Selma, TX
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Selma Overview
11,067
TOTAL POPULATION
5,598
MALE POPULATION
5,469
FEMALE POPULATION
102.36
MALES / 100 FEMALES
97.70
FEMALES / 100 MALES
32.6
MEDIAN AGE
3.3
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.8
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$39,043
PER CAPITA INCOME
$106,500
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$95,692
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
2.7%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
97.3¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.38
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
6,231
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
75.5%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
4.4%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Race in Selma
The most populous races in Selma are White / Caucasian (4,914 | 44.4%), Hispanic or Latino (3,296 | 29.8%), and Black / African American (2,737 | 24.7%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 611 | 5.5% |
| Black / African American | 2,737 | 24.7% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 22 | 0.2% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 3,296 | 29.8% |
| Native / Alaskan | 106 | 1.0% |
| White / Caucasian | 4,914 | 44.4% |
| Two or more Races | 2,198 | 19.9% |
| Some other Race | 479 | 4.3% |
| Total | 11,067 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Selma
The most populous ancestries reported in Selma are Mexican (2,566 | 23.2%), German (1,181 | 10.7%), Irish (551 | 5.0%), English (494 | 4.5%), and Korean (358 | 3.2%), together accounting for 46.5% of all Selma residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| American | 68 | 0.6% |
| Argentinean | 90 | 0.8% |
| Bhutanese | 73 | 0.7% |
| British | 67 | 0.6% |
| Burmese | 10 | 0.1% |
| Cajun | 18 | 0.2% |
| Central American | 249 | 2.2% |
| Cherokee | 136 | 1.2% |
| Choctaw | 109 | 1.0% |
| Colombian | 40 | 0.4% |
| Cuban | 14 | 0.1% |
| Czech | 12 | 0.1% |
| Dominican | 30 | 0.3% |
| Dutch | 20 | 0.2% |
| English | 494 | 4.5% |
| European | 305 | 2.8% |
| French | 288 | 2.6% |
| French Canadian | 57 | 0.5% |
| German | 1,181 | 10.7% |
| Ghanaian | 54 | 0.5% |
| Guamanian / Chamorro | 41 | 0.4% |
| Guatemalan | 66 | 0.6% |
| Honduran | 109 | 1.0% |
| Indian (Asian) | 49 | 0.4% |
| Irish | 551 | 5.0% |
| Italian | 169 | 1.5% |
| Jamaican | 112 | 1.0% |
| Korean | 358 | 3.2% |
| Mexican | 2,566 | 23.2% |
| Native Hawaiian | 63 | 0.6% |
| Nigerian | 45 | 0.4% |
| Panamanian | 74 | 0.7% |
| Peruvian | 12 | 0.1% |
| Polish | 283 | 2.6% |
| Portuguese | 18 | 0.2% |
| Puerto Rican | 113 | 1.0% |
| Russian | 8 | 0.1% |
| Scandinavian | 154 | 1.4% |
| Scotch-Irish | 30 | 0.3% |
| Scottish | 142 | 1.3% |
| South American | 142 | 1.3% |
| Spaniard | 45 | 0.4% |
| Spanish American | 72 | 0.6% |
| Sri Lankan | 57 | 0.5% |
| Subsaharan African | 99 | 0.9% |
| Swedish | 202 | 1.8% |
| Swiss | 15 | 0.1% |
| Thai | 275 | 2.5% |
| Vietnamese | 64 | 0.6% |
| Welsh | 29 | 0.3% | View All 50 Rows |
Immigrants in Selma
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Selma came from Asia (383 | 3.5%), Latin America (304 | 2.8%), Central America (250 | 2.3%), South Central Asia (193 | 1.7%), and South Eastern Asia (185 | 1.7%), together accounting for 11.9% of all Selma residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Africa | 15 | 0.1% |
| Asia | 383 | 3.5% |
| Bangladesh | 88 | 0.8% |
| Caribbean | 54 | 0.5% |
| Central America | 250 | 2.3% |
| Cuba | 14 | 0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 5 | 0.1% |
| Eastern Europe | 23 | 0.2% |
| Europe | 23 | 0.2% |
| Ghana | 15 | 0.1% |
| Guatemala | 2 | 0.0% |
| Honduras | 51 | 0.5% |
| India | 84 | 0.8% |
| Jamaica | 40 | 0.4% |
| Korea | 5 | 0.1% |
| Latin America | 304 | 2.8% |
| Mexico | 122 | 1.1% |
| Pakistan | 21 | 0.2% |
| Panama | 65 | 0.6% |
| Philippines | 162 | 1.5% |
| Poland | 23 | 0.2% |
| South Central Asia | 193 | 1.7% |
| South Eastern Asia | 185 | 1.7% |
| Vietnam | 23 | 0.2% |
| Western Africa | 15 | 0.1% | View All 25 Rows |
Sex and Age in Selma
Sex and Age in Selma
The most populous age groups in Selma are 25 to 29 Years (671 | 12.0%) for men and 30 to 34 Years (643 | 11.8%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 606 (10.8%) | 547 (10.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 526 (9.4%) | 433 (7.9%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 293 (5.2%) | 232 (4.2%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 376 (6.7%) | 315 (5.8%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 370 (6.6%) | 229 (4.2%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 671 (12.0%) | 301 (5.5%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 477 (8.5%) | 643 (11.8%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 583 (10.4%) | 642 (11.7%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 343 (6.1%) | 414 (7.6%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 279 (5.0%) | 188 (3.4%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 136 (2.4%) | 416 (7.6%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 457 (8.2%) | 330 (6.0%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 126 (2.2%) | 231 (4.2%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 193 (3.5%) | 171 (3.1%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 66 (1.2%) | 184 (3.4%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 42 (0.7%) | 151 (2.8%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 54 (1.0%) | 38 (0.7%) |
| 85 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 4 (0.1%) |
| Total | 5,598 (100.0%) | 5,469 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Selma
Median Family Size in Selma
The median family size in Selma is 3.30 persons per family, with married-couple families (2,174 | 73.2%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.46 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (273 | 9.2%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.78 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 2,174 (73.2%) | 3.46 |
| Single Male/Father | 273 (9.2%) | 2.78 |
| Single Female/Mother | 525 (17.7%) | 2.90 |
| Total Families | 2,972 (100.0%) | 3.30 |
Median Household Size in Selma
The median household size in Selma is 2.81 persons per household, with married-couple households (2,174 | 55.4%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.47 persons per household. non-family households (950 | 24.2%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.14 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 2,174 (55.4%) | 3.47 |
| Single Male/Father | 273 (7.0%) | 3.05 |
| Single Female/Mother | 525 (13.4%) | 3.00 |
| Non-family | 950 (24.2%) | 1.14 |
| Total Households | 3,922 (100.0%) | 2.81 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Selma
Out of a total of 3,922 households in Selma, 2,972 (75.8%) are family households, while 950 (24.2%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 3-person households, comprising 963, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 812.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 812 (20.7%) |
| 2-Person Households | 767 (19.6%) | 138 (3.5%) |
| 3-Person Households | 963 (24.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 4-Person Households | 936 (23.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5-Person Households | 179 (4.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 76 (1.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 51 (1.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,972 (75.8%) | 950 (24.2%) |
Female Fertility in Selma
Fertility by Age in Selma
Average fertility rate in Selma is 103.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 179.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 71.7% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 39 (13.3%) | 124.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 210 (71.7%) | 179.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 44 (15.0%) | 33.0 |
| Total | 293 (100.0%) | 103.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Selma
76.8% of women with births (293) in Selma are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 15 to 19 years age bracket with 100.0% 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 7.1% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 39 (100.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 195 (92.9%) | 15 (7.1%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 30 (68.2%) | 14 (31.8%) |
| Total | 225 (76.8%) | 68 (23.2%) |
Fertility by Education in Selma
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 16 (5.5%) | 47.0 |
| High School Diploma | 10 (3.4%) | 41.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 181 (61.8%) | 153.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 86 (29.3%) | 132.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Total | 293 (100.0%) | 103.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Selma
23.2% of women with births in Selma are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of less than high school are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree are least likely to be married with 33.7% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 16 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 10 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 142 (78.4%) | 39 (21.5%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 57 (66.3%) | 29 (33.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 225 (76.8%) | 68 (23.2%) |
Income in Selma
Income Overview in Selma
Per Capita Income in Selma is $39,043, while median incomes of families and households are $106,500 and $95,692 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 11,067 | $39,043 |
| Median Family Income | 2,972 | $106,500 |
| Mean Family Income | 2,972 | $118,682 |
| Median Household Income | 3,922 | $95,692 |
| Mean Household Income | 3,922 | $109,348 |
| Income Deficit | 2,972 | $0 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 11,067 | 2.69% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 11,067 | 97.31¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 11,067 | 0.38 |
Earnings by Sex in Selma
Average Earnings in Selma are $45,592, $45,721 for men and $44,491 for women, a difference of 2.7%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 3,381 (53.6%) | $45,721 |
| Female | 2,929 (46.4%) | $44,491 |
| Total | 6,310 (100.0%) | $45,592 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Selma
The most common earnings brackets in Selma are $100,000+ for men (531 | 15.7%) and $65,000 to $74,999 for women (606 | 20.7%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 81 (2.4%) | 69 (2.4%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 105 (3.1%) | 25 (0.9%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 28 (0.8%) | 133 (4.5%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 185 (5.5%) | 12 (0.4%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 60 (1.8%) | 38 (1.3%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 14 (0.4%) | 64 (2.2%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 101 (3.0%) | 49 (1.7%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 26 (0.8%) | 74 (2.5%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 24 (0.7%) | 104 (3.5%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 34 (1.2%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 131 (3.9%) | 116 (4.0%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 278 (8.2%) | 269 (9.2%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 384 (11.4%) | 266 (9.1%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 223 (6.6%) | 217 (7.4%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 189 (5.6%) | 25 (0.9%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 34 (1.0%) | 186 (6.4%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 238 (7.0%) | 326 (11.1%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 387 (11.5%) | 606 (20.7%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 362 (10.7%) | 179 (6.1%) |
| $100,000+ | 531 (15.7%) | 137 (4.7%) |
| Total | 3,381 (100.0%) | 2,929 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Selma
Average earnings in Selma are $55,633 for men and $52,443 for women, a difference of 5.7%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $65,598, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $41,875. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $68,538, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $29,267.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | - | - |
| High School Diploma | $41,875 | $29,267 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $58,625 | $41,790 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $56,030 | $58,283 |
| Graduate Degree | $65,598 | $68,538 |
| Total | $55,633 | $52,443 |
Family Income in Selma
Family Income Brackets in Selma
According to the Selma family income data, there are 794 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 26.7% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 36 families (1.2%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 104 | 3.5% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 36 | 1.2% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 134 | 4.5% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 143 | 4.8% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 172 | 5.8% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 392 | 13.2% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 467 | 15.7% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 794 | 26.7% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 559 | 18.8% |
| $200,000+ | 169 | 5.7% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Selma
6-person families (76 | 2.6%) account for the highest median family income in Selma with $158,750 per family, while 2-person families (907 | 30.5%) have the highest median income of $48,125 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 907 (30.5%) | $96,250 |
| 3-Person Families | 823 (27.7%) | $98,451 |
| 4-Person Families | 950 (32.0%) | $110,765 |
| 5-Person Families | 199 (6.7%) | $120,799 |
| 6-Person Families | 76 (2.6%) | $158,750 |
| 7+ Person Families | 17 (0.6%) | $0 |
| Total | 2,972 (100.0%) | $106,500 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Selma
The median family income in Selma is $106,500, with families comprising 3+ earners (351) having the highest median family income of $190,100, while families with no earners (270) have the lowest median family income of $30,181, accounting for 11.8% and 9.1% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 270 (9.1%) | $30,181 |
| 1 Earner | 830 (27.9%) | $71,923 |
| 2 Earners | 1,521 (51.2%) | $116,079 |
| 3+ Earners | 351 (11.8%) | $190,100 |
| Total | 2,972 (100.0%) | $106,500 |
Household Income in Selma
Household Income Brackets in Selma
With 902 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in Selma, accounting for 23.0% of all households. In contrast, only 86 households (2.2%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 106 | 2.7% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 86 | 2.2% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 122 | 3.1% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 224 | 5.7% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 247 | 6.3% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 702 | 17.9% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 706 | 18.0% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 902 | 23.0% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 655 | 16.7% |
| $200,000+ | 169 | 4.3% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Selma
The median household income in Selma is $95,692, with the highest median household income of $98,099 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 1,998 households (50.9%) 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 126 households (3.2%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 126 (3.2%) | $0 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 1,998 (50.9%) | $98,099 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 1,222 (31.2%) | $95,636 |
| 65+ Years | 576 (14.7%) | $85,333 |
| Total | 3,922 (100.0%) | $95,692 |
Poverty in Selma
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Selma
With 9.7% poverty level for males and 7.2% for females among the residents of Selma, 5 year old males and 16 and 17 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 52 males (56.5%) and 39 females (41.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 103 (17.0%) | 57 (10.5%) |
| 5 Years | 52 (56.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 49 (10.3%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 11 (11.3%) | 34 (28.1%) |
| 15 Years | 2 (1.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 20 (13.0%) | 39 (41.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 86 (17.7%) | 54 (14.3%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 128 (11.2%) | 35 (3.7%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 67 (7.2%) | 36 (3.4%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 28 (6.8%) | 13 (2.1%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 39 (6.7%) | 76 (13.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 2 (0.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 538 (9.7%) | 393 (7.2%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Selma
According to the poverty statistics in Selma, males aged 6 to 11 years and females aged 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.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 503 (83.0%) | 488 (89.5%) |
| 5 Years | 40 (43.5%) | 64 (100.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 613 (100.0%) | 425 (89.7%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 86 (88.7%) | 87 (71.9%) |
| 15 Years | 103 (98.1%) | 72 (100.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 134 (87.0%) | 56 (59.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 401 (82.3%) | 323 (85.7%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 1,020 (88.8%) | 909 (96.3%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 859 (92.8%) | 1,020 (96.6%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 387 (93.2%) | 591 (97.9%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 544 (93.3%) | 480 (86.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 255 (99.2%) | 353 (100.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 94 (100.0%) | 183 (100.0%) |
| Total | 5,039 (90.3%) | 5,051 (92.8%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Selma
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Selma show that 4.7% or 103 of the total 2,174 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 8.0%, comprising of 15 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 3.3%, which includes 35 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 881 (94.3%) | 53 (5.7%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 1,017 (96.7%) | 35 (3.3%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 173 (92.0%) | 15 (8.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,071 (95.3%) | 103 (4.7%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Selma
According to the poverty data in Selma, 44.0% or 120 single-father households and 4.0% or 21 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 120 households (100.0%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 21 households (5.2%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 120 (100.0%) | 21 (5.2%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 120 (44.0%) | 21 (4.0%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Selma
The poverty data for Selma shows that 103 of the married-couple family households (4.7%) and 141 of the single-parent households (17.7%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 15 households (8.0%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 141 household (26.8%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 53 (5.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 35 (3.3%) | 141 (26.8%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 15 (8.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 103 (4.7%) | 141 (17.7%) |
Employment Characteristics in Selma
Employment by Class of Employer in Selma
Among the 5,915 employed individuals in Selma, private company employees (3,640 | 61.5%), federal government employees (926 | 15.7%), and local government employees (514 | 8.7%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 3,640 | 61.5% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 67 | 1.1% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 165 | 2.8% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 418 | 7.1% |
| Local Government Employees | 514 | 8.7% |
| State Government Employees | 185 | 3.1% |
| Federal Government Employees | 926 | 15.7% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 5,915 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Selma
According to the labor force statistics for Selma, out of the total population over 16 years of age (8,253), 75.5% or 6,231 individuals are in the labor force, with 4.4% or 274 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 35 to 44 years, with 93.7% or 1,857 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 19.6% or 42 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 214 (41.6%) | 42 (19.6%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 507 (84.6%) | 87 (17.2%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 827 (85.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 848 (75.7%) | 38 (4.5%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,857 (93.7%) | 13 (0.7%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 834 (81.8%) | 73 (8.7%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 604 (76.7%) | 11 (1.9%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 166 (46.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 370 (60.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 6,231 (75.5%) | 274 (4.4%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Selma
According to labor force statistics for Selma, 82.4% of individuals (5,139) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (6,237) are in the labor force, with 2.7% or 139 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 94.3% or 2,368 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with bachelor's degree or higher education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 4.1% or 97 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 261 (85.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 774 (69.9%) | 14 (1.3%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 1,734 (75.0%) | 49 (2.1%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 2,368 (94.3%) | 103 (4.1%) |
| Total | 5,139 (82.4%) | 168 (2.7%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Selma
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Selma are Management (708 | 12.8%), Community & Social Service (583 | 10.5%), Computers, Engineering & Science (529 | 9.5%), Computers & Mathematics (462 | 8.3%), and Education Instruction & Library (436 | 7.9%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Selma, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), Legal Services & Support (100.0%), and Computers & Mathematics (97.8%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Life, Physical & Social Science (100.0%), Education, Arts & Media (100.0%), and Health Technologists (87.4%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 438 (61.9%) | 270 (38.1%) |
| Business & Financial | 131 (37.6%) | 217 (62.4%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 468 (88.5%) | 61 (11.5%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 452 (97.8%) | 10 (2.2%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 16 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 0 (0.0%) | 51 (100.0%) |
| Community & Social Service | 172 (29.5%) | 411 (70.5%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 0 (0.0%) | 41 (100.0%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 17 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 96 (22.0%) | 340 (78.0%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 59 (66.3%) | 30 (33.7%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 55 (13.2%) | 361 (86.8%) |
| Health Technologists | 41 (12.6%) | 285 (87.4%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,264 (48.9%) | 1,320 (51.1%) |
| Total (Overall) | 3,033 (54.7%) | 2,513 (45.3%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Selma are Food Preparation & Serving (213 | 3.8%), Security & Protection (169 | 3.0%), Personal Care & Service (148 | 2.7%), Firefighting & Prevention (134 | 2.4%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (95 | 1.7%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Selma, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (100.0%), Cleaning & Maintenance (93.7%), and Food Preparation & Serving (52.1%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Firefighting & Prevention (73.1%), and Personal Care & Service (72.3%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 0 (0.0%) | 20 (100.0%) |
| Security & Protection | 71 (42.0%) | 98 (58.0%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 36 (26.9%) | 98 (73.1%) |
| Law Enforcement | 35 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 111 (52.1%) | 102 (47.9%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 89 (93.7%) | 6 (6.3%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 41 (27.7%) | 107 (72.3%) |
| Total (Category) | 312 (48.4%) | 333 (51.6%) |
| Total (Overall) | 3,033 (54.7%) | 2,513 (45.3%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Selma are Office & Administration (748 | 13.5%), and Sales & Related (683 | 12.3%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 300 (43.9%) | 383 (56.1%) |
| Office & Administration | 326 (43.6%) | 422 (56.4%) |
| Total (Category) | 626 (43.8%) | 805 (56.2%) |
| Total (Overall) | 3,033 (54.7%) | 2,513 (45.3%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Selma are Installation, Maintenance & Repair (151 | 2.7%), and Construction & Extraction (42 | 0.8%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 42 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 151 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 193 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 3,033 (54.7%) | 2,513 (45.3%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Selma are Material Moving (396 | 7.1%), Transportation (231 | 4.2%), and Production (66 | 1.2%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 35 (53.0%) | 31 (47.0%) |
| Transportation | 207 (89.6%) | 24 (10.4%) |
| Material Moving | 396 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 638 (92.1%) | 55 (7.9%) |
| Total (Overall) | 3,033 (54.7%) | 2,513 (45.3%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Selma
Employment Industries in Selma
The major employment industries in Selma include Health Care & Social Assistance (932 | 16.8%), Transportation & Warehousing (849 | 15.3%), Retail Trade (665 | 12.0%), Educational Services (605 | 10.9%), and Professional & Scientific (508 | 9.2%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Selma
The Selma industries that see more men than women are Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (100.0%), Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (100.0%), and Manufacturing (89.9%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (73.8%), Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (72.3%), and Educational Services (71.4%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 13 (27.7%) | 34 (72.3%) |
| Construction | 108 (63.9%) | 61 (36.1%) |
| Manufacturing | 116 (89.9%) | 13 (10.1%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 39 (34.2%) | 75 (65.8%) |
| Retail Trade | 418 (62.9%) | 247 (37.1%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 762 (89.7%) | 87 (10.2%) |
| Utilities | 102 (82.9%) | 21 (17.1%) |
| Information | 59 (70.2%) | 25 (29.8%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 140 (46.7%) | 160 (53.3%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 42 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 294 (57.9%) | 214 (42.1%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 44 (38.9%) | 69 (61.1%) |
| Educational Services | 173 (28.6%) | 432 (71.4%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 244 (26.2%) | 688 (73.8%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 32 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 142 (41.4%) | 201 (58.6%) |
| Public Administration | 175 (66.5%) | 88 (33.5%) |
| Total | 3,033 (54.7%) | 2,513 (45.3%) |
Education in Selma
School Enrollment in Selma
The most common levels of schooling among the 3,432 students in Selma are college / undergraduate (752 | 21.9%), elementary school (639 | 18.6%), and high school (547 | 15.9%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 348 | 10.1% |
| Kindergarten | 321 | 9.3% |
| Elementary School | 639 | 18.6% |
| Middle School | 428 | 12.5% |
| High School | 547 | 15.9% |
| College / Undergraduate | 752 | 21.9% |
| Graduate / Professional | 397 | 11.6% |
| Total | 3,432 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Selma
Out of a total of 3,432 students who are enrolled in schools in Selma, 525 (15.3%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 2,907 (84.7%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 35 years and over has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 152 (38.1% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 18 to 19 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 183 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 235 (79.4%) | 61 (20.6%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 875 (92.4%) | 72 (7.6%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 500 (95.2%) | 25 (4.8%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 387 (91.3%) | 37 (8.7%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 183 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 226 (85.3%) | 39 (14.7%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 253 (64.4%) | 140 (35.6%) |
| 35 Years and over | 247 (61.9%) | 152 (38.1%) |
| Total | 2,907 (84.7%) | 525 (15.3%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Selma
Business (981 | 31.5%), science & technology (565 | 18.1%), education (433 | 13.9%), bio, nature & agricultural (227 | 7.3%), and engineering (150 | 4.8%) are the most common fields of study among 3,115 individuals in Selma who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 53 | 1.7% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 227 | 7.3% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 87 | 2.8% |
| Psychology | 89 | 2.9% |
| Social Sciences | 61 | 2.0% |
| Engineering | 150 | 4.8% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 56 | 1.8% |
| Science & Technology | 565 | 18.1% |
| Business | 981 | 31.5% |
| Education | 433 | 13.9% |
| Literature & Languages | 84 | 2.7% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 35 | 1.1% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 127 | 4.1% |
| Communications | 49 | 1.6% |
| Arts & Humanities | 118 | 3.8% |
| Total | 3,115 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Selma
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Selma
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Selma are males with 2 vehicles (1,412, accounting for 44.8%) and females with 2 vehicles (1,195, making up 51.2%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 13 (0.4%) | 12 (0.4%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 480 (15.2%) | 628 (22.8%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 1,412 (44.8%) | 1,195 (43.3%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 435 (13.8%) | 369 (13.4%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 644 (20.4%) | 455 (16.5%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 170 (5.4%) | 101 (3.7%) |
| Total | 3,154 (100.0%) | 2,760 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Selma
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Selma are 15 to 19 minutes (855 commuters, 17.3%), 30 to 34 minutes (855 commuters, 17.3%), and 20 to 24 minutes (767 commuters, 15.6%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 49 | 1.0% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 394 | 8.0% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 502 | 10.2% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 855 | 17.3% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 767 | 15.6% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 382 | 7.7% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 855 | 17.3% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 303 | 6.1% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 33 | 0.7% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 442 | 9.0% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 144 | 2.9% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 202 | 4.1% |
Commute Time by Sex in Selma
The most common commute times in Selma are 15 to 19 minutes (500 commuters, 18.8%) for males and 30 to 34 minutes (515 commuters, 22.7%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 0 (0.0%) | 49 (2.2%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 369 (13.9%) | 25 (1.1%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 376 (14.1%) | 126 (5.6%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 500 (18.8%) | 355 (15.7%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 450 (16.9%) | 317 (14.0%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 146 (5.5%) | 236 (10.4%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 340 (12.8%) | 515 (22.7%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 99 (3.7%) | 204 (9.0%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 25 (0.9%) | 8 (0.4%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 160 (6.0%) | 282 (12.4%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 50 (1.9%) | 94 (4.1%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 144 (5.4%) | 58 (2.6%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Selma
The most frequent times of departure to work in Selma are 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM (452, 17.0%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (487, 21.5%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 111 (4.2%) | 41 (1.8%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 218 (8.2%) | 8 (0.4%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 452 (17.0%) | 152 (6.7%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 172 (6.5%) | 142 (6.3%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 137 (5.1%) | 408 (18.0%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 341 (12.8%) | 487 (21.5%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 232 (8.7%) | 233 (10.3%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 182 (6.8%) | 269 (11.9%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 189 (7.1%) | 68 (3.0%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 154 (5.8%) | 89 (3.9%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 49 (1.8%) | 76 (3.4%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 68 (2.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 99 (3.7%) | 212 (9.3%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 255 (9.6%) | 84 (3.7%) |
| Total | 2,659 (100.0%) | 2,269 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Selma
Occupancy by Ownership in Selma
Of the total 3,922 dwellings in Selma, owner-occupied units account for 2,192 (55.9%), while renter-occupied units make up 1,730 (44.1%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 2,192 | 55.9% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 1,730 | 44.1% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 3,922 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Selma
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 812 | 20.7% |
| 2-Person Household | 905 | 23.1% |
| 3-Person Household | 963 | 24.5% |
| 4+ Person Household | 1,242 | 31.7% |
| Total Housing Units | 3,922 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Selma
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 341 (42.0%) | 471 (58.0%) |
| 2-Person Household | 574 (63.4%) | 331 (36.6%) |
| 3-Person Household | 690 (71.7%) | 273 (28.3%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 587 (47.3%) | 655 (52.7%) |
| Total Housing Units | 2,192 (55.9%) | 1,730 (44.1%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Selma
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 187 (92.1%) | 16 (7.9%) |
| High School Diploma | 285 (72.5%) | 108 (27.5%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 635 (41.3%) | 901 (58.7%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 1,085 (60.6%) | 705 (39.4%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Selma
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 1,052 | 26.8% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,072 | 27.3% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 616 | 15.7% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 606 | 15.4% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 396 | 10.1% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 180 | 4.6% |
| 85 Years and Over | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 3,922 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Selma
Median Income by Occupancy in Selma
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 2,192 (55.9%) | $105,222 |
| Renter-Occupied | 1,730 (44.1%) | $78,988 |
| Average | 3,922 (100.0%) | $95,692 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Selma
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 0 (0.0%) | 44 (2.5%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 60 (3.5%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 87 (5.0%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 34 (1.5%) | 43 (2.5%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 45 (2.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 92 (4.2%) | 133 (7.7%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 169 (7.7%) | 80 (4.6%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 308 (14.1%) | 393 (22.7%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 444 (20.3%) | 262 (15.1%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 541 (24.7%) | 363 (21.0%) |
| $150,000 or more | 559 (25.5%) | 265 (15.3%) |
| Total | 2,192 (100.0%) | 1,730 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Selma
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $300 to $499 | 39 (1.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $500 to $799 | 327 (14.9%) | 37 (2.1%) |
| $800 to $999 | 167 (7.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 310 (14.1%) | 402 (23.2%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 706 (32.2%) | 855 (49.4%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 406 (18.5%) | 387 (22.4%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 191 (8.7%) | 16 (0.9%) |
| $3,000 or more | 46 (2.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,192 (100.0%) | 1,730 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Selma
Housing Structures in Selma
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 2,850 | 72.7% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 133 | 3.4% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 0 | 0.0% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 265 | 6.8% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 201 | 5.1% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 473 | 12.1% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 3,922 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Selma
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 2,192 (76.9%) | 658 (23.1%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 0 (0.0%) | 133 (100.0%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 265 (100.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 201 (100.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 473 (100.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,192 (55.9%) | 1,730 (44.1%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Selma
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 0 (0.0%) | 80 (4.6%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 0 (0.0%) | 292 (16.9%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 732 (33.4%) | 856 (49.5%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 1,110 (50.6%) | 465 (26.9%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 350 (16.0%) | 37 (2.1%) |
| Total | 2,192 (100.0%) | 1,730 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Selma
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 233 (10.6%) | 76 (4.4%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 24 (1.1%) | 42 (2.4%) |
| Electricity | 1,935 (88.3%) | 1,612 (93.2%) |
| 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 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,192 (100.0%) | 1,730 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Selma
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 13 (0.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 583 (26.6%) | 740 (42.8%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 933 (42.6%) | 788 (45.6%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 663 (30.2%) | 202 (11.7%) |
| Total | 2,192 (100.0%) | 1,730 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Selma
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Selma
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 472 | 1,720 |
| Median Property Value | $265,100 | $261,300 |
| Median Household Income | $99,186 | $475 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $666 | $46 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $3,938 | $154 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Selma
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 0 (0.0%) | 15 (0.9%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 312 (66.1%) | 1,235 (71.8%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 146 (30.9%) | 470 (27.3%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 14 (3.0%) | 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 | 472 (100.0%) | 1,720 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Selma
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 16 (3.4%) | 79 (4.6%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 50 (10.6%) | 76 (4.4%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 97 (20.5%) | 119 (6.9%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 87 (18.4%) | 211 (12.3%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 138 (29.2%) | 357 (20.8%) |
| $150,000 or more | 84 (17.8%) | 403 (23.4%) |
| Total | 472 (100.0%) | 1,720 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Selma
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 163 (34.5%) | 106,500 (6,191.9%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 84 (17.8%) | 585 (34.0%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 73 (15.5%) | 513 (29.8%) |
| 4.0x or more | 152 (32.2%) | 208 (12.1%) |
| Total | 472 (100.0%) | 1,720 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Selma
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 8 (1.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 456 (96.6%) | 59 (3.4%) |
| Total | 472 (100.0%) | 1,720 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Selma
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Selma
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 1,280 (97.8%) | 29 (2.2%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 1,801 (96.7%) | 61 (3.3%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 1,047 (98.3%) | 18 (1.7%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 1,622 (94.5%) | 95 (5.5%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,619 (98.1%) | 32 (1.9%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 961 (94.9%) | 52 (5.1%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,048 (93.8%) | 69 (6.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 610 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and older | 277 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 10,265 (96.7%) | 356 (3.4%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Selma
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 1,280 (97.8%) | 29 (2.2%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 1,801 (96.7%) | 61 (3.3%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 1,047 (98.3%) | 18 (1.7%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Selma
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 796 (95.1%) | 41 (4.9%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 1,063 (91.0%) | 105 (9.0%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,557 (98.4%) | 25 (1.6%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,598 (92.8%) | 123 (7.1%) |
| $100,000 and over | 5,240 (99.0%) | 53 (1.0%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Selma
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 372 (28.4%) | 908 (69.4%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 445 (23.9%) | 1,356 (72.8%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 95 (8.9%) | 1,008 (94.7%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 133 (7.7%) | 1,514 (88.2%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 389 (23.6%) | 1,546 (93.6%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 244 (24.1%) | 907 (89.5%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 305 (27.3%) | 942 (84.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 588 (96.4%) | 440 (72.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 277 (100.0%) | 123 (44.4%) |
| Total | 2,848 (26.8%) | 8,744 (82.3%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Selma
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 18 (3.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 63 (7.6%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 103 (6.4%) | 116 (9.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 120 (6.7%) | 294 (14.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 2 (0.8%) | 52 (14.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 25 (26.6%) | 108 (59.0%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Selma
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 18 (3.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 96 (6.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 32 (1.8%) | 60 (3.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 11 (6.0%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 18 (3.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 7 (0.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 36 (2.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 25 (26.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 63 (7.6%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 41 (3.2%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 47 (2.6%) | 76 (3.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 25 (26.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 40 (4.8%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 75 (5.9%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 61 (3.4%) | 216 (10.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 2 (0.8%) | 52 (14.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 25 (26.6%) | 49 (26.8%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 40 (4.8%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 75 (5.9%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 47 (2.6%) | 73 (3.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Technology Access in Selma
Computing Device Access in Selma
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 3,611 | 92.1% |
| Smartphone | 3,750 | 95.6% |
| Tablet | 3,313 | 84.5% |
| No Computing Device | 18 | 0.5% |
| Total | 3,922 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Selma
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 27 | 0.7% |
| Broadband Home | 3,342 | 85.2% |
| Cellular Data Only | 313 | 8.0% |
| Satellite Internet | 341 | 8.7% |
| No Internet | 112 | 2.9% |
| Total | 3,922 | 100.0% |
Selma Summary
Selma, Texas is a small town located in Bexar County, Texas, United States. It is situated on the San Antonio River, about 20 miles (32 km) northeast of downtown San Antonio. The population was estimated to be 5,540 in 2019.
History
The area that is now Selma was originally inhabited by the Coahuiltecan Indians. The first European settlers arrived in the area in the late 1700s. The town was founded in 1847 by German immigrants who named it after the city of Selma, Alabama. The town was incorporated in 1876 and was a major stop on the San Antonio and Aransas Pass Railway.
Geography
Selma is located in Bexar County, Texas, United States. It is situated on the San Antonio River, about 20 miles (32 km) northeast of downtown San Antonio. The town has a total area of 4.2 square miles (10.8 km2), all of which is land.
Economy
Selma’s economy is largely based on agriculture and light manufacturing. The town is home to several large employers, including the Selma Industrial Park, which houses a variety of light manufacturing companies. The town is also home to several small businesses, including restaurants, retail stores, and service providers.
Demographics
As of the 2019 census, the population of Selma was estimated to be 5,540. The racial makeup of the town was 79.2% White, 8.2% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.7% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 8.7% from other races, and 2.8% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 18.3% of the population.
Selma is a small town with a rich history and a diverse population. The town is home to a variety of businesses and industries, and its economy is largely based on agriculture and light manufacturing. The town is also home to a variety of cultural and recreational activities, making it an attractive place to live and work.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Selma?
Total Population of Selma is 11,067.
What is the Total Male Population of Selma?
Total Male Population of Selma is 5,598.
What is the Total Female Population of Selma?
Total Female Population of Selma is 5,469.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Selma?
There are 102.36 Males per 100 Females in Selma.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Selma?
There are 97.70 Females per 100 Males in Selma.
What is the Median Population Age in Selma?
Median Population Age in Selma is 32.6 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Selma
Average Family Size in Selma is 3.3 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Selma
Average Household Size in Selma is 2.8 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Selma?
Per Capita income in Selma is $39,043.
What is the Median Family Income in Selma?
Median Family Income in Selma is $106,500.
What is the Median Household income in Selma?
Median Household Income in Selma is $95,692.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Selma?
Income or Wage Gap in Selma is 2.7%.
Women in Selma earn 97.3 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Selma?
Inequality or Gini Index in Selma is 0.38.
How Large is the Labor Force in Selma?
There are 6,231 People in the Labor Forcein in Selma.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Selma?
75.5% of People are in the Labor Force in Selma.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Selma?
Unemployment Rate in Selma is 4.4%.