Travis County, TX
Travis County Overview
1,289,054
TOTAL POPULATION
658,063
MALE POPULATION
630,991
FEMALE POPULATION
104.29
MALES / 100 FEMALES
95.89
FEMALES / 100 MALES
35.1
MEDIAN AGE
3.0
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.3
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$54,870
PER CAPITA INCOME
$119,793
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$92,731
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
21.7%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
78.3¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$10,760
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.48
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
770,139
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
73.2%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
4.2%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Race in Travis County
The most populous races in Travis County are White / Caucasian (813,829 | 63.1%), Hispanic or Latino (429,581 | 33.3%), and Two or more Races (152,913 | 11.9%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 92,880 | 7.2% |
| Black / African American | 107,055 | 8.3% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 635 | 0.1% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 429,581 | 33.3% |
| Native / Alaskan | 9,987 | 0.8% |
| White / Caucasian | 813,829 | 63.1% |
| Two or more Races | 152,913 | 11.9% |
| Some other Race | 111,755 | 8.7% |
| Total | 1,289,054 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Travis County
The most populous ancestries reported in Travis County are Mexican (328,619 | 25.5%), German (139,892 | 10.8%), English (119,377 | 9.3%), Irish (105,842 | 8.2%), and European (42,984 | 3.3%), together accounting for 57.1% of all Travis County residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| Afghan | 2,198 | 0.2% |
| African | 8,809 | 0.7% |
| Alaskan Athabascan | 5 | 0.0% |
| Albanian | 359 | 0.0% |
| Aleut | 16 | 0.0% |
| Alsatian | 354 | 0.0% |
| American | 40,079 | 3.1% |
| Apache | 1,181 | 0.1% |
| Arab | 12,881 | 1.0% |
| Argentinean | 1,111 | 0.1% |
| Armenian | 690 | 0.1% |
| Assyrian / Chaldean / Syriac | 133 | 0.0% |
| Australian | 751 | 0.1% |
| Austrian | 2,762 | 0.2% |
| Bahamian | 57 | 0.0% |
| Bangladeshi | 284 | 0.0% |
| Barbadian | 232 | 0.0% |
| Basque | 242 | 0.0% |
| Belgian | 1,493 | 0.1% |
| Belizean | 431 | 0.0% |
| Bhutanese | 6,529 | 0.5% |
| Blackfeet | 230 | 0.0% |
| Bolivian | 744 | 0.1% |
| Brazilian | 1,179 | 0.1% |
| British | 12,824 | 1.0% |
| British West Indian | 64 | 0.0% |
| Bulgarian | 141 | 0.0% |
| Burmese | 8,882 | 0.7% |
| Cajun | 778 | 0.1% |
| Cambodian | 143 | 0.0% |
| Canadian | 2,219 | 0.2% |
| Cape Verdean | 64 | 0.0% |
| Celtic | 220 | 0.0% |
| Central American | 32,393 | 2.5% |
| Central American Indian | 2,239 | 0.2% |
| Cherokee | 4,248 | 0.3% |
| Cheyenne | 103 | 0.0% |
| Chickasaw | 298 | 0.0% |
| Chilean | 982 | 0.1% |
| Chinese | 27 | 0.0% |
| Chippewa | 90 | 0.0% |
| Choctaw | 1,156 | 0.1% |
| Colombian | 4,474 | 0.4% |
| Comanche | 273 | 0.0% |
| Costa Rican | 874 | 0.1% |
| Cree | 46 | 0.0% |
| Creek | 305 | 0.0% |
| Croatian | 816 | 0.1% |
| Crow | 63 | 0.0% |
| Cuban | 9,408 | 0.7% |
| Cypriot | 50 | 0.0% |
| Czech | 10,729 | 0.8% |
| Czechoslovakian | 1,395 | 0.1% |
| Danish | 3,606 | 0.3% |
| Delaware | 84 | 0.0% |
| Dominican | 1,372 | 0.1% |
| Dutch | 8,747 | 0.7% |
| Dutch West Indian | 92 | 0.0% |
| Eastern European | 4,684 | 0.4% |
| Ecuadorian | 1,605 | 0.1% |
| Egyptian | 604 | 0.1% |
| English | 119,377 | 9.3% |
| Estonian | 263 | 0.0% |
| Ethiopian | 1,746 | 0.1% |
| European | 42,984 | 3.3% |
| Filipino | 1,835 | 0.1% |
| Finnish | 1,385 | 0.1% |
| French | 31,882 | 2.5% |
| French American Indian | 110 | 0.0% |
| French Canadian | 3,447 | 0.3% |
| German | 139,892 | 10.8% |
| German Russian | 109 | 0.0% |
| Ghanaian | 444 | 0.0% |
| Greek | 3,811 | 0.3% |
| Guamanian / Chamorro | 992 | 0.1% |
| Guatemalan | 7,198 | 0.6% |
| Guyanese | 183 | 0.0% |
| Haitian | 339 | 0.0% |
| Honduran | 12,214 | 0.9% |
| Hopi | 28 | 0.0% |
| Hungarian | 3,515 | 0.3% |
| Icelander | 303 | 0.0% |
| Indian (Asian) | 22,483 | 1.7% |
| Indonesian | 816 | 0.1% |
| Iranian | 2,615 | 0.2% |
| Iraqi | 1,020 | 0.1% |
| Irish | 105,842 | 8.2% |
| Iroquois | 160 | 0.0% |
| Israeli | 426 | 0.0% |
| Italian | 39,913 | 3.1% |
| Jamaican | 1,445 | 0.1% |
| Japanese | 840 | 0.1% |
| Jordanian | 1,244 | 0.1% |
| Kenyan | 226 | 0.0% |
| Kiowa | 38 | 0.0% |
| Korean | 10,638 | 0.8% |
| Laotian | 504 | 0.0% |
| Latvian | 381 | 0.0% |
| Lebanese | 4,056 | 0.3% |
| Liberian | 82 | 0.0% |
| Lithuanian | 1,413 | 0.1% |
| Lumbee | 51 | 0.0% |
| Luxembourger | 155 | 0.0% |
| Macedonian | 80 | 0.0% |
| Malaysian | 317 | 0.0% |
| Maltese | 175 | 0.0% |
| Menominee | 17 | 0.0% |
| Mexican | 328,619 | 25.5% |
| Mexican American Indian | 3,641 | 0.3% |
| Mongolian | 300 | 0.0% |
| Moroccan | 563 | 0.0% |
| Native Hawaiian | 999 | 0.1% |
| Navajo | 416 | 0.0% |
| New Zealander | 139 | 0.0% |
| Nicaraguan | 1,758 | 0.1% |
| Nigerian | 3,997 | 0.3% |
| Northern European | 3,250 | 0.3% |
| Norwegian | 10,651 | 0.8% |
| Okinawan | 95 | 0.0% |
| Osage | 50 | 0.0% |
| Ottawa | 52 | 0.0% |
| Paiute | 10 | 0.0% |
| Pakistani | 2,020 | 0.2% |
| Palestinian | 389 | 0.0% |
| Panamanian | 1,457 | 0.1% |
| Paraguayan | 158 | 0.0% |
| Pennsylvania German | 181 | 0.0% |
| Peruvian | 1,518 | 0.1% |
| Polish | 22,300 | 1.7% |
| Portuguese | 3,104 | 0.2% |
| Potawatomi | 27 | 0.0% |
| Pueblo | 151 | 0.0% |
| Puerto Rican | 13,941 | 1.1% |
| Romanian | 1,642 | 0.1% |
| Russian | 9,084 | 0.7% |
| Salvadoran | 8,785 | 0.7% |
| Samoan | 478 | 0.0% |
| Scandinavian | 3,545 | 0.3% |
| Scotch-Irish | 14,030 | 1.1% |
| Scottish | 29,663 | 2.3% |
| Seminole | 162 | 0.0% |
| Senegalese | 59 | 0.0% |
| Serbian | 645 | 0.1% |
| Sierra Leonean | 5 | 0.0% |
| Sioux | 704 | 0.1% |
| Slavic | 297 | 0.0% |
| Slovak | 871 | 0.1% |
| Slovene | 687 | 0.1% |
| Somali | 76 | 0.0% |
| South African | 599 | 0.1% |
| South American | 13,931 | 1.1% |
| South American Indian | 138 | 0.0% |
| Soviet Union | 5 | 0.0% |
| Spaniard | 7,140 | 0.5% |
| Spanish | 5,378 | 0.4% |
| Spanish American | 82 | 0.0% |
| Spanish American Indian | 61 | 0.0% |
| Sri Lankan | 16,325 | 1.3% |
| Subsaharan African | 18,292 | 1.4% |
| Sudanese | 94 | 0.0% |
| Swedish | 14,124 | 1.1% |
| Swiss | 3,119 | 0.2% |
| Syrian | 1,509 | 0.1% |
| Thai | 35,624 | 2.8% |
| Tlingit-Haida | 47 | 0.0% |
| Tongan | 34 | 0.0% |
| Trinidadian and Tobagonian | 329 | 0.0% |
| Turkish | 1,606 | 0.1% |
| U.S. Virgin Islander | 25 | 0.0% |
| Ugandan | 49 | 0.0% |
| Ukrainian | 2,732 | 0.2% |
| Uruguayan | 175 | 0.0% |
| Ute | 15 | 0.0% |
| Venezuelan | 3,091 | 0.2% |
| Vietnamese | 362 | 0.0% |
| Welsh | 7,280 | 0.6% |
| West Indian | 504 | 0.0% |
| Yaqui | 183 | 0.0% |
| Yugoslavian | 495 | 0.0% |
| Yuman | 19 | 0.0% | View All 180 Rows |
Immigrants in Travis County
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Travis County came from Latin America (116,393 | 9.0%), Central America (99,277 | 7.7%), Mexico (77,542 | 6.0%), Asia (68,832 | 5.3%), and South Central Asia (30,253 | 2.4%), together accounting for 30.4% of all Travis County residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Afghanistan | 2,235 | 0.2% |
| Africa | 13,877 | 1.1% |
| Albania | 179 | 0.0% |
| Argentina | 520 | 0.0% |
| Asia | 68,832 | 5.3% |
| Australia | 851 | 0.1% |
| Austria | 103 | 0.0% |
| Bahamas | 14 | 0.0% |
| Bangladesh | 449 | 0.0% |
| Barbados | 105 | 0.0% |
| Belarus | 143 | 0.0% |
| Belgium | 229 | 0.0% |
| Belize | 297 | 0.0% |
| Bolivia | 272 | 0.0% |
| Bosnia and Herzegovina | 269 | 0.0% |
| Brazil | 1,491 | 0.1% |
| Bulgaria | 90 | 0.0% |
| Cambodia | 634 | 0.1% |
| Cameroon | 312 | 0.0% |
| Canada | 4,397 | 0.3% |
| Caribbean | 7,627 | 0.6% |
| Central America | 99,277 | 7.7% |
| Chile | 794 | 0.1% |
| China | 11,017 | 0.9% |
| Colombia | 1,944 | 0.2% |
| Congo | 178 | 0.0% |
| Costa Rica | 559 | 0.0% |
| Croatia | 98 | 0.0% |
| Cuba | 5,781 | 0.4% |
| Czechoslovakia | 331 | 0.0% |
| Denmark | 27 | 0.0% |
| Dominica | 64 | 0.0% |
| Dominican Republic | 478 | 0.0% |
| Eastern Africa | 4,023 | 0.3% |
| Eastern Asia | 15,885 | 1.2% |
| Eastern Europe | 5,630 | 0.4% |
| Ecuador | 547 | 0.0% |
| Egypt | 277 | 0.0% |
| El Salvador | 5,617 | 0.4% |
| England | 2,023 | 0.2% |
| Eritrea | 498 | 0.0% |
| Ethiopia | 1,628 | 0.1% |
| Europe | 19,265 | 1.5% |
| France | 1,013 | 0.1% |
| Germany | 2,836 | 0.2% |
| Ghana | 786 | 0.1% |
| Greece | 326 | 0.0% |
| Guatemala | 5,313 | 0.4% |
| Guyana | 91 | 0.0% |
| Haiti | 143 | 0.0% |
| Honduras | 8,071 | 0.6% |
| Hong Kong | 886 | 0.1% |
| Hungary | 479 | 0.0% |
| India | 21,006 | 1.6% |
| Indonesia | 433 | 0.0% |
| Iran | 1,732 | 0.1% |
| Iraq | 1,465 | 0.1% |
| Ireland | 833 | 0.1% |
| Israel | 392 | 0.0% |
| Italy | 464 | 0.0% |
| Jamaica | 320 | 0.0% |
| Japan | 994 | 0.1% |
| Jordan | 573 | 0.0% |
| Kazakhstan | 385 | 0.0% |
| Kenya | 608 | 0.1% |
| Korea | 3,860 | 0.3% |
| Kuwait | 162 | 0.0% |
| Laos | 143 | 0.0% |
| Latin America | 116,393 | 9.0% |
| Latvia | 17 | 0.0% |
| Lebanon | 852 | 0.1% |
| Liberia | 121 | 0.0% |
| Lithuania | 182 | 0.0% |
| Malaysia | 715 | 0.1% |
| Mexico | 77,542 | 6.0% |
| Micronesia | 8 | 0.0% |
| Middle Africa | 724 | 0.1% |
| Moldova | 73 | 0.0% |
| Morocco | 408 | 0.0% |
| Nepal | 1,977 | 0.2% |
| Netherlands | 476 | 0.0% |
| Nicaragua | 1,301 | 0.1% |
| Nigeria | 3,181 | 0.3% |
| North Macedonia | 18 | 0.0% |
| Northern Africa | 2,349 | 0.2% |
| Northern Europe | 6,361 | 0.5% |
| Norway | 134 | 0.0% |
| Oceania | 1,192 | 0.1% |
| Pakistan | 1,805 | 0.1% |
| Panama | 331 | 0.0% |
| Peru | 764 | 0.1% |
| Philippines | 3,614 | 0.3% |
| Poland | 690 | 0.1% |
| Portugal | 108 | 0.0% |
| Romania | 589 | 0.1% |
| Russia | 1,107 | 0.1% |
| Saudi Arabia | 473 | 0.0% |
| Scotland | 377 | 0.0% |
| Senegal | 180 | 0.0% |
| Serbia | 252 | 0.0% |
| Sierra Leone | 91 | 0.0% |
| Singapore | 299 | 0.0% |
| Somalia | 18 | 0.0% |
| South Africa | 632 | 0.1% |
| South America | 9,489 | 0.7% |
| South Central Asia | 30,253 | 2.4% |
| South Eastern Asia | 16,382 | 1.3% |
| Southern Europe | 2,207 | 0.2% |
| Spain | 1,163 | 0.1% |
| Sri Lanka | 314 | 0.0% |
| Sudan | 294 | 0.0% |
| Sweden | 382 | 0.0% |
| Switzerland | 387 | 0.0% |
| Syria | 834 | 0.1% |
| Taiwan | 2,042 | 0.2% |
| Thailand | 1,169 | 0.1% |
| Trinidad and Tobago | 559 | 0.0% |
| Turkey | 1,173 | 0.1% |
| Uganda | 451 | 0.0% |
| Ukraine | 874 | 0.1% |
| Uruguay | 525 | 0.0% |
| Uzbekistan | 211 | 0.0% |
| Venezuela | 2,501 | 0.2% |
| Vietnam | 8,738 | 0.7% |
| West Indies | 90 | 0.0% |
| Western Africa | 5,439 | 0.4% |
| Western Asia | 6,210 | 0.5% |
| Western Europe | 5,056 | 0.4% |
| Yemen | 123 | 0.0% |
| Zaire | 186 | 0.0% |
| Zimbabwe | 65 | 0.0% | View All 131 Rows |
Sex and Age in Travis County
Sex and Age in Travis County
The most populous age groups in Travis County are 30 to 34 Years (68,544 | 10.4%) for men and 30 to 34 Years (61,218 | 9.7%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 37,861 (5.8%) | 36,211 (5.7%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 36,964 (5.6%) | 35,128 (5.6%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 39,287 (6.0%) | 37,283 (5.9%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 40,025 (6.1%) | 39,131 (6.2%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 43,068 (6.5%) | 42,511 (6.7%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 63,912 (9.7%) | 59,600 (9.5%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 68,544 (10.4%) | 61,218 (9.7%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 58,062 (8.8%) | 53,954 (8.6%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 54,100 (8.2%) | 46,411 (7.4%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 47,201 (7.2%) | 42,413 (6.7%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 41,261 (6.3%) | 37,592 (6.0%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 36,004 (5.5%) | 34,992 (5.6%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 31,102 (4.7%) | 31,687 (5.0%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 24,041 (3.6%) | 25,161 (4.0%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 17,166 (2.6%) | 20,240 (3.2%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 9,206 (1.4%) | 11,708 (1.9%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 5,578 (0.9%) | 6,678 (1.1%) |
| 85 Years and over | 4,681 (0.7%) | 9,073 (1.4%) |
| Total | 658,063 (100.0%) | 630,991 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Travis County
Median Family Size in Travis County
The median family size in Travis County is 3.02 persons per family, with married-couple families (230,415 | 76.2%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.08 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (21,196 | 7.0%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.75 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 230,415 (76.2%) | 3.08 |
| Single Male/Father | 21,196 (7.0%) | 2.75 |
| Single Female/Mother | 50,796 (16.8%) | 2.89 |
| Total Families | 302,407 (100.0%) | 3.02 |
Median Household Size in Travis County
The median household size in Travis County is 2.34 persons per household, with single male/father households (21,196 | 3.9%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.14 persons per household. non-family households (235,702 | 43.8%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.37 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 230,415 (42.8%) | 3.10 |
| Single Male/Father | 21,196 (3.9%) | 3.14 |
| Single Female/Mother | 50,796 (9.4%) | 3.12 |
| Non-family | 235,702 (43.8%) | 1.37 |
| Total Households | 538,109 (100.0%) | 2.34 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Travis County
Out of a total of 538,109 households in Travis County, 302,407 (56.2%) are family households, while 235,702 (43.8%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 126,913, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 168,212.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 168,212 (31.3%) |
| 2-Person Households | 126,913 (23.6%) | 56,490 (10.5%) |
| 3-Person Households | 72,619 (13.5%) | 7,064 (1.3%) |
| 4-Person Households | 58,846 (10.9%) | 3,100 (0.6%) |
| 5-Person Households | 27,567 (5.1%) | 570 (0.1%) |
| 6-Person Households | 10,835 (2.0%) | 197 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 5,627 (1.1%) | 69 (0.0%) |
| Total | 302,407 (56.2%) | 235,702 (43.8%) |
Female Fertility in Travis County
Fertility by Age in Travis County
Average fertility rate in Travis County is 45.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 65.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 66.9% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 344 (2.2%) | 9.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 10,595 (66.9%) | 65.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 4,888 (30.9%) | 32.0 |
| Total | 15,827 (100.0%) | 45.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Travis County
76.0% of women with births (15,827) in Travis County are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 15 to 19 years age bracket with 71.8% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 13.7% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 97 (28.2%) | 247 (71.8%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 7,713 (72.8%) | 2,882 (27.2%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 4,218 (86.3%) | 670 (13.7%) |
| Total | 12,029 (76.0%) | 3,798 (24.0%) |
Fertility by Education in Travis County
Average fertility rate in Travis County is 45.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of high school diploma have the highest fertility rate of 60.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of less than high school have the lowest fertility at 34.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of bachelor's degree represent 30.7% of all women with births.
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 1,600 (10.1%) | 34.0 |
| High School Diploma | 2,896 (18.3%) | 60.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 2,879 (18.2%) | 36.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 4,865 (30.7%) | 42.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 3,587 (22.7%) | 58.0 |
| Total | 15,827 (100.0%) | 45.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Travis County
24.0% of women with births in Travis County are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of graduate degree are most likely to be married with 91.1% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are least likely to be married with 42.4% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 1,141 (71.3%) | 459 (28.7%) |
| High School Diploma | 1,793 (61.9%) | 1,103 (38.1%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 1,658 (57.6%) | 1,221 (42.4%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 4,164 (85.6%) | 701 (14.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 3,268 (91.1%) | 319 (8.9%) |
| Total | 12,029 (76.0%) | 3,798 (24.0%) |
Income in Travis County
Income Overview in Travis County
Per Capita Income in Travis County is $54,870, while median incomes of families and households are $119,793 and $92,731 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 1,289,054 | $54,870 |
| Median Family Income | 302,407 | $119,793 |
| Mean Family Income | 302,407 | $159,512 |
| Median Household Income | 538,109 | $92,731 |
| Mean Household Income | 538,109 | $130,157 |
| Income Deficit | 302,407 | $10,760 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 1,289,054 | 21.69% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 1,289,054 | 78.31¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 1,289,054 | 0.48 |
Earnings by Sex in Travis County
Average Earnings in Travis County are $51,588, $57,891 for men and $45,337 for women, a difference of 21.7%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 436,384 (54.5%) | $57,891 |
| Female | 364,638 (45.5%) | $45,337 |
| Total | 801,022 (100.0%) | $51,588 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Travis County
The most common earnings brackets in Travis County are $100,000+ for men (124,454 | 28.5%) and $100,000+ for women (55,406 | 15.2%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 14,724 (3.4%) | 19,518 (5.3%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 8,927 (2.1%) | 11,105 (3.0%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 9,146 (2.1%) | 13,351 (3.7%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 7,307 (1.7%) | 8,287 (2.3%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 8,411 (1.9%) | 12,154 (3.3%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 7,524 (1.7%) | 9,160 (2.5%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 8,339 (1.9%) | 9,153 (2.5%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 7,033 (1.6%) | 7,015 (1.9%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 8,110 (1.9%) | 9,120 (2.5%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 10,696 (2.5%) | 10,402 (2.9%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 20,257 (4.6%) | 20,369 (5.6%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 20,295 (4.6%) | 18,351 (5.0%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 19,107 (4.4%) | 16,468 (4.5%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 18,473 (4.2%) | 16,171 (4.4%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 20,536 (4.7%) | 19,575 (5.4%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 16,996 (3.9%) | 16,186 (4.4%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 33,085 (7.6%) | 33,524 (9.2%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 26,412 (6.0%) | 23,152 (6.4%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 46,552 (10.7%) | 36,171 (9.9%) |
| $100,000+ | 124,454 (28.5%) | 55,406 (15.2%) |
| Total | 436,384 (100.0%) | 364,638 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Travis County
Average earnings in Travis County are $65,485 for men and $50,909 for women, a difference of 22.3%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $114,264, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $33,804. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $71,930, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $23,513.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $33,804 | $23,513 |
| High School Diploma | $42,059 | $30,232 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $54,085 | $41,015 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $85,970 | $59,266 |
| Graduate Degree | $114,264 | $71,930 |
| Total | $65,485 | $50,909 |
Family Income in Travis County
Family Income Brackets in Travis County
According to the Travis County family income data, there are 73,182 families falling into the $200,000+ income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 24.2% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 4,234 families (1.4%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 7,863 | 2.6% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 4,234 | 1.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 9,979 | 3.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 12,096 | 4.0% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 19,959 | 6.6% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 36,591 | 12.1% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 35,382 | 11.7% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 59,877 | 19.8% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 42,942 | 14.2% |
| $200,000+ | 73,182 | 24.2% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Travis County
4-person families (55,853 | 18.5%) account for the highest median family income in Travis County with $147,560 per family, while 2-person families (136,768 | 45.2%) have the highest median income of $53,762 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 136,768 (45.2%) | $107,525 |
| 3-Person Families | 69,826 (23.1%) | $123,829 |
| 4-Person Families | 55,853 (18.5%) | $147,560 |
| 5-Person Families | 25,453 (8.4%) | $118,107 |
| 6-Person Families | 9,490 (3.1%) | $131,000 |
| 7+ Person Families | 5,017 (1.7%) | $108,030 |
| Total | 302,407 (100.0%) | $119,793 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Travis County
The median family income in Travis County is $119,793, with families comprising 2 earners (152,442) having the highest median family income of $148,031, while families with no earners (25,780) have the lowest median family income of $60,966, accounting for 50.4% and 8.5% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 25,780 (8.5%) | $60,966 |
| 1 Earner | 91,895 (30.4%) | $79,885 |
| 2 Earners | 152,442 (50.4%) | $148,031 |
| 3+ Earners | 32,290 (10.7%) | $141,103 |
| Total | 302,407 (100.0%) | $119,793 |
Household Income in Travis County
Household Income Brackets in Travis County
With 97,936 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in Travis County, accounting for 18.2% of all households. In contrast, only 13,453 households (2.5%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 25,829 | 4.8% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 13,453 | 2.5% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 23,677 | 4.4% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 27,982 | 5.2% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 47,354 | 8.8% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 81,254 | 15.1% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 67,802 | 12.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 97,936 | 18.2% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 60,268 | 11.2% |
| $200,000+ | 92,555 | 17.2% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Travis County
The median household income in Travis County is $92,731, with the highest median household income of $108,474 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 174,650 households (32.5%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $37,912, with 31,015 households (5.8%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 31,015 (5.8%) | $37,912 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 250,228 (46.5%) | $98,142 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 174,650 (32.5%) | $108,474 |
| 65+ Years | 82,216 (15.3%) | $72,829 |
| Total | 538,109 (100.0%) | $92,731 |
Poverty in Travis County
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Travis County
With 10.4% poverty level for males and 12.2% for females among the residents of Travis County, 18 to 24 year old males and 18 to 24 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 12,003 males (22.4%) and 15,809 females (31.5%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 5,262 (14.0%) | 6,031 (16.9%) |
| 5 Years | 820 (10.9%) | 871 (13.6%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 6,774 (14.8%) | 6,834 (15.7%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 2,888 (13.2%) | 2,374 (11.2%) |
| 15 Years | 982 (14.5%) | 785 (10.6%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 2,125 (13.4%) | 1,430 (10.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 12,003 (22.4%) | 15,809 (31.5%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 11,064 (8.4%) | 11,781 (9.8%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 7,620 (6.9%) | 9,695 (9.7%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 5,793 (6.6%) | 6,887 (8.6%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 6,649 (10.0%) | 5,619 (8.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 3,497 (8.6%) | 4,326 (9.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 1,649 (8.8%) | 2,883 (11.1%) |
| Total | 67,126 (10.4%) | 75,325 (12.2%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Travis County
According to the poverty statistics in Travis County, males aged 45 to 54 years and females aged 55 to 64 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 93.4% of males and 91.5% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 32,291 (86.0%) | 29,764 (83.2%) |
| 5 Years | 6,686 (89.1%) | 5,546 (86.4%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 39,086 (85.2%) | 36,774 (84.3%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 19,039 (86.8%) | 18,897 (88.8%) |
| 15 Years | 5,776 (85.5%) | 6,628 (89.4%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 13,757 (86.6%) | 12,848 (90.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 41,502 (77.6%) | 34,445 (68.5%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 120,054 (91.6%) | 108,646 (90.2%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 103,444 (93.1%) | 90,556 (90.3%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 82,169 (93.4%) | 72,991 (91.4%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 60,150 (90.0%) | 60,859 (91.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 37,273 (91.4%) | 40,762 (90.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 17,143 (91.2%) | 23,160 (88.9%) |
| Total | 578,370 (89.6%) | 541,876 (87.8%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Travis County
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Travis County show that 4.1% or 9,504 of the total 230,415 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 25.2%, comprising of 305 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 2.9%, which includes 3,540 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 118,144 (97.1%) | 3,540 (2.9%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 84,045 (96.2%) | 3,369 (3.8%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 17,817 (88.6%) | 2,290 (11.4%) |
| 5 or more Children | 905 (74.8%) | 305 (25.2%) |
| Total | 220,911 (95.9%) | 9,504 (4.1%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Travis County
According to the poverty data in Travis County, 10.9% or 2,313 single-father households and 21.1% or 10,718 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 294 households (20.7%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 2,376 households (50.2%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 553 (6.0%) | 1,844 (9.3%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 1,428 (13.8%) | 6,246 (24.3%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 294 (20.7%) | 2,376 (50.2%) |
| 5 or more Children | 38 (17.8%) | 252 (43.9%) |
| Total | 2,313 (10.9%) | 10,718 (21.1%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Travis County
The poverty data for Travis County shows that 9,504 of the married-couple family households (4.1%) and 13,031 of the single-parent households (18.1%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 305 households (25.2%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 2,670 household (43.4%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 3,540 (2.9%) | 2,397 (8.3%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 3,369 (3.8%) | 7,674 (21.3%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 2,290 (11.4%) | 2,670 (43.4%) |
| 5 or more Children | 305 (25.2%) | 290 (36.8%) |
| Total | 9,504 (4.1%) | 13,031 (18.1%) |
Employment Characteristics in Travis County
Employment by Class of Employer in Travis County
Among the 725,645 employed individuals in Travis County, private company employees (486,322 | 67.0%), state government employees (54,632 | 7.5%), and self-employed (not incorporated) (51,551 | 7.1%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 486,322 | 67.0% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 32,478 | 4.5% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 51,551 | 7.1% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 46,128 | 6.4% |
| Local Government Employees | 41,528 | 5.7% |
| State Government Employees | 54,632 | 7.5% |
| Federal Government Employees | 11,890 | 1.6% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 1,116 | 0.2% |
| Total | 725,645 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Travis County
According to the labor force statistics for Travis County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (1,052,102), 73.2% or 770,139 individuals are in the labor force, with 4.2% or 32,346 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 89.7% or 110,790 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 14.5% or 3,380 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 23,313 (35.9%) | 3,380 (14.5%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 64,612 (75.5%) | 4,911 (7.6%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 110,790 (89.7%) | 4,432 (4.0%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 114,969 (88.6%) | 4,139 (3.6%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 184,686 (86.9%) | 5,910 (3.2%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 143,365 (85.1%) | 5,161 (3.6%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 53,673 (75.6%) | 1,503 (2.8%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 41,504 (66.1%) | 1,785 (4.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 28,754 (33.2%) | 834 (2.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 4,270 (9.1%) | 175 (4.1%) |
| Total | 770,139 (73.2%) | 32,346 (4.2%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Travis County
According to labor force statistics for Travis County, 84.5% of individuals (649,005) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (768,053) are in the labor force, with 3.5% or 22,715 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 89.1% or 376,021 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 5.9% or 5,035 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 47,119 (68.4%) | 3,444 (5.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 85,340 (77.6%) | 6,488 (5.9%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 140,423 (84.0%) | 7,523 (4.5%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 376,021 (89.1%) | 10,551 (2.5%) |
| Total | 649,005 (84.5%) | 26,882 (3.5%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Travis County
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Travis County are Management (109,885 | 14.9%), Community & Social Service (99,054 | 13.4%), Computers, Engineering & Science (90,482 | 12.3%), Business & Financial (65,253 | 8.9%), and Computers & Mathematics (56,150 | 7.6%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Travis County, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (81.1%), Computers & Mathematics (78.3%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (76.1%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Technologists (74.3%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (73.3%), and Education Instruction & Library (66.2%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 65,233 (59.4%) | 44,652 (40.6%) |
| Business & Financial | 29,015 (44.5%) | 36,238 (55.5%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 68,852 (76.1%) | 21,630 (23.9%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 43,979 (78.3%) | 12,171 (21.7%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 20,187 (81.1%) | 4,699 (18.9%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 4,686 (49.6%) | 4,760 (50.4%) |
| Community & Social Service | 40,762 (41.1%) | 58,292 (58.9%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 3,941 (34.6%) | 7,435 (65.4%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 6,995 (49.2%) | 7,225 (50.8%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 15,024 (33.8%) | 29,484 (66.2%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 14,802 (51.1%) | 14,148 (48.9%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 9,591 (26.7%) | 26,307 (73.3%) |
| Health Technologists | 6,992 (25.8%) | 20,163 (74.3%) |
| Total (Category) | 213,453 (53.3%) | 187,119 (46.7%) |
| Total (Overall) | 405,463 (55.0%) | 331,371 (45.0%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Travis County are Food Preparation & Serving (35,921 | 4.9%), Cleaning & Maintenance (21,413 | 2.9%), Personal Care & Service (17,515 | 2.4%), Healthcare Support (12,408 | 1.7%), and Security & Protection (9,019 | 1.2%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Travis County, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (83.6%), Security & Protection (78.1%), and Firefighting & Prevention (75.4%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (79.4%), Personal Care & Service (74.5%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (48.7%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 2,557 (20.6%) | 9,851 (79.4%) |
| Security & Protection | 7,042 (78.1%) | 1,977 (21.9%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 4,576 (75.4%) | 1,493 (24.6%) |
| Law Enforcement | 2,466 (83.6%) | 484 (16.4%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 18,949 (52.7%) | 16,972 (47.2%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 10,976 (51.3%) | 10,437 (48.7%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 4,460 (25.5%) | 13,055 (74.5%) |
| Total (Category) | 43,984 (45.7%) | 52,292 (54.3%) |
| Total (Overall) | 405,463 (55.0%) | 331,371 (45.0%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Travis County are Sales & Related (72,716 | 9.9%), and Office & Administration (66,948 | 9.1%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 40,614 (55.8%) | 32,102 (44.2%) |
| Office & Administration | 20,477 (30.6%) | 46,471 (69.4%) |
| Total (Category) | 61,091 (43.7%) | 78,573 (56.3%) |
| Total (Overall) | 405,463 (55.0%) | 331,371 (45.0%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Travis County are Construction & Extraction (31,994 | 4.3%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (13,614 | 1.8%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (641 | 0.1%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 521 (81.3%) | 120 (18.7%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 31,081 (97.2%) | 913 (2.9%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 13,138 (96.5%) | 476 (3.5%) |
| Total (Category) | 44,740 (96.7%) | 1,509 (3.3%) |
| Total (Overall) | 405,463 (55.0%) | 331,371 (45.0%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Travis County are Transportation (19,759 | 2.7%), Production (19,280 | 2.6%), and Material Moving (15,034 | 2.0%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 13,800 (71.6%) | 5,480 (28.4%) |
| Transportation | 16,629 (84.2%) | 3,130 (15.8%) |
| Material Moving | 11,766 (78.3%) | 3,268 (21.7%) |
| Total (Category) | 42,195 (78.0%) | 11,878 (22.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 405,463 (55.0%) | 331,371 (45.0%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Travis County
Employment Industries in Travis County
The major employment industries in Travis County include Professional & Scientific (120,619 | 16.4%), Health Care & Social Assistance (71,520 | 9.7%), Educational Services (69,714 | 9.5%), Retail Trade (68,467 | 9.3%), and Manufacturing (54,537 | 7.4%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Travis County
The Travis County industries that see more men than women are Construction (87.4%), Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (79.8%), and Transportation & Warehousing (77.6%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (74.3%), Educational Services (62.5%), and Public Administration (53.3%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 881 (73.9%) | 311 (26.1%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 2,358 (79.8%) | 598 (20.2%) |
| Construction | 42,276 (87.4%) | 6,082 (12.6%) |
| Manufacturing | 38,553 (70.7%) | 15,984 (29.3%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 10,245 (70.8%) | 4,223 (29.2%) |
| Retail Trade | 37,936 (55.4%) | 30,531 (44.6%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 19,272 (77.6%) | 5,547 (22.4%) |
| Utilities | 3,391 (71.7%) | 1,341 (28.3%) |
| Information | 15,847 (61.8%) | 9,817 (38.3%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 18,794 (53.4%) | 16,408 (46.6%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 10,230 (54.2%) | 8,645 (45.8%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 73,335 (60.8%) | 47,284 (39.2%) |
| Enterprise Management | 671 (57.1%) | 505 (42.9%) |
| Administrative & Support | 17,512 (55.7%) | 13,932 (44.3%) |
| Educational Services | 26,121 (37.5%) | 43,593 (62.5%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 18,352 (25.7%) | 53,168 (74.3%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 8,585 (53.8%) | 7,367 (46.2%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 25,841 (51.6%) | 24,263 (48.4%) |
| Public Administration | 19,899 (46.7%) | 22,692 (53.3%) |
| Total | 405,463 (55.0%) | 331,371 (45.0%) |
Education in Travis County
School Enrollment in Travis County
The most common levels of schooling among the 311,188 students in Travis County are college / undergraduate (72,506 | 23.3%), middle school (61,183 | 19.7%), and high school (59,955 | 19.3%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 20,009 | 6.4% |
| Kindergarten | 13,988 | 4.5% |
| Elementary School | 57,405 | 18.4% |
| Middle School | 61,183 | 19.7% |
| High School | 59,955 | 19.3% |
| College / Undergraduate | 72,506 | 23.3% |
| Graduate / Professional | 26,142 | 8.4% |
| Total | 311,188 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Travis County
Out of a total of 311,188 students who are enrolled in schools in Travis County, 51,657 (16.6%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 259,531 (83.4%) 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 8,210 (52.5% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 15 to 17 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 38,911 (89.6% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 7,416 (47.5%) | 8,210 (52.5%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 57,926 (84.6%) | 10,515 (15.4%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 65,884 (88.2%) | 8,788 (11.8%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 38,911 (89.6%) | 4,533 (10.4%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 23,140 (82.7%) | 4,828 (17.3%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 32,933 (85.2%) | 5,727 (14.8%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 20,822 (83.2%) | 4,201 (16.8%) |
| 35 Years and over | 12,604 (72.6%) | 4,750 (27.4%) |
| Total | 259,531 (83.4%) | 51,657 (16.6%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Travis County
Business (102,574 | 19.3%), engineering (54,515 | 10.3%), social sciences (49,033 | 9.2%), communications (37,027 | 7.0%), and science & technology (36,082 | 6.8%) are the most common fields of study among 530,260 individuals in Travis County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 33,146 | 6.2% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 27,994 | 5.3% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 16,307 | 3.1% |
| Psychology | 25,782 | 4.9% |
| Social Sciences | 49,033 | 9.2% |
| Engineering | 54,515 | 10.3% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 4,898 | 0.9% |
| Science & Technology | 36,082 | 6.8% |
| Business | 102,574 | 19.3% |
| Education | 32,181 | 6.1% |
| Literature & Languages | 31,036 | 5.9% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 24,422 | 4.6% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 30,162 | 5.7% |
| Communications | 37,027 | 7.0% |
| Arts & Humanities | 25,101 | 4.7% |
| Total | 530,260 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Travis County
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Travis County
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Travis County are males with 2 vehicles (184,521, accounting for 46.3%) and females with 2 vehicles (146,436, making up 57.4%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 11,386 (2.9%) | 6,412 (2.0%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 96,130 (24.1%) | 92,216 (28.7%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 184,521 (46.3%) | 146,436 (45.6%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 68,995 (17.3%) | 51,609 (16.1%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 26,928 (6.8%) | 18,269 (5.7%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 10,488 (2.6%) | 6,377 (2.0%) |
| Total | 398,448 (100.0%) | 321,319 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Travis County
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Travis County are 15 to 19 minutes (95,860 commuters, 17.2%), 30 to 34 minutes (93,151 commuters, 16.7%), and 20 to 24 minutes (91,576 commuters, 16.4%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 10,411 | 1.9% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 38,401 | 6.9% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 67,769 | 12.1% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 95,860 | 17.2% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 91,576 | 16.4% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 43,440 | 7.8% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 93,151 | 16.7% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 18,903 | 3.4% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 21,069 | 3.8% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 46,058 | 8.3% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 24,320 | 4.3% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 7,615 | 1.4% |
Commute Time by Sex in Travis County
The most common commute times in Travis County are 30 to 34 minutes (52,129 commuters, 16.8%) for males and 15 to 19 minutes (44,073 commuters, 17.8%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 5,917 (1.9%) | 4,494 (1.8%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 20,387 (6.6%) | 18,014 (7.3%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 37,873 (12.2%) | 29,896 (12.0%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 51,787 (16.7%) | 44,073 (17.8%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 50,686 (16.3%) | 40,890 (16.5%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 23,960 (7.7%) | 19,480 (7.9%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 52,129 (16.8%) | 41,022 (16.5%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 9,979 (3.2%) | 8,924 (3.6%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 11,723 (3.8%) | 9,346 (3.8%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 25,572 (8.2%) | 20,486 (8.3%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 15,455 (5.0%) | 8,865 (3.6%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 5,095 (1.6%) | 2,520 (1.0%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Travis County
The most frequent times of departure to work in Travis County are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (47,246, 15.2%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (40,128, 16.2%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 9,758 (3.1%) | 5,533 (2.2%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 9,498 (3.1%) | 3,921 (1.6%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 10,882 (3.5%) | 6,659 (2.7%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 25,332 (8.2%) | 15,239 (6.1%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 27,013 (8.7%) | 19,967 (8.1%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 47,246 (15.2%) | 40,128 (16.2%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 33,799 (10.9%) | 32,535 (13.1%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 40,460 (13.0%) | 33,979 (13.7%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 24,367 (7.9%) | 22,123 (8.9%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 31,891 (10.3%) | 26,128 (10.5%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 11,921 (3.8%) | 10,146 (4.1%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 5,502 (1.8%) | 3,833 (1.5%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 17,294 (5.6%) | 14,026 (5.7%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 15,600 (5.0%) | 13,793 (5.6%) |
| Total | 310,563 (100.0%) | 248,010 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Travis County
Occupancy by Ownership in Travis County
Of the total 538,109 dwellings in Travis County, owner-occupied units account for 284,583 (52.9%), while renter-occupied units make up 253,526 (47.1%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 284,583 | 52.9% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 253,526 | 47.1% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 538,109 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Travis County
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 168,212 | 31.3% |
| 2-Person Household | 183,403 | 34.1% |
| 3-Person Household | 79,683 | 14.8% |
| 4+ Person Household | 106,811 | 19.9% |
| Total Housing Units | 538,109 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Travis County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 60,570 (36.0%) | 107,642 (64.0%) |
| 2-Person Household | 99,744 (54.4%) | 83,659 (45.6%) |
| 3-Person Household | 50,652 (63.6%) | 29,031 (36.4%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 73,617 (68.9%) | 33,194 (31.1%) |
| Total Housing Units | 284,583 (52.9%) | 253,526 (47.1%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Travis County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 15,825 (42.7%) | 21,241 (57.3%) |
| High School Diploma | 30,065 (45.1%) | 36,571 (54.9%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 56,966 (46.0%) | 67,000 (54.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 181,727 (58.5%) | 128,714 (41.5%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Travis County
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 162,681 | 30.2% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 118,562 | 22.0% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 96,302 | 17.9% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 78,348 | 14.6% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 53,221 | 9.9% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 20,144 | 3.7% |
| 85 Years and Over | 8,851 | 1.6% |
| Total | 538,109 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Travis County
Median Income by Occupancy in Travis County
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 284,583 (52.9%) | $130,177 |
| Renter-Occupied | 253,526 (47.1%) | $64,482 |
| Average | 538,109 (100.0%) | $92,731 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Travis County
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 4,609 (1.6%) | 11,405 (4.5%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 2,358 (0.8%) | 7,274 (2.9%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 2,877 (1.0%) | 10,554 (4.2%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 3,598 (1.3%) | 7,782 (3.1%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 3,839 (1.3%) | 8,708 (3.4%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 9,005 (3.2%) | 19,130 (7.5%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 15,309 (5.4%) | 32,078 (12.7%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 32,201 (11.3%) | 49,314 (19.5%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 32,513 (11.4%) | 35,072 (13.8%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 58,468 (20.5%) | 39,217 (15.5%) |
| $150,000 or more | 119,806 (42.1%) | 32,992 (13.0%) |
| Total | 284,583 (100.0%) | 253,526 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Travis County
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 4,513 (1.6%) | 3,660 (1.4%) |
| $300 to $499 | 9,345 (3.3%) | 2,631 (1.0%) |
| $500 to $799 | 23,487 (8.3%) | 5,561 (2.2%) |
| $800 to $999 | 19,349 (6.8%) | 11,612 (4.6%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 42,672 (15.0%) | 91,896 (36.2%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 47,962 (16.9%) | 77,769 (30.7%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 42,269 (14.8%) | 32,719 (12.9%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 29,018 (10.2%) | 12,671 (5.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 65,968 (23.2%) | 11,089 (4.4%) |
| Total | 284,583 (100.0%) | 253,526 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Travis County
Housing Structures in Travis County
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 286,535 | 53.2% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 23,948 | 4.4% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 13,839 | 2.6% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 19,261 | 3.6% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 28,249 | 5.2% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 148,567 | 27.6% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 17,710 | 3.3% |
| Total | 538,109 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Travis County
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 244,783 (85.4%) | 41,752 (14.6%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 12,177 (50.8%) | 11,771 (49.1%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 1,981 (14.3%) | 11,858 (85.7%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 1,985 (10.3%) | 17,276 (89.7%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 1,965 (7.0%) | 26,284 (93.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 8,965 (6.0%) | 139,602 (94.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 12,727 (71.9%) | 4,983 (28.1%) |
| Total | 284,583 (52.9%) | 253,526 (47.1%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Travis County
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 1,621 (0.6%) | 18,519 (7.3%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 11,926 (4.2%) | 104,817 (41.3%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 86,170 (30.3%) | 94,766 (37.4%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 98,631 (34.7%) | 27,941 (11.0%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 86,235 (30.3%) | 7,483 (2.9%) |
| Total | 284,583 (100.0%) | 253,526 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Travis County
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 150,935 (53.0%) | 64,334 (25.4%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 10,437 (3.7%) | 4,192 (1.7%) |
| Electricity | 120,543 (42.4%) | 182,261 (71.9%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 336 (0.1%) | 206 (0.1%) |
| Coal or Coke | 8 (0.0%) | 30 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 1,725 (0.6%) | 850 (0.3%) |
| No Fuel Used | 599 (0.2%) | 1,653 (0.6%) |
| Total | 284,583 (100.0%) | 253,526 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Travis County
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 4,653 (1.6%) | 24,948 (9.8%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 71,257 (25.0%) | 131,186 (51.7%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 138,242 (48.6%) | 76,817 (30.3%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 70,431 (24.7%) | 20,575 (8.1%) |
| Total | 284,583 (100.0%) | 253,526 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Travis County
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Travis County
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 93,059 | 191,524 |
| Median Property Value | $427,000 | $452,200 |
| Median Household Income | $93,882 | $92,245 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $941 | $62,748 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $6,288 | $3,887 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Travis County
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 5,583 (6.0%) | 3,094 (1.6%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 2,563 (2.8%) | 2,082 (1.1%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 20,529 (22.1%) | 39,080 (20.4%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 27,785 (29.9%) | 67,005 (35.0%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 17,610 (18.9%) | 43,321 (22.6%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 7,894 (8.5%) | 19,003 (9.9%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 11,095 (11.9%) | 17,939 (9.4%) |
| Total | 93,059 (100.0%) | 191,524 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Travis County
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 4,020 (4.3%) | 1,799 (0.9%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 6,876 (7.4%) | 2,947 (1.5%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 5,252 (5.6%) | 3,438 (1.8%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 6,632 (7.1%) | 3,753 (2.0%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 13,726 (14.7%) | 8,677 (4.5%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 12,566 (13.5%) | 18,475 (9.7%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 16,426 (17.6%) | 19,947 (10.4%) |
| $150,000 or more | 27,561 (29.6%) | 42,042 (22.0%) |
| Total | 93,059 (100.0%) | 191,524 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Travis County
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 19,458 (20.9%) | 146,085 (76.3%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 15,103 (16.2%) | 41,576 (21.7%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 11,655 (12.5%) | 50,846 (26.6%) |
| 4.0x or more | 45,730 (49.1%) | 33,690 (17.6%) |
| Total | 93,059 (100.0%) | 191,524 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Travis County
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 6,471 (7.0%) | 838 (0.4%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 3,825 (4.1%) | 3,741 (1.9%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 78,397 (84.2%) | 4,329 (2.3%) |
| Total | 93,059 (100.0%) | 191,524 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Travis County
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Travis County
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 82,502 (93.7%) | 5,509 (6.3%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 175,886 (90.3%) | 18,974 (9.7%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 101,490 (80.5%) | 24,507 (19.5%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 189,674 (82.8%) | 39,342 (17.2%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 179,191 (84.9%) | 31,860 (15.1%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 144,798 (86.3%) | 22,916 (13.7%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 118,826 (89.2%) | 14,437 (10.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 84,348 (98.2%) | 1,510 (1.8%) |
| 75 Years and older | 44,385 (99.0%) | 450 (1.0%) |
| Total | 1,121,100 (87.5%) | 159,505 (12.5%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Travis County
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 82,502 (93.7%) | 5,509 (6.3%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 175,886 (90.3%) | 18,974 (9.7%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 101,490 (80.5%) | 24,507 (19.5%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Travis County
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 87,006 (78.0%) | 24,551 (22.0%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 111,821 (75.4%) | 36,432 (24.6%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 138,055 (81.7%) | 30,850 (18.3%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 131,735 (84.3%) | 24,615 (15.7%) |
| $100,000 and over | 635,490 (94.1%) | 40,115 (5.9%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Travis County
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 28,245 (32.1%) | 57,252 (65.0%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 51,824 (26.6%) | 129,845 (66.6%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 7,910 (6.3%) | 95,455 (75.8%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 15,150 (6.6%) | 178,578 (78.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 14,949 (7.1%) | 168,752 (80.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 14,986 (8.9%) | 134,625 (80.3%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 17,264 (13.0%) | 107,215 (80.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 78,185 (91.1%) | 53,029 (61.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 43,660 (97.4%) | 29,706 (66.3%) |
| Total | 272,173 (21.2%) | 954,457 (74.5%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Travis County
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 299 (0.8%) | 205 (0.6%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 5,897 (6.0%) | 4,175 (4.4%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 12,760 (6.7%) | 11,216 (6.2%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 22,030 (8.3%) | 22,559 (9.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 7,497 (18.4%) | 8,807 (19.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 8,034 (42.7%) | 12,044 (46.3%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Travis County
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 216 (0.6%) | 124 (0.3%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 506 (0.5%) | 381 (0.4%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 2,610 (1.4%) | 806 (0.4%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 6,681 (2.5%) | 3,957 (1.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 3,595 (8.8%) | 1,975 (4.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 4,517 (24.0%) | 4,140 (15.9%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 99 (0.3%) | 98 (0.3%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 754 (0.8%) | 997 (1.1%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 2,518 (1.3%) | 2,222 (1.2%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 5,046 (1.9%) | 4,251 (1.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,050 (2.6%) | 1,075 (2.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 1,202 (6.4%) | 1,879 (7.2%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 4,726 (4.8%) | 3,030 (3.2%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 7,498 (3.9%) | 7,153 (4.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 8,576 (3.2%) | 8,175 (3.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,913 (4.7%) | 1,789 (4.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 1,707 (9.1%) | 3,601 (13.8%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 484 (0.5%) | 417 (0.4%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 1,448 (0.8%) | 1,527 (0.9%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 8,511 (3.2%) | 11,667 (4.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 3,650 (8.9%) | 5,955 (13.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 4,575 (24.3%) | 8,904 (34.2%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 1,142 (1.2%) | 382 (0.4%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 1,138 (0.6%) | 1,194 (0.7%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 3,309 (1.3%) | 3,418 (1.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,395 (3.4%) | 1,489 (3.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 2,115 (11.3%) | 3,244 (12.5%) |
Technology Access in Travis County
Computing Device Access in Travis County
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 474,347 | 88.1% |
| Smartphone | 505,545 | 94.0% |
| Tablet | 375,312 | 69.8% |
| No Computing Device | 15,115 | 2.8% |
| Total | 538,109 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Travis County
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 395 | 0.1% |
| Broadband Home | 441,817 | 82.1% |
| Cellular Data Only | 45,354 | 8.4% |
| Satellite Internet | 26,927 | 5.0% |
| No Internet | 39,631 | 7.4% |
| Total | 538,109 | 100.0% |
Travis County Summary
Travis County, Texas is located in the central part of the state and is part of the Austin-Round Rock metropolitan area. It is the fifth-most populous county in Texas, with a population of 1,241,378 as of the 2019 census. The county seat is Austin, the state capital.
Geography
Travis County is located in the central part of Texas, and is bordered by Bastrop County to the east, Williamson County to the south, Burnet County to the west, and Blanco County to the north. The county covers an area of 1,023 square miles, with the majority of the land being used for agricultural purposes. The Colorado River runs through the county, and there are several lakes and reservoirs, including Lake Travis, Lake Austin, and Lady Bird Lake. The terrain is mostly flat, with some rolling hills in the western part of the county.
History
Travis County was established in 1840, and was named after William Barret Travis, a commander of the Texas Revolution. The county was originally part of Bastrop County, but was later divided into its own county. The county seat was originally located in the town of Waterloo, but was moved to Austin in 1839.
The county has a long history of ranching and farming, and was home to several large ranches, including the 6666 Ranch, the King Ranch, and the XIT Ranch. The county was also home to several Native American tribes, including the Tonkawa, Comanche, and Apache.
Economy
Travis County is home to a diverse economy, with a variety of industries, including technology, healthcare, education, government, and tourism. The county is home to several major employers, including Dell, Apple, IBM, and the University of Texas at Austin.
The county is also home to several major tourist attractions, including the Texas State Capitol, the LBJ Presidential Library, and the Austin Zoo. Tourism is a major contributor to the county’s economy, with over 10 million visitors each year.
Demographics
As of the 2019 census, the population of Travis County was 1,241,378, making it the fifth-most populous county in Texas. The population is racially and ethnically diverse, with the largest racial group being White (47.3%), followed by Hispanic or Latino (30.2%), Black or African American (11.2%), and Asian (7.2%).
The median household income in Travis County is $68,945, and the median home value is $310,000. The county has a poverty rate of 11.3%, and the unemployment rate is 3.2%.
Travis County is a vibrant and diverse county, with a rich history and a strong economy. It is home to a variety of industries, attractions, and people, making it a great place to live and work.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Travis County?
Total Population of Travis County is 1,289,054.
What is the Total Male Population of Travis County?
Total Male Population of Travis County is 658,063.
What is the Total Female Population of Travis County?
Total Female Population of Travis County is 630,991.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Travis County?
There are 104.29 Males per 100 Females in Travis County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Travis County?
There are 95.89 Females per 100 Males in Travis County.
What is the Median Population Age in Travis County?
Median Population Age in Travis County is 35.1 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Travis County
Average Family Size in Travis County is 3.0 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Travis County
Average Household Size in Travis County is 2.3 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Travis County?
Per Capita income in Travis County is $54,870.
What is the Median Family Income in Travis County?
Median Family Income in Travis County is $119,793.
What is the Median Household income in Travis County?
Median Household Income in Travis County is $92,731.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Travis County?
Income or Wage Gap in Travis County is 21.7%.
Women in Travis County earn 78.3 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Travis County?
Family Income Deficit in Travis County is $10,760.
Families that are below poverty line in Travis County earn $10,760 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Travis County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Travis County is 0.48.
How Large is the Labor Force in Travis County?
There are 770,139 People in the Labor Forcein in Travis County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Travis County?
73.2% of People are in the Labor Force in Travis County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Travis County?
Unemployment Rate in Travis County is 4.2%.