican75814.2%
Pakistani40.1%
Polish110.2%
Puerto Rican230.4%
Salvadoran20.0%
Scotch-Irish110.2%
Scottish250.5%
South American170.3%
Spanish40.1%
Sri Lankan300.6%
Subsaharan African851.6%
Swedish260.5%
Welsh130.2%
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Immigrants in Rusk

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Rusk came from Latin America (218 | 4.1%), Central America (212 | 4.0%), Mexico (170 | 3.2%), Asia (30 | 0.6%), and South Eastern Asia (26 | 0.5%), together accounting for 12.3% of all Rusk residents.
Immigrants in Rusk
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Africa30.1%
Asia300.6%
Caribbean60.1%
Central America2124.0%
Eastern Asia40.1%
El Salvador230.4%
England110.2%
Europe110.2%
Guatemala190.4%
Jamaica60.1%
Korea40.1%
Latin America2184.1%
Mexico1703.2%
Northern Europe110.2%
South Eastern Asia260.5%
Thailand40.1%
Vietnam220.4%
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Sex and Age in Rusk

Sex and Age in Rusk

The most populous age groups in Rusk are 25 to 29 Years (500 | 13.4%) for men and 5 to 9 Years (190 | 11.8%) for women.
Sex and Age in Rusk
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years199 (5.3%)83 (5.2%)
5 to 9 Years90 (2.4%)190 (11.8%)
10 to 14 Years86 (2.3%)37 (2.3%)
15 to 19 Years65 (1.7%)63 (3.9%)
20 to 24 Years172 (4.6%)111 (6.9%)
25 to 29 Years500 (13.4%)79 (4.9%)
30 to 34 Years475 (12.7%)154 (9.6%)
35 to 39 Years260 (7.0%)134 (8.3%)
40 to 44 Years385 (10.3%)105 (6.5%)
45 to 49 Years372 (10.0%)86 (5.3%)
50 to 54 Years277 (7.4%)114 (7.1%)
55 to 59 Years281 (7.5%)67 (4.2%)
60 to 64 Years227 (6.1%)153 (9.5%)
65 to 69 Years200 (5.4%)107 (6.7%)
70 to 74 Years102 (2.7%)30 (1.9%)
75 to 79 Years29 (0.8%)28 (1.7%)
80 to 84 Years0 (0.0%)34 (2.1%)
85 Years and over14 (0.4%)35 (2.2%)
Total3,734 (100.0%)1,610 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Rusk

Median Family Size in Rusk

The median family size in Rusk is 3.11 persons per family, with married-couple families (480 | 68.9%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.37 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (3 | 0.4%) represent the smallest median family size with 1.33 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Rusk
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple480 (68.9%)3.37
Single Male/Father3 (0.4%)1.33
Single Female/Mother214 (30.7%)2.55
Total Families697 (100.0%)3.11

Median Household Size in Rusk

The median household size in Rusk is 2.60 persons per household, with married-couple households (480 | 48.2%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.43 persons per household. non-family households (299 | 30.0%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.11 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Rusk
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple480 (48.2%)3.43
Single Male/Father3 (0.3%)1.33
Single Female/Mother214 (21.5%)2.86
Non-family299 (30.0%)1.11
Total Households996 (100.0%)2.60

Household Size by Marriage Status in Rusk

Out of a total of 996 households in Rusk, 697 (70.0%) are family households, while 299 (30.0%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 221, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 265.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Rusk
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-265 (26.6%)
2-Person Households221 (22.2%)34 (3.4%)
3-Person Households161 (16.2%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households196 (19.7%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households90 (9.0%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households19 (1.9%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households10 (1.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total697 (70.0%)299 (30.0%)

Female Fertility in Rusk

Fertility by Age in Rusk

Average fertility rate in Rusk is 65.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 140.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 100.0% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Rusk
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years48 (100.0%)140.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total48 (100.0%)65.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Rusk

70.8% of women with births (48) in Rusk are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 29.2% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 20 to 34 years age bracket with 29.2% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Rusk
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years34 (70.8%)14 (29.2%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total34 (70.8%)14 (29.2%)

Fertility by Education in Rusk

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Rusk
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0.0
College or Associate's Degree37 (77.1%)130.0
Bachelor's Degree11 (22.9%)117.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total48 (100.0%)65.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Rusk

29.2% of women with births in Rusk are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are least likely to be married with 37.8% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Rusk
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree23 (62.2%)14 (37.8%)
Bachelor's Degree11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total34 (70.8%)14 (29.2%)

Income in Rusk

Income Overview in Rusk

Per Capita Income in Rusk is $16,713, while median incomes of families and households are $73,821 and $68,611 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income5,344$16,713
Median Family Income697$73,821
Mean Family Income697$87,964
Median Household Income996$68,611
Mean Household Income996$83,151
Income Deficit697$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)5,34436.55%
Wage / Income Gap ($)5,34463.45¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index5,3440.38

Earnings by Sex in Rusk

Average Earnings in Rusk are $45,429, $46,366 for men and $29,417 for women, a difference of 36.5%.
Earnings by Sex in Rusk
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male823 (60.5%)$46,366
Female538 (39.5%)$29,417
Total1,361 (100.0%)$45,429

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Rusk

The most common earnings brackets in Rusk are $45,000 to $49,999 for men (183 | 22.2%) and $2,499 or less for women (80 | 14.9%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Rusk
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less21 (2.5%)80 (14.9%)
$2,500 to $4,99917 (2.1%)15 (2.8%)
$5,000 to $7,4999 (1.1%)38 (7.1%)
$7,500 to $9,99926 (3.2%)29 (5.4%)
$10,000 to $12,49922 (2.7%)0 (0.0%)
$12,500 to $14,9990 (0.0%)16 (3.0%)
$15,000 to $17,49912 (1.5%)15 (2.8%)
$17,500 to $19,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $22,4997 (0.9%)29 (5.4%)
$22,500 to $24,99920 (2.4%)11 (2.0%)
$25,000 to $29,99927 (3.3%)43 (8.0%)
$30,000 to $34,99952 (6.3%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $39,99971 (8.6%)21 (3.9%)
$40,000 to $44,99933 (4.0%)31 (5.8%)
$45,000 to $49,999183 (22.2%)48 (8.9%)
$50,000 to $54,9999 (1.1%)12 (2.2%)
$55,000 to $64,99949 (5.9%)65 (12.1%)
$65,000 to $74,99937 (4.5%)9 (1.7%)
$75,000 to $99,99978 (9.5%)76 (14.1%)
$100,000+150 (18.2%)0 (0.0%)
Total823 (100.0%)538 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Rusk

Average earnings in Rusk are $46,749 for men and $44,342 for women, a difference of 5.1%. Men with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $47,328, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $40,313. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $82,902, while those with college or associate's degree education have the smallest earnings of $45,750.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Rusk
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$40,313$0
High School Diploma$40,800$0
College or Associate's Degree$47,328$45,750
Bachelor's Degree$46,895$47,232
Graduate Degree--
Total$46,749$44,342

Family Income in Rusk

Family Income Brackets in Rusk

According to the Rusk family income data, there are 145 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 20.8% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Rusk
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,000172.4%
$10,000 to $14,99900.0%
$15,000 to $24,999223.2%
$25,000 to $34,9997811.2%
$35,000 to $49,99914120.2%
$50,000 to $74,99910715.4%
$75,000 to $99,9998211.8%
$100,000 to $149,99914520.8%
$150,000 to $199,999689.8%
$200,000+375.3%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Rusk

5-person families (45 | 6.5%) account for the highest median family income in Rusk with $89,509 per family, while 2-person families (250 | 35.9%) have the highest median income of $35,625 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Rusk
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families250 (35.9%)$71,250
3-Person Families160 (23.0%)$0
4-Person Families223 (32.0%)$56,193
5-Person Families45 (6.5%)$89,509
6-Person Families9 (1.3%)$0
7+ Person Families10 (1.4%)$0
Total697 (100.0%)$73,821

Family Income by Number of Earners in Rusk

Family Income by Number of Earners in Rusk
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners84 (12.0%)$46,250
1 Earner287 (41.2%)$55,880
2 Earners252 (36.1%)$105,714
3+ Earners74 (10.6%)$0
Total697 (100.0%)$73,821

Household Income in Rusk

Household Income Brackets in Rusk

With 232 households falling in the category, the $35,000 to $49,999 income range is the most frequent in Rusk, accounting for 23.3% of all households.
Household Income Brackets in Rusk
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000262.6%
$10,000 to $14,99900.0%
$15,000 to $24,999737.3%
$25,000 to $34,99910310.3%
$35,000 to $49,99923223.3%
$50,000 to $74,99913613.7%
$75,000 to $99,99913313.4%
$100,000 to $149,99911911.9%
$150,000 to $199,99911411.4%
$200,000+606.0%

Household Income by Householder Age in Rusk

The median household income in Rusk is $68,611, with the highest median household income of $78,750 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 384 households (38.6%) 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 14 households (1.4%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Rusk
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years14 (1.4%)$0
25 to 44 Years384 (38.6%)$78,750
45 to 64 Years398 (40.0%)$63,750
65+ Years200 (20.1%)$40,893
Total996 (100.0%)$68,611

Poverty in Rusk

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Rusk

With 7.0% poverty level for males and 13.6% for females among the residents of Rusk, 55 to 64 year old males and 6 to 11 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 22 males (20.9%) and 88 females (44.7%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Rusk
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years18 (11.9%)88 (44.7%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)5 (4.4%)
25 to 34 Years22 (8.6%)17 (9.4%)
35 to 44 Years6 (5.1%)28 (15.5%)
45 to 54 Years15 (5.8%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years22 (20.9%)30 (26.6%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)4 (3.0%)
75 Years and over7 (16.3%)5 (7.7%)
Total90 (7.0%)177 (13.6%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Rusk

According to the poverty statistics in Rusk, males aged under 5 years and females aged under 5 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.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Rusk
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years189 (100.0%)75 (100.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years133 (88.1%)109 (55.3%)
12 to 14 Years25 (100.0%)30 (100.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)22 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years25 (100.0%)29 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years55 (100.0%)109 (95.6%)
25 to 34 Years235 (91.4%)164 (90.6%)
35 to 44 Years112 (94.9%)153 (84.5%)
45 to 54 Years243 (94.2%)161 (100.0%)
55 to 64 Years83 (79.0%)83 (73.5%)
65 to 74 Years66 (100.0%)128 (97.0%)
75 Years and over36 (83.7%)60 (92.3%)
Total1,202 (93.0%)1,123 (86.4%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Rusk

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Rusk show that 1.5% or 7 of the total 480 families live below the poverty line. Families with no children have the highest poverty rate of 3.6%, comprising of 7 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Rusk
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children187 (96.4%)7 (3.6%)
1 or 2 Children250 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children36 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total473 (98.5%)7 (1.5%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Rusk

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Rusk
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)15 (15.8%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)34 (28.6%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)49 (22.9%)

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

The poverty data for Rusk shows that 7 of the married-couple family households (1.5%) and 49 of the single-parent households (22.6%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 7 households (3.6%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 34 household (27.9%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Rusk
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children7 (3.6%)15 (15.8%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)34 (27.9%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total7 (1.5%)49 (22.6%)

Employment Characteristics in Rusk

Employment by Class of Employer in Rusk

Among the 1,117 employed individuals in Rusk, private company employees (666 | 59.6%), self-employed (not incorporated) (137 | 12.3%), and state government employees (122 | 10.9%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Rusk
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees66659.6%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)211.9%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)13712.3%
Not-for-profit Organizations282.5%
Local Government Employees1069.5%
State Government Employees12210.9%
Federal Government Employees373.3%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total1,117100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Rusk

According to the labor force statistics for Rusk, out of the total population over 16 years of age (4,637), 26.7% or 1,238 individuals are in the labor force, with 9.6% or 119 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 45 to 54 years, with 43.7% or 371 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 30 to 34 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 41.1% or 92 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Rusk
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years34 (32.1%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years113 (39.9%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years127 (21.9%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years224 (35.6%)92 (41.1%)
35 to 44 Years250 (28.3%)10 (4.0%)
45 to 54 Years371 (43.7%)9 (2.4%)
55 to 59 Years76 (21.8%)8 (10.5%)
60 to 64 Years27 (7.1%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years17 (3.9%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,238 (26.7%)119 (9.6%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Rusk

According to labor force statistics for Rusk, 29.3% of individuals (1,075) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (3,669) are in the labor force, with 11.1% or 119 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 81.0% or 230 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 31.3% or 25 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Rusk
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School80 (7.3%)344 (31.3%)
High School Diploma397 (27.5%)273 (18.9%)
College / Associate Degree368 (43.6%)23 (2.7%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher230 (81.0%)11 (3.9%)
Total1,075 (29.3%)407 (11.1%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Rusk

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Rusk are Community & Social Service (178 | 15.9%), Management (117 | 10.4%), Education, Arts & Media (96 | 8.6%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (93 | 8.3%), and Education Instruction & Library (57 | 5.1%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Rusk

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Rusk, the most male-oriented occupations are Business & Financial (100.0%), Computers, Engineering & Science (100.0%), and Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Education Instruction & Library (89.5%), Management (62.4%), and Community & Social Service (44.4%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Rusk
OccupationMaleFemale
Management44 (37.6%)73 (62.4%)
Business & Financial17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science33 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers & Mathematics5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering28 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 99 (55.6%)79 (44.4%)
Education, Arts & Media68 (70.8%)28 (29.2%)
Legal Services & Support25 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library6 (10.5%)51 (89.5%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating57 (61.3%)36 (38.7%)
Health Technologists20 (64.5%)11 (35.5%)
Total (Category)250 (57.1%)188 (42.9%)
Total (Overall)650 (58.0%)470 (42.0%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Rusk are Cleaning & Maintenance (64 | 5.7%), Personal Care & Service (50 | 4.5%), Food Preparation & Serving (38 | 3.4%), Healthcare Support (20 | 1.8%), and Security & Protection (10 | 0.9%).
Services Occupations in Rusk

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Rusk, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Law Enforcement (100.0%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Food Preparation & Serving (100.0%), Healthcare Support (85.0%), and Personal Care & Service (76.0%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Rusk
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support3 (15.0%)17 (85.0%)
Security & Protection10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving0 (0.0%)38 (100.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance64 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Personal Care & Service12 (24.0%)38 (76.0%)
Total (Category)89 (48.9%)93 (51.1%)
Total (Overall)650 (58.0%)470 (42.0%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Rusk are Office & Administration (112 | 10.0%), and Sales & Related (86 | 7.7%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Rusk

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Rusk
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related59 (68.6%)27 (31.4%)
Office & Administration7 (6.2%)105 (93.8%)
Total (Category)66 (33.3%)132 (66.7%)
Total (Overall)650 (58.0%)470 (42.0%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Rusk are Installation, Maintenance & Repair (83 | 7.4%), and Construction & Extraction (48 | 4.3%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Rusk

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Rusk
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction41 (85.4%)7 (14.6%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair77 (92.8%)6 (7.2%)
Total (Category)118 (90.1%)13 (9.9%)
Total (Overall)650 (58.0%)470 (42.0%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Rusk are Production (65 | 5.8%), Transportation (65 | 5.8%), and Material Moving (41 | 3.7%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Rusk

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Rusk
OccupationMaleFemale
Production50 (76.9%)15 (23.1%)
Transportation65 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving12 (29.3%)29 (70.7%)
Total (Category)127 (74.3%)44 (25.7%)
Total (Overall)650 (58.0%)470 (42.0%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Rusk

Employment Industries in Rusk

The major employment industries in Rusk include Health Care & Social Assistance (212 | 18.9%), Professional & Scientific (96 | 8.6%), Retail Trade (88 | 7.9%), Administrative & Support (81 | 7.2%), and Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (72 | 6.4%).
Employment Industries in Rusk

Employment Industries by Sex in Rusk

The Rusk industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Manufacturing (100.0%), and Utilities (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Wholesale Trade (100.0%), Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (100.0%), and Educational Services (88.5%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Rusk
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction72 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction22 (36.7%)38 (63.3%)
Manufacturing68 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Wholesale Trade0 (0.0%)8 (100.0%)
Retail Trade44 (50.0%)44 (50.0%)
Transportation & Warehousing49 (71.0%)20 (29.0%)
Utilities38 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance28 (38.9%)44 (61.1%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific78 (81.2%)18 (18.8%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support69 (85.2%)12 (14.8%)
Educational Services6 (11.5%)46 (88.5%)
Health Care & Social Assistance99 (46.7%)113 (53.3%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)14 (100.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services17 (30.9%)38 (69.1%)
Public Administration30 (44.8%)37 (55.2%)
Total650 (58.0%)470 (42.0%)

Education in Rusk

School Enrollment in Rusk

The most common levels of schooling among the 701 students in Rusk are elementary school (266 | 38.0%), college / undergraduate (169 | 24.1%), and high school (145 | 20.7%).
School Enrollment in Rusk
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool10.1%
Kindergarten142.0%
Elementary School26638.0%
Middle School9513.6%
High School14520.7%
College / Undergraduate16924.1%
Graduate / Professional111.6%
Total701100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Rusk

Out of a total of 701 students who are enrolled in schools in Rusk, 21 (3.0%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 680 (97.0%) 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 16 (21.0% 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 1 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Rusk
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old280 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds123 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds76 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds19 (79.2%)5 (20.8%)
20 to 24 Year Olds60 (78.9%)16 (21.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds51 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over70 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total680 (97.0%)21 (3.0%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Rusk

Education (86 | 24.2%), engineering (64 | 18.0%), science & technology (33 | 9.3%), bio, nature & agricultural (32 | 9.0%), and arts & humanities (32 | 9.0%) are the most common fields of study among 355 individuals in Rusk who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Rusk
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics00.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural329.0%
Physical & Health Sciences00.0%
Psychology277.6%
Social Sciences308.5%
Engineering6418.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies92.5%
Science & Technology339.3%
Business92.5%
Education8624.2%
Literature & Languages41.1%
Liberal Arts & History113.1%
Visual & Performing Arts00.0%
Communications185.1%
Arts & Humanities329.0%
Total355100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Rusk

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Rusk

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Rusk are males with 2 vehicles (299, accounting for 46.0%) and females with 2 vehicles (253, making up 64.0%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Rusk
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle5 (0.8%)13 (2.8%)
1 Vehicle171 (26.3%)97 (20.8%)
2 Vehicles299 (46.0%)253 (54.2%)
3 Vehicles164 (25.2%)97 (20.8%)
4 Vehicles0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Vehicles11 (1.7%)7 (1.5%)
Total650 (100.0%)467 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Rusk

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Rusk are 5 to 9 minutes (245 commuters, 28.0%), 10 to 14 minutes (175 commuters, 20.0%), and less than 5 minutes (75 commuters, 8.6%).
Commute Time in Rusk
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes758.6%
5 to 9 Minutes24528.0%
10 to 14 Minutes17520.0%
15 to 19 Minutes738.3%
20 to 24 Minutes637.2%
25 to 29 Minutes283.2%
30 to 34 Minutes536.0%
35 to 39 Minutes263.0%
40 to 44 Minutes313.5%
45 to 59 Minutes505.7%
60 to 89 Minutes80.9%
90 or more Minutes495.6%

Commute Time by Sex in Rusk

The most common commute times in Rusk are 5 to 9 minutes (148 commuters, 29.4%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (97 commuters, 26.1%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Rusk
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes45 (8.9%)30 (8.1%)
5 to 9 Minutes148 (29.4%)97 (26.1%)
10 to 14 Minutes88 (17.5%)87 (23.4%)
15 to 19 Minutes37 (7.3%)36 (9.7%)
20 to 24 Minutes26 (5.2%)37 (10.0%)
25 to 29 Minutes28 (5.6%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Minutes10 (2.0%)43 (11.6%)
35 to 39 Minutes17 (3.4%)9 (2.4%)
40 to 44 Minutes20 (4.0%)11 (3.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes28 (5.6%)22 (5.9%)
60 to 89 Minutes8 (1.6%)0 (0.0%)
90 or more Minutes49 (9.7%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Rusk

The most frequent times of departure to work in Rusk are 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM (98, 19.4%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (116, 31.2%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Rusk
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM23 (4.6%)0 (0.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM98 (19.4%)0 (0.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM43 (8.5%)0 (0.0%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM32 (6.4%)32 (8.6%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM84 (16.7%)27 (7.3%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM92 (18.2%)70 (18.8%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM26 (5.2%)116 (31.2%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM26 (5.2%)54 (14.5%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM17 (3.4%)0 (0.0%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM17 (3.4%)22 (5.9%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)19 (5.1%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)13 (3.5%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM14 (2.8%)19 (5.1%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM32 (6.4%)0 (0.0%)
Total504 (100.0%)372 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Rusk

Occupancy by Ownership in Rusk

Of the total 996 dwellings in Rusk, owner-occupied units account for 664 (66.7%), while renter-occupied units make up 332 (33.3%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Rusk
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units66466.7%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units33233.3%
Total Occupied Housing Units996100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Rusk

Occupancy by Household Size in Rusk
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household26526.6%
2-Person Household25525.6%
3-Person Household16116.2%
4+ Person Household31531.6%
Total Housing Units996100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Rusk

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Rusk
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household140 (52.8%)125 (47.2%)
2-Person Household193 (75.7%)62 (24.3%)
3-Person Household123 (76.4%)38 (23.6%)
4+ Person Household208 (66.0%)107 (34.0%)
Total Housing Units664 (66.7%)332 (33.3%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Rusk

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Rusk
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School52 (56.5%)40 (43.5%)
High School Diploma155 (47.7%)170 (52.3%)
College/Associate Degree294 (80.3%)72 (19.7%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher163 (76.5%)50 (23.5%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Rusk

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Rusk
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years24624.7%
35 to 44 Years15215.3%
45 to 54 Years28428.5%
55 to 64 Years11411.5%
65 to 74 Years13113.2%
75 to 84 Years404.0%
85 Years and Over292.9%
Total996100.0%

Housing Finances in Rusk

Median Income by Occupancy in Rusk

Median Income by Occupancy in Rusk
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied664 (66.7%)$73,085
Renter-Occupied332 (33.3%)$47,049
Average996 (100.0%)$68,611

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Rusk

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Rusk
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0005 (0.7%)21 (6.3%)
$5,000 to $9,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $14,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $19,99935 (5.3%)22 (6.6%)
$20,000 to $24,99916 (2.4%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99980 (12.0%)23 (6.9%)
$35,000 to $49,999105 (15.8%)127 (38.3%)
$50,000 to $74,999127 (19.1%)9 (2.7%)
$75,000 to $99,999128 (19.3%)5 (1.5%)
$100,000 to $149,99972 (10.8%)47 (14.2%)
$150,000 or more96 (14.5%)78 (23.5%)
Total664 (100.0%)332 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Rusk

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Rusk
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30034 (5.1%)0 (0.0%)
$300 to $499137 (20.6%)13 (3.9%)
$500 to $799153 (23.0%)57 (17.2%)
$800 to $99998 (14.8%)66 (19.9%)
$1,000 to $1,499108 (16.3%)70 (21.1%)
$1,500 to $1,99960 (9.0%)4 (1.2%)
$2,000 to $2,49963 (9.5%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more11 (1.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total664 (100.0%)332 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Rusk

Housing Structures in Rusk

Housing Structures in Rusk
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached84284.5%
Single Unit, Attached00.0%
2 Unit Apartments272.7%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments00.0%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments30.3%
10 or more Apartments262.6%
Mobile Home / Other989.8%
Total996100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Rusk

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Rusk
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached629 (74.7%)213 (25.3%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)27 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)3 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)26 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other35 (35.7%)63 (64.3%)
Total664 (66.7%)332 (33.3%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Rusk

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Rusk
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room3 (0.4%)4 (1.2%)
2 or 3 Rooms15 (2.3%)36 (10.8%)
4 or 5 Rooms336 (50.6%)262 (78.9%)
6 or 7 Rooms197 (29.7%)30 (9.0%)
8 or more Rooms113 (17.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total664 (100.0%)332 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Rusk

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Rusk
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas372 (56.0%)142 (42.8%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas33 (5.0%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity255 (38.4%)190 (57.2%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used4 (0.6%)0 (0.0%)
Total664 (100.0%)332 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Rusk

Household Vehicle Usage in Rusk
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle22 (3.3%)35 (10.5%)
1 Vehicle147 (22.1%)160 (48.2%)
2 Vehicles338 (50.9%)137 (41.3%)
3 or more Vehicles157 (23.6%)0 (0.0%)
Total664 (100.0%)332 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Rusk

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Rusk

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units328336
Median Property Value$78,700$150,000
Median Household Income$56,204$76
Monthly Housing Costs$493$11
Real Estate Taxes$1,230$16

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Rusk

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Rusk
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00047 (14.3%)31 (9.2%)
$50,000 to $99,999175 (53.3%)98 (29.2%)
$100,000 to $299,999106 (32.3%)178 (53.0%)
$300,000 to $499,9990 (0.0%)18 (5.4%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)11 (3.3%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total328 (100.0%)336 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Rusk

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Rusk
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,99913 (4.0%)5 (1.5%)
$25,000 to $34,99944 (13.4%)38 (11.3%)
$35,000 to $49,99986 (26.2%)36 (10.7%)
$50,000 to $74,99977 (23.5%)19 (5.7%)
$75,000 to $99,99943 (13.1%)50 (14.9%)
$100,000 to $149,99945 (13.7%)85 (25.3%)
$150,000 or more20 (6.1%)27 (8.0%)
Total328 (100.0%)336 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Rusk

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Rusk
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x207 (63.1%)81,471 (24,247.3%)
2.0x to 2.9x46 (14.0%)168 (50.0%)
3.0x to 3.9x33 (10.1%)82 (24.4%)
4.0x or more42 (12.8%)46 (13.7%)
Total328 (100.0%)336 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Rusk

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Rusk
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800117 (35.7%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49979 (24.1%)20 (5.9%)
$800 to $1,499127 (38.7%)56 (16.7%)
Total328 (100.0%)336 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Rusk

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Rusk

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Rusk
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years261 (92.5%)21 (7.4%)
6 to 18 Years500 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
19 to 25 Years171 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
26 to 34 Years149 (35.9%)266 (64.1%)
35 to 44 Years299 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years373 (89.0%)46 (11.0%)
55 to 64 Years195 (89.4%)23 (10.5%)
65 to 74 Years198 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older108 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,254 (86.4%)356 (13.6%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Rusk

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Rusk
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born261 (92.5%)21 (7.4%)
Foreign Born, Citizen500 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen171 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Rusk

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Rusk
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000147 (83.1%)30 (17.0%)
$25,000 to $49,999731 (81.2%)169 (18.8%)
$50,000 to $74,999317 (79.6%)81 (20.3%)
$75,000 to $99,999289 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 and over764 (92.0%)66 (8.0%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Rusk

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Rusk
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 6191 (67.7%)80 (28.4%)
6 to 18 Years215 (43.0%)285 (57.0%)
19 to 25 Years19 (11.1%)152 (88.9%)
25 to 34 Years39 (9.4%)128 (30.8%)
35 to 44 Years40 (13.4%)259 (86.6%)
45 to 54 Years41 (9.8%)332 (79.2%)
55 to 64 Years70 (32.1%)143 (65.6%)
65 to 74 Years198 (100.0%)135 (68.2%)
75 Years and over108 (100.0%)79 (73.2%)
Total921 (35.3%)1,593 (61.0%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Rusk

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Rusk
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years16 (8.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years16 (5.1%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years82 (17.1%)50 (11.0%)
65 to 74 Years17 (25.8%)74 (56.1%)
75 Years and over22 (51.2%)53 (81.5%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Rusk

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Rusk: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years16 (8.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years21 (4.4%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years17 (25.8%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)24 (36.9%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Rusk: <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%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years17 (3.5%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years8 (12.1%)6 (4.5%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Rusk: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years16 (5.1%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years43 (8.9%)30 (6.6%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)16 (12.1%)
75 Years and over14 (32.6%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Rusk: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years20 (4.2%)20 (4.4%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)68 (51.5%)
75 Years and over18 (41.9%)44 (67.7%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Rusk: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years4 (0.8%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)26 (19.7%)
75 Years and over8 (18.6%)7 (10.8%)

Technology Access in Rusk

Computing Device Access in Rusk

Computing Device Access in Rusk
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop56556.7%
Smartphone85385.6%
Tablet37838.0%
No Computing Device767.6%
Total996100.0%

Internet Access in Rusk

Internet Access in Rusk
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home56756.9%
Cellular Data Only15916.0%
Satellite Internet15215.3%
No Internet19819.9%
Total996100.0%

Rusk Summary

Rusk, Texas is a small city located in the eastern part of the state, in Cherokee County. It is situated about halfway between Dallas and Shreveport, Louisiana, and is the county seat of Cherokee County. The city was named after Thomas Jefferson Rusk, a signer of the Texas Declaration of Independence. The population of Rusk was estimated to be 3,719 in 2019.

History

Rusk was founded in 1846 by a group of settlers from Nacogdoches. The town was named after Thomas Jefferson Rusk, a signer of the Texas Declaration of Independence. The town was incorporated in 1887 and was the county seat of Cherokee County.
In the late 19th century, Rusk was a major center for the timber industry. The town was home to several sawmills and lumber companies, and the timber industry was the main source of employment for the town's residents.
In the early 20th century, Rusk was a major center for the oil industry. The town was home to several oil refineries and oil-related businesses, and the oil industry was the main source of employment for the town's residents.

Geography

Rusk is located in the eastern part of Texas, in Cherokee County. The city is situated about halfway between Dallas and Shreveport, Louisiana. The city is located at the intersection of U.S. Highway 69 and State Highway 204.
The city is situated on the banks of the Neches River, and is surrounded by rolling hills and pine forests. The climate in Rusk is humid subtropical, with hot summers and mild winters.

Economy

The economy of Rusk is largely based on the timber and oil industries. The timber industry is still a major employer in the city, and the oil industry is still a major source of employment.
In addition to the timber and oil industries, Rusk is also home to several manufacturing companies, including a paper mill, a furniture factory, and a plastics factory. The city is also home to several retail stores, restaurants, and other businesses.

Demographics

As of the 2019 census, the population of Rusk was estimated to be 3,719. The racial makeup of the city was 79.3% White, 16.2% African American, 0.7% Native American, 0.3% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, and 3.4% from other races. The median household income in Rusk was $37,945, and the median family income was $45,945.
The city is served by the Rusk Independent School District, which includes two elementary schools, one middle school, and one high school. The city is also home to several churches, including Baptist, Methodist, and Catholic churches.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Rusk?
Total Population of Rusk is 5,344.
What is the Total Male Population of Rusk?
Total Male Population of Rusk is 3,734.
What is the Total Female Population of Rusk?
Total Female Population of Rusk is 1,610.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Rusk?
There are 231.93 Males per 100 Females in Rusk.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Rusk?
There are 43.12 Females per 100 Males in Rusk.
What is the Median Population Age in Rusk?
Median Population Age in Rusk is 39.7 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Rusk
Average Family Size in Rusk is 3.1 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Rusk
Average Household Size in Rusk is 2.6 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Rusk?
Per Capita income in Rusk is $16,713.
What is the Median Family Income in Rusk?
Median Family Income in Rusk is $73,821.
What is the Median Household income in Rusk?
Median Household Income in Rusk is $68,611.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Rusk?
Income or Wage Gap in Rusk is 36.6%.
Women in Rusk earn 63.4 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Rusk?
Inequality or Gini Index in Rusk is 0.38.
How Large is the Labor Force in Rusk?
There are 1,238 People in the Labor Forcein in Rusk.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Rusk?
26.7% of People are in the Labor Force in Rusk.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Rusk?
Unemployment Rate in Rusk is 9.6%.