Waskom, TX

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Waskom Overview

1,682
TOTAL POPULATION
821
MALE POPULATION
861
FEMALE POPULATION
95.35
MALES / 100 FEMALES
104.87
FEMALES / 100 MALES
32.9
MEDIAN AGE
3.6
AVG FAMILY SIZE
3.0
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$22,688
PER CAPITA INCOME
$62,279
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$47,313
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
51.8%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
48.2¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.38
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
690
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
52.5%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
5.4%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Waskom Zip Codes

Waskom Area Codes

Race in Waskom

The most populous races in Waskom are White / Caucasian (1,137 | 67.6%), Black / African American (310 | 18.4%), and Hispanic or Latino (171 | 10.2%).
Race in Waskom
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American31018.4%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino17110.2%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian1,13767.6%
Two or more Races1247.4%
Some other Race1116.6%
Total1,682100.0%

Ancestry in Waskom

The most populous ancestries reported in Waskom are Irish (322 | 19.1%), American (278 | 16.5%), German (198 | 11.8%), Mexican (127 | 7.5%), and English (29 | 1.7%), together accounting for 56.7% of all Waskom residents.
Ancestry in Waskom
Ancestry# Population% Population
American27816.5%
British221.3%
Dutch30.2%
English291.7%
French30.2%
German19811.8%
Hungarian20.1%
Irish32219.1%
Italian171.0%
Mexican1277.5%
Polish80.5%
Scandinavian40.2%
Scotch-Irish80.5%
Scottish211.3%
South American20.1%
Spaniard80.5%
Spanish40.2%
Venezuelan20.1%
Welsh130.8%
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Immigrants in Waskom

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Waskom came from Latin America (68 | 4.0%), Central America (66 | 3.9%), Mexico (62 | 3.7%), Guatemala (4 | 0.2%), and South America (2 | 0.1%), together accounting for 12.0% of all Waskom residents.
Immigrants in Waskom
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Central America663.9%
Guatemala40.2%
Latin America684.0%
Mexico623.7%
South America20.1%
Venezuela20.1%
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Sex and Age in Waskom

Sex and Age in Waskom

The most populous age groups in Waskom are 55 to 59 Years (85 | 10.3%) for men and 25 to 29 Years (153 | 17.8%) for women.
Sex and Age in Waskom
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years54 (6.6%)53 (6.2%)
5 to 9 Years41 (5.0%)80 (9.3%)
10 to 14 Years58 (7.1%)53 (6.2%)
15 to 19 Years60 (7.3%)39 (4.5%)
20 to 24 Years83 (10.1%)14 (1.6%)
25 to 29 Years54 (6.6%)153 (17.8%)
30 to 34 Years76 (9.3%)97 (11.3%)
35 to 39 Years26 (3.2%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Years28 (3.4%)107 (12.4%)
45 to 49 Years8 (1.0%)26 (3.0%)
50 to 54 Years48 (5.9%)11 (1.3%)
55 to 59 Years85 (10.3%)30 (3.5%)
60 to 64 Years64 (7.8%)64 (7.4%)
65 to 69 Years34 (4.1%)10 (1.2%)
70 to 74 Years3 (0.4%)0 (0.0%)
75 to 79 Years83 (10.1%)43 (5.0%)
80 to 84 Years4 (0.5%)25 (2.9%)
85 Years and over12 (1.5%)56 (6.5%)
Total821 (100.0%)861 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Waskom

Median Family Size in Waskom

The median family size in Waskom is 3.65 persons per family, with single male/father families (67 | 17.1%) accounting for the largest median family size of 5.58 persons per family. On the other hand, married-couple families (203 | 51.9%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.99 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Waskom
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple203 (51.9%)2.99
Single Male/Father67 (17.1%)5.58
Single Female/Mother121 (30.9%)3.69
Total Families391 (100.0%)3.65

Median Household Size in Waskom

The median household size in Waskom is 3.05 persons per household, with single male/father households (67 | 12.2%) accounting for the largest median household size of 5.97 persons per household. non-family households (160 | 29.0%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.08 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Waskom
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple203 (36.8%)2.99
Single Male/Father67 (12.2%)5.97
Single Female/Mother121 (22.0%)4.16
Non-family160 (29.0%)1.08
Total Households551 (100.0%)3.05

Household Size by Marriage Status in Waskom

Out of a total of 551 households in Waskom, 391 (71.0%) are family households, while 160 (29.0%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 169, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 148.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Waskom
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-148 (26.9%)
2-Person Households169 (30.7%)12 (2.2%)
3-Person Households83 (15.1%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households30 (5.4%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households65 (11.8%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households44 (8.0%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total391 (71.0%)160 (29.0%)

Female Fertility in Waskom

Fertility by Age in Waskom

Average fertility rate in Waskom is 7.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 11.0 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 Waskom
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years3 (100.0%)11.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total3 (100.0%)7.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Waskom

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Waskom
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in Waskom

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Waskom
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School3 (100.0%)54.0
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0.0
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total3 (100.0%)7.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Waskom

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Waskom
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in Waskom

Income Overview in Waskom

Per Capita Income in Waskom is $22,688, while median incomes of families and households are $62,279 and $47,313 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income1,682$22,688
Median Family Income391$62,279
Mean Family Income391$73,736
Median Household Income551$47,313
Mean Household Income551$62,054
Income Deficit391$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)1,68251.80%
Wage / Income Gap ($)1,68248.20¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index1,6820.38

Earnings by Sex in Waskom

Average Earnings in Waskom are $34,167, $48,155 for men and $23,210 for women, a difference of 51.8%.
Earnings by Sex in Waskom
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male401 (54.9%)$48,155
Female329 (45.1%)$23,210
Total730 (100.0%)$34,167

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Waskom

The most common earnings brackets in Waskom are $45,000 to $49,999 for men (94 | 23.4%) and $25,000 to $29,999 for women (69 | 21.0%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Waskom
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less0 (0.0%)1 (0.3%)
$2,500 to $4,9997 (1.8%)62 (18.8%)
$5,000 to $7,4990 (0.0%)24 (7.3%)
$7,500 to $9,99911 (2.7%)25 (7.6%)
$10,000 to $12,4995 (1.3%)3 (0.9%)
$12,500 to $14,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $17,49925 (6.2%)30 (9.1%)
$17,500 to $19,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $22,4996 (1.5%)7 (2.1%)
$22,500 to $24,99918 (4.5%)44 (13.4%)
$25,000 to $29,99911 (2.7%)69 (21.0%)
$30,000 to $34,99913 (3.2%)6 (1.8%)
$35,000 to $39,9999 (2.2%)33 (10.0%)
$40,000 to $44,99917 (4.2%)3 (0.9%)
$45,000 to $49,99994 (23.4%)18 (5.5%)
$50,000 to $54,99941 (10.2%)4 (1.2%)
$55,000 to $64,99960 (15.0%)0 (0.0%)
$65,000 to $74,99960 (15.0%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99921 (5.2%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000+3 (0.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total401 (100.0%)329 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Waskom

Average earnings in Waskom are $54,268 for men and $24,034 for women, a difference of 55.7%. Men with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $59,866, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $29,107. Women with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $35,375, while those with college or associate's degree education have the smallest earnings of $35,375.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Waskom
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$29,107$0
High School Diploma$52,563$0
College or Associate's Degree$59,866$35,375
Bachelor's Degree--
Graduate Degree--
Total$54,268$24,034

Family Income in Waskom

Family Income Brackets in Waskom

According to the Waskom family income data, there are 114 families falling into the $75,000 to $99,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 29.2% of all families. Conversely, the $150,000 to $199,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 4 families (1.0%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Waskom
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00071.8%
$10,000 to $14,999256.4%
$15,000 to $24,99971.8%
$25,000 to $34,9994511.5%
$35,000 to $49,9994912.5%
$50,000 to $74,9998020.5%
$75,000 to $99,99911429.2%
$100,000 to $149,9994110.5%
$150,000 to $199,99941.0%
$200,000+194.9%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Waskom

6-person families (27 | 6.9%) account for the highest median family income in Waskom with $250,001 per family, while 6-person families (27 | 6.9%) have the highest median income of $41,667 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Waskom
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families172 (44.0%)$68,750
3-Person Families80 (20.5%)$83,605
4-Person Families77 (19.7%)$57,991
5-Person Families35 (8.9%)$0
6-Person Families27 (6.9%)$250,001
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total391 (100.0%)$62,279

Family Income by Number of Earners in Waskom

The median family income in Waskom is $62,279, with families comprising 3+ earners (31) having the highest median family income of $250,001, while families with no earners (84) have the lowest median family income of $30,926, accounting for 7.9% and 21.5% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Waskom
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners84 (21.5%)$30,926
1 Earner147 (37.6%)$59,330
2 Earners129 (33.0%)$84,390
3+ Earners31 (7.9%)$250,001
Total391 (100.0%)$62,279

Household Income in Waskom

Household Income Brackets in Waskom

With 150 households falling in the category, the $75,000 to $99,999 income range is the most frequent in Waskom, accounting for 27.2% of all households.
Household Income Brackets in Waskom
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,00000.0%
$10,000 to $14,999468.3%
$15,000 to $24,9998816.0%
$25,000 to $34,9998816.0%
$35,000 to $49,9995510.0%
$50,000 to $74,9996010.9%
$75,000 to $99,99915027.2%
$100,000 to $149,999417.4%
$150,000 to $199,99940.7%
$200,000+193.4%

Household Income by Householder Age in Waskom

The median household income in Waskom is $47,313, with the highest median household income of $82,907 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 186 households (33.8%) 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 4 households (0.7%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Waskom
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years4 (0.7%)$0
25 to 44 Years143 (26.0%)$0
45 to 64 Years186 (33.8%)$82,907
65+ Years218 (39.6%)$26,453
Total551 (100.0%)$47,313

Poverty in Waskom

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Waskom

With 12.1% poverty level for males and 20.1% for females among the residents of Waskom, 15 year old males and 16 and 17 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 24 males (100.0%) and 28 females (84.9%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Waskom
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years4 (7.4%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years8 (11.3%)19 (27.9%)
12 to 14 Years18 (64.3%)14 (35.9%)
15 Years24 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)28 (84.9%)
18 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years7 (5.4%)42 (16.8%)
35 to 44 Years8 (14.8%)18 (16.8%)
45 to 54 Years0 (0.0%)11 (29.7%)
55 to 64 Years5 (3.4%)31 (33.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over25 (25.3%)10 (8.1%)
Total99 (12.1%)173 (20.1%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Waskom

According to the poverty statistics in Waskom, males aged 16 and 17 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 Waskom
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years50 (92.6%)53 (100.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)26 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years63 (88.7%)49 (72.1%)
12 to 14 Years10 (35.7%)25 (64.1%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years4 (100.0%)5 (15.1%)
18 to 24 Years115 (100.0%)15 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Years123 (94.6%)208 (83.2%)
35 to 44 Years46 (85.2%)89 (83.2%)
45 to 54 Years56 (100.0%)26 (70.3%)
55 to 64 Years144 (96.6%)63 (67.0%)
65 to 74 Years37 (100.0%)10 (100.0%)
75 Years and over74 (74.8%)114 (91.9%)
Total722 (87.9%)688 (79.9%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Waskom

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Waskom show that 14.8% or 30 of the total 203 families live below the poverty line. Families with no children have the highest poverty rate of 15.1%, comprising of 25 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 13.2%, which includes 5 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Waskom
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children140 (84.9%)25 (15.1%)
1 or 2 Children33 (86.8%)5 (13.2%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total173 (85.2%)30 (14.8%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Waskom

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Waskom
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)25 (52.1%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)25 (20.7%)

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

The poverty data for Waskom shows that 30 of the married-couple family households (14.8%) and 25 of the single-parent households (13.3%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 25 households (15.1%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 25 household (32.9%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Waskom
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children25 (15.1%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children5 (13.2%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)25 (32.9%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total30 (14.8%)25 (13.3%)

Employment Characteristics in Waskom

Employment by Class of Employer in Waskom

Among the 649 employed individuals in Waskom, private company employees (518 | 79.8%), not-for-profit organizations (41 | 6.3%), and state government employees (36 | 5.6%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Waskom
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees51879.8%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)101.5%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)192.9%
Not-for-profit Organizations416.3%
Local Government Employees111.7%
State Government Employees365.6%
Federal Government Employees40.6%
Unpaid Family Workers101.5%
Total649100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Waskom

According to the labor force statistics for Waskom, out of the total population over 16 years of age (1,314), 52.5% or 690 individuals are in the labor force, with 5.4% or 37 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 20 to 24 years, with 93.8% or 91 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 30 to 34 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 23.9% or 37 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Waskom
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years27 (38.6%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years91 (93.8%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years115 (55.6%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years155 (89.6%)37 (23.9%)
35 to 44 Years86 (53.4%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years28 (30.1%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years83 (72.2%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years88 (68.8%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over17 (7.6%)0 (0.0%)
Total690 (52.5%)37 (5.4%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Waskom

According to labor force statistics for Waskom, 63.3% of individuals (555) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (877) are in the labor force, with 6.7% or 37 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 78.7% or 48 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with college / associate degree education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 16.2% or 37 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Waskom
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School28 (48.3%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma251 (56.5%)0 (0.0%)
College / Associate Degree228 (72.6%)51 (16.2%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher48 (78.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total555 (63.3%)59 (6.7%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Waskom

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Waskom are Management (52 | 8.0%), Community & Social Service (42 | 6.4%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (27 | 4.1%), Arts, Media & Entertainment (21 | 3.2%), and Education Instruction & Library (16 | 2.5%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Waskom

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Waskom, the most male-oriented occupations are Business & Financial (100.0%), Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), and Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Life, Physical & Social Science (100.0%), Legal Services & Support (100.0%), and Education Instruction & Library (100.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Waskom
OccupationMaleFemale
Management46 (88.5%)6 (11.5%)
Business & Financial7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science4 (26.7%)11 (73.3%)
Computers & Mathematics4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)11 (100.0%)
Community & Social Service 21 (50.0%)21 (50.0%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)
Education Instruction & Library0 (0.0%)16 (100.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment21 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating3 (11.1%)24 (88.9%)
Health Technologists3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)81 (56.6%)62 (43.4%)
Total (Overall)388 (59.4%)265 (40.6%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Waskom are Cleaning & Maintenance (51 | 7.8%), Food Preparation & Serving (43 | 6.6%), and Healthcare Support (6 | 0.9%).
Services Occupations in Waskom

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Waskom, the most male-oriented occupations are Food Preparation & Serving (65.1%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (62.7%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Cleaning & Maintenance (37.2%), and Food Preparation & Serving (34.9%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Waskom
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)6 (100.0%)
Security & Protection0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving28 (65.1%)15 (34.9%)
Cleaning & Maintenance32 (62.7%)19 (37.2%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)60 (60.0%)40 (40.0%)
Total (Overall)388 (59.4%)265 (40.6%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Waskom are Sales & Related (93 | 14.2%), and Office & Administration (52 | 8.0%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Waskom

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Waskom
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related17 (18.3%)76 (81.7%)
Office & Administration0 (0.0%)52 (100.0%)
Total (Category)17 (11.7%)128 (88.3%)
Total (Overall)388 (59.4%)265 (40.6%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Waskom are Construction & Extraction (34 | 5.2%), Farming, Fishing & Forestry (5 | 0.8%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (2 | 0.3%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Waskom

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Waskom
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction26 (76.5%)8 (23.5%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)33 (80.5%)8 (19.5%)
Total (Overall)388 (59.4%)265 (40.6%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Waskom are Production (188 | 28.8%), and Material Moving (36 | 5.5%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Waskom

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Waskom
OccupationMaleFemale
Production179 (95.2%)9 (4.8%)
Transportation0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving18 (50.0%)18 (50.0%)
Total (Category)197 (87.9%)27 (12.0%)
Total (Overall)388 (59.4%)265 (40.6%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Waskom

Employment Industries in Waskom

The major employment industries in Waskom include Transportation & Warehousing (182 | 27.9%), Manufacturing (89 | 13.6%), Retail Trade (82 | 12.6%), Accommodation & Food Services (65 | 10.0%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (41 | 6.3%).
Employment Industries in Waskom

Employment Industries by Sex in Waskom

The Waskom industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Transportation & Warehousing (100.0%), and Information (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Finance & Insurance (100.0%), and Professional & Scientific (100.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Waskom
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
Construction26 (70.3%)11 (29.7%)
Manufacturing60 (67.4%)29 (32.6%)
Wholesale Trade0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade2 (2.4%)80 (97.6%)
Transportation & Warehousing182 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information21 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)6 (100.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific0 (0.0%)16 (100.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support0 (0.0%)18 (100.0%)
Educational Services25 (75.8%)8 (24.2%)
Health Care & Social Assistance3 (7.3%)38 (92.7%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)26 (100.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services36 (55.4%)29 (44.6%)
Public Administration11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total388 (59.4%)265 (40.6%)

Education in Waskom

School Enrollment in Waskom

The most common levels of schooling among the 336 students in Waskom are high school (92 | 27.4%), elementary school (84 | 25.0%), and middle school (79 | 23.5%).
School Enrollment in Waskom
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool164.8%
Kindergarten257.4%
Elementary School8425.0%
Middle School7923.5%
High School9227.4%
College / Undergraduate4011.9%
Graduate / Professional00.0%
Total336100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Waskom

Out of a total of 336 students who are enrolled in schools in Waskom, 22 (6.5%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 314 (93.5%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 16 (100.0% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 5 to 9 year old has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 95 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Waskom
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds0 (0.0%)16 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old95 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds111 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds66 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds18 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds3 (33.3%)6 (66.7%)
35 Years and over8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total314 (93.5%)22 (6.5%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Waskom

Education (38 | 42.2%), computers & mathematics (21 | 23.3%), business (14 | 15.6%), arts & humanities (13 | 14.4%), and visual & performing arts (4 | 4.4%) are the most common fields of study among 90 individuals in Waskom who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Waskom
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics2123.3%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural00.0%
Physical & Health Sciences00.0%
Psychology00.0%
Social Sciences00.0%
Engineering00.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology00.0%
Business1415.6%
Education3842.2%
Literature & Languages00.0%
Liberal Arts & History00.0%
Visual & Performing Arts44.4%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities1314.4%
Total90100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Waskom

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Waskom

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Waskom are males with 4 vehicles (116, accounting for 29.9%) and females with 4 vehicles (36, making up 44.4%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Waskom
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle7 (1.8%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle89 (22.9%)97 (37.2%)
2 Vehicles67 (17.3%)44 (16.9%)
3 Vehicles109 (28.1%)84 (32.2%)
4 Vehicles116 (29.9%)36 (13.8%)
5 or more Vehicles0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total388 (100.0%)261 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Waskom

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Waskom are 5 to 9 minutes (158 commuters, 24.3%), 30 to 34 minutes (116 commuters, 17.9%), and less than 5 minutes (71 commuters, 10.9%).
Commute Time in Waskom
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes7110.9%
5 to 9 Minutes15824.3%
10 to 14 Minutes599.1%
15 to 19 Minutes548.3%
20 to 24 Minutes568.6%
25 to 29 Minutes182.8%
30 to 34 Minutes11617.9%
35 to 39 Minutes6810.5%
40 to 44 Minutes00.0%
45 to 59 Minutes314.8%
60 to 89 Minutes00.0%
90 or more Minutes182.8%

Commute Time by Sex in Waskom

The most common commute times in Waskom are 5 to 9 minutes (117 commuters, 30.1%) for males and 35 to 39 minutes (68 commuters, 26.1%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Waskom
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes43 (11.1%)28 (10.7%)
5 to 9 Minutes117 (30.1%)41 (15.7%)
10 to 14 Minutes41 (10.6%)18 (6.9%)
15 to 19 Minutes36 (9.3%)18 (6.9%)
20 to 24 Minutes24 (6.2%)32 (12.3%)
25 to 29 Minutes4 (1.0%)14 (5.4%)
30 to 34 Minutes81 (20.9%)35 (13.4%)
35 to 39 Minutes0 (0.0%)68 (26.1%)
40 to 44 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes24 (6.2%)7 (2.7%)
60 to 89 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
90 or more Minutes18 (4.6%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Waskom

The most frequent times of departure to work in Waskom are 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM (108, 27.8%) for males and 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM (94, 36.0%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Waskom
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM108 (27.8%)0 (0.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM84 (21.6%)0 (0.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM71 (18.3%)0 (0.0%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM18 (4.6%)3 (1.1%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM5 (1.3%)94 (36.0%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM52 (13.4%)47 (18.0%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM5 (1.3%)0 (0.0%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM0 (0.0%)31 (11.9%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM4 (1.0%)8 (3.1%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM13 (3.4%)14 (5.4%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM28 (7.2%)29 (11.1%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM0 (0.0%)18 (6.9%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM0 (0.0%)17 (6.5%)
Total388 (100.0%)261 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Waskom

Occupancy by Ownership in Waskom

Of the total 551 dwellings in Waskom, owner-occupied units account for 448 (81.3%), while renter-occupied units make up 103 (18.7%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Waskom
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units44881.3%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units10318.7%
Total Occupied Housing Units551100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Waskom

Occupancy by Household Size in Waskom
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household14826.9%
2-Person Household18132.9%
3-Person Household8315.1%
4+ Person Household13925.2%
Total Housing Units551100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Waskom

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Waskom
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household121 (81.8%)27 (18.2%)
2-Person Household149 (82.3%)32 (17.7%)
3-Person Household75 (90.4%)8 (9.6%)
4+ Person Household103 (74.1%)36 (25.9%)
Total Housing Units448 (81.3%)103 (18.7%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Waskom

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Waskom
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School96 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma196 (70.0%)84 (30.0%)
College/Associate Degree139 (90.3%)15 (9.7%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher17 (80.9%)4 (19.1%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Waskom

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Waskom
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years9016.3%
35 to 44 Years5710.3%
45 to 54 Years519.3%
55 to 64 Years13524.5%
65 to 74 Years397.1%
75 to 84 Years13123.8%
85 Years and Over488.7%
Total551100.0%

Housing Finances in Waskom

Median Income by Occupancy in Waskom

Median Income by Occupancy in Waskom
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied448 (81.3%)$47,000
Renter-Occupied103 (18.7%)$0
Average551 (100.0%)$47,313

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Waskom

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Waskom
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $9,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $14,99940 (8.9%)6 (5.8%)
$15,000 to $19,9997 (1.6%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $24,99960 (13.4%)21 (20.4%)
$25,000 to $34,99983 (18.5%)5 (4.9%)
$35,000 to $49,99938 (8.5%)17 (16.5%)
$50,000 to $74,99953 (11.8%)7 (6.8%)
$75,000 to $99,999123 (27.5%)27 (26.2%)
$100,000 to $149,99921 (4.7%)20 (19.4%)
$150,000 or more23 (5.1%)0 (0.0%)
Total448 (100.0%)103 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Waskom

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Waskom
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30088 (19.6%)0 (0.0%)
$300 to $499212 (47.3%)0 (0.0%)
$500 to $79937 (8.3%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $99939 (8.7%)20 (19.4%)
$1,000 to $1,49938 (8.5%)24 (23.3%)
$1,500 to $1,99916 (3.6%)28 (27.2%)
$2,000 to $2,49911 (2.5%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more7 (1.6%)0 (0.0%)
Total448 (100.0%)103 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Waskom

Housing Structures in Waskom

Housing Structures in Waskom
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached34362.3%
Single Unit, Attached61.1%
2 Unit Apartments00.0%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments71.3%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments203.6%
10 or more Apartments00.0%
Mobile Home / Other17531.8%
Total551100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Waskom

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Waskom
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached277 (80.8%)66 (19.2%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)6 (100.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)7 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)20 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mobile Home / Other171 (97.7%)4 (2.3%)
Total448 (81.3%)103 (18.7%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Waskom

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Waskom
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
4 or 5 Rooms164 (36.6%)83 (80.6%)
6 or 7 Rooms244 (54.5%)20 (19.4%)
8 or more Rooms40 (8.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total448 (100.0%)103 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Waskom

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Waskom
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas125 (27.9%)48 (46.6%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity323 (72.1%)55 (53.4%)
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 Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total448 (100.0%)103 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Waskom

Household Vehicle Usage in Waskom
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle23 (5.1%)28 (27.2%)
1 Vehicle157 (35.0%)35 (34.0%)
2 Vehicles165 (36.8%)9 (8.7%)
3 or more Vehicles103 (23.0%)31 (30.1%)
Total448 (100.0%)103 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Waskom

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Waskom

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units331117
Median Property Value$85,700$0
Median Household Income--
Monthly Housing Costs$342$7
Real Estate Taxes$424$0

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Waskom

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Waskom
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00085 (25.7%)18 (15.4%)
$50,000 to $99,999158 (47.7%)45 (38.5%)
$100,000 to $299,99961 (18.4%)47 (40.2%)
$300,000 to $499,99927 (8.2%)0 (0.0%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)7 (6.0%)
Total331 (100.0%)117 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Waskom

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Waskom
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,999100 (30.2%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99965 (19.6%)7 (6.0%)
$35,000 to $49,99913 (3.9%)18 (15.4%)
$50,000 to $74,99925 (7.5%)25 (21.4%)
$75,000 to $99,99984 (25.4%)28 (23.9%)
$100,000 to $149,99921 (6.3%)39 (33.3%)
$150,000 or more23 (7.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total331 (100.0%)117 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Waskom

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Waskom
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x168 (50.8%)61,042 (52,172.6%)
2.0x to 2.9x47 (14.2%)58 (49.6%)
3.0x to 3.9x26 (7.9%)32 (27.4%)
4.0x or more90 (27.2%)20 (17.1%)
Total331 (100.0%)117 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Waskom

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Waskom
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800165 (49.8%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49999 (29.9%)63 (53.8%)
$800 to $1,49911 (3.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total331 (100.0%)117 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Waskom

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Waskom

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Waskom
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years133 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years250 (91.9%)22 (8.1%)
19 to 25 Years155 (98.7%)2 (1.3%)
26 to 34 Years296 (83.9%)57 (16.2%)
35 to 44 Years107 (66.5%)54 (33.5%)
45 to 54 Years73 (78.5%)20 (21.5%)
55 to 64 Years233 (95.9%)10 (4.1%)
65 to 74 Years47 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older223 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,517 (90.2%)165 (9.8%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Waskom

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Waskom
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born133 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen250 (91.9%)22 (8.1%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen155 (98.7%)2 (1.3%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Waskom

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Waskom
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000168 (75.7%)54 (24.3%)
$25,000 to $49,999319 (87.4%)46 (12.6%)
$50,000 to $74,999250 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,999456 (87.5%)65 (12.5%)
$100,000 and over324 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Waskom

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Waskom
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 666 (49.6%)67 (50.4%)
6 to 18 Years204 (75.0%)46 (16.9%)
19 to 25 Years48 (30.6%)119 (75.8%)
25 to 34 Years19 (5.4%)284 (80.4%)
35 to 44 Years22 (13.7%)103 (64.0%)
45 to 54 Years52 (55.9%)54 (58.1%)
55 to 64 Years93 (38.3%)190 (78.2%)
65 to 74 Years47 (100.0%)21 (44.7%)
75 Years and over223 (100.0%)84 (37.7%)
Total774 (46.0%)968 (57.6%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Waskom

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Waskom
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years14 (11.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years6 (2.5%)7 (2.6%)
35 to 64 Years46 (17.8%)35 (14.7%)
65 to 74 Years26 (70.3%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over53 (53.5%)90 (72.6%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Waskom

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Waskom: <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%)7 (2.6%)
35 to 64 Years25 (9.7%)2 (0.8%)
65 to 74 Years23 (62.2%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over8 (8.1%)25 (20.2%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Waskom: <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 Years0 (0.0%)7 (2.9%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Waskom: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years7 (5.5%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years6 (2.5%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)17 (7.1%)
65 to 74 Years26 (70.3%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over21 (21.2%)13 (10.5%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Waskom: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years7 (5.5%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years19 (7.3%)11 (4.6%)
65 to 74 Years26 (70.3%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over49 (49.5%)74 (59.7%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Waskom: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years7 (5.5%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)3 (1.3%)
65 to 74 Years23 (62.2%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over8 (8.1%)50 (40.3%)

Technology Access in Waskom

Computing Device Access in Waskom

Computing Device Access in Waskom
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop32358.6%
Smartphone41976.0%
Tablet27449.7%
No Computing Device12021.8%
Total551100.0%

Internet Access in Waskom

Internet Access in Waskom
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home24945.2%
Cellular Data Only9216.7%
Satellite Internet498.9%
No Internet18934.3%
Total551100.0%

Waskom Summary

Waskom, Texas is a small town located in Harrison County, Texas, United States. It is situated on the border of Texas and Louisiana, and is part of the Longview-Marshall Metropolitan Statistical Area. The population of Waskom was 1,741 at the 2010 census.

History

The area that is now Waskom was first settled in the early 1800s by a group of settlers from the United States. The town was originally known as "Waskom Station" and was a stop on the Texas and Pacific Railway. The town was officially incorporated in 1873 and was named after the Waskom family, who were early settlers in the area.
In the late 1800s, Waskom was a thriving community with a population of over 1,000 people. The town was home to several businesses, including a cotton gin, a sawmill, a gristmill, and a blacksmith shop. The town also had a school, a post office, and a church.
In the early 1900s, Waskom experienced a period of decline due to the Great Depression and the Dust Bowl. The population of the town decreased to just over 500 people by the 1940s.
In the 1950s, Waskom began to experience a period of growth and development. The town was home to several new businesses, including a grocery store, a hardware store, and a bank. The population of the town increased to over 1,000 people by the 1960s.

Geography

Waskom is located at 32°45'25" North, 94°17'45" West (32.756944, -94.295833). The town is situated on the border of Texas and Louisiana, and is part of the Longview-Marshall Metropolitan Statistical Area.
The town has a total area of 1.2 square miles, all of which is land. The town is located in the East Texas Piney Woods region and is surrounded by forests and rolling hills.

Economy

The economy of Waskom is largely based on agriculture and timber production. The town is home to several farms and ranches, as well as several timber companies. The town is also home to several small businesses, including a grocery store, a hardware store, and a bank.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Waskom was 1,741. The racial makeup of the town was 79.3% White, 17.2% African American, 0.7% Native American, 0.3% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, and 2.4% from other races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 4.2% of the population.
The median household income in Waskom was $37,917, and the median family income was $45,625. The per capita income for the town was $17,945. About 17.2% of families and 20.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 28.3% of those under age 18 and 11.2% of those age 65 or over.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Waskom?
Total Population of Waskom is 1,682.
What is the Total Male Population of Waskom?
Total Male Population of Waskom is 821.
What is the Total Female Population of Waskom?
Total Female Population of Waskom is 861.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Waskom?
There are 95.35 Males per 100 Females in Waskom.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Waskom?
There are 104.87 Females per 100 Males in Waskom.
What is the Median Population Age in Waskom?
Median Population Age in Waskom is 32.9 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Waskom
Average Family Size in Waskom is 3.6 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Waskom
Average Household Size in Waskom is 3.0 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Waskom?
Per Capita income in Waskom is $22,688.
What is the Median Family Income in Waskom?
Median Family Income in Waskom is $62,279.
What is the Median Household income in Waskom?
Median Household Income in Waskom is $47,313.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Waskom?
Income or Wage Gap in Waskom is 51.8%.
Women in Waskom earn 48.2 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Waskom?
Inequality or Gini Index in Waskom is 0.38.
How Large is the Labor Force in Waskom?
There are 690 People in the Labor Forcein in Waskom.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Waskom?
52.5% of People are in the Labor Force in Waskom.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Waskom?
Unemployment Rate in Waskom is 5.4%.