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Wilson, TX


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Wilson, Texas

Wilson, Texas, in Lynn county, is 19 miles SE of Lubbock, Texas (center to center) and 258 miles W of Fort Worth, Texas. The city contains a population of approximately 532.

The People and Families of Wilson

In Wilson, about 63% of adults are married. Married couples seem to be the rule in Wilson, at least compared to other cities of its size. The city has a large-family feeling. There are plenty of young children in Wilson.

Unlike most cities, the city has proportionately more males than females.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Wilson had a median family income of $32,000.

Political Inclinations

Among political parties, the Republican party was tops in raising money in Wilson.

Wilson Housing

Wilson has, of course, a mix of various types of housing. Recently 87% of the livable housing units were owner-occupied. Rents in the city tend toward the low side for Texas. You can't avoid taxes, but at least in Wilson the property taxes tend to be lower than most.

Commuting

In Wilson, 95% of commuters drive to work.

High Points

Wilson strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Texas):

CategoryTrophy
Affordability of Rents
(vs. Peers)
Top 1%trophyWilson Affordability of Rents
Racial Diversity
(vs. Peers)
Top 10%Wilson Racial Diversity

Comparative Profile of Wilson, TX

Comparing Wilson to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Texas (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Male Share of the Population1010
Racial Diversity105
Children Under 5 Years Old98
Senior Citizens24
Age of the Population23
Well-Paid Single Men22
Female Share of the Population12

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Average Household Size108
Portion of People Married98

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
College Educated Adults55
Median Family Income23
People Above Poverty12
People in Middle Class or Better12

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Short Commute Times55
Working at Home45
Walking and Biking to Work43
Public Transportation Use33

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Affordability of Rents1010
Affordability of Property Taxes89
Housing Recently Built52
People Living Alone24
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals12
Seasonal and Vacation Housing11
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