Where does this demographic data come from?

All demographic data comes from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, which samples about 3.5 million households annually. The 5-year estimates provide the most reliable data for small geographies like municipalities.

What is the difference between Census data and ACS data?

The decennial Census (conducted every 10 years) is a full population count focusing on basic demographics. The ACS is an ongoing survey that collects detailed data on income, education, housing, commute patterns, and more. ACS data is updated annually but represents averages over a 5-year period.

How accurate is this data for small towns?

For smaller municipalities, ACS estimates have wider margins of error because fewer residents are sampled. The 5-year estimates reduce this uncertainty by averaging over a longer period. For towns under 5,000 people, treat specific numbers as approximations rather than precise counts.

Hooks, TX

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Demographicsi2024 ACS 5-Year EstimatesCensus

2,299population

34.7median age

This community is a community of 2,299 with a median age of 34.7. The population is predominantly White (63.3%) with a significant Black community (26.4%). Median household income is $43,555. 91.5% of adults hold a high school diploma or higher, and 13.5% have a bachelor's degree. The homeownership rate is 58%, with a median home value of $69,800.

Race & Ethnicityi

White

63.3%1,456

Black

26.4%608

Two or More

5.2%120

Hispanic/Latino

4.7%107

American Indian/Alaska Native

0.3%8

Educational Attainment (Age 25+)i

GED/Alternative

5.5%80

High School Diploma

44.7%652

Some College (<1 yr)

9.6%140

Some College (1+ yr)

8.8%128

Associate's Degree

9.5%139

Bachelor's Degree

11.6%169

Master's Degree

1%15

Professional Degree

0.9%13

HS or Higher

91.5%

BA or Higher

13.5%

Graduate+

1.9%

Housingi

$69,800median home value

$1,011median rent

58%homeownership

1,196total units

20.8%vacancy

Tenure

Owner 58%

Renter 42%

Home Values

Under $50K

33%181

$50K–$100K

28.1%154

$100K–$150K

11.5%63

$150K–$200K

23.7%130

$200K–$300K

2.6%14

$300K–$500K

1.3%7

Rent Distribution

Under $500

$500–$750

$750–$1,000

$1,000–$1,250

$1,250–$1,500

$1,500–$2,000

$2,000+

Year Built

2020 or later

1.5%18

2010–2019

3.2%38

2000–2009

6.9%82

1990–1999

8.9%106

1980–1989

17.5%209

1970–1979

12.8%153

1960–1969

16.1%193

1950–1959

16.7%200

1940–1949

12.5%150

1939 or earlier

3.9%47

Heating Fuel

Electricity

50.7%480

Utility Gas

47.9%454

No Fuel

1.4%13

Household Economyi

$43,555median household income

$25,651per capita income

25.1%poverty rate

5.8%unemployment

1,040labor force

Household Income Distribution

Under $10K

5.7%54

$10K–$15K

5.8%55

$15K–$20K

4.1%39

$20K–$25K

12.9%122

$25K–$30K

9.2%87

$30K–$35K

1.2%11

$35K–$40K

9.2%87

$40K–$45K

3.9%37

$45K–$50K

2.3%22

$50K–$60K

10.6%100

$60K–$75K

7.4%70

$75K–$100K

8.4%80

$100K–$125K

4.5%43

$125K–$150K

9.4%89

$150K–$200K

4.5%43

$200K+

0.8%8

Federally Subsidized Housingi

HUD

The federal government helps low-income families, seniors, and people with disabilities afford housing through several programs. Residents typically pay about 30% of their income toward rent, with the government covering the rest. This data shows how many households in this community receive that assistance.

Subsidized Homesi

Residentsi

Avg. Tenant Renti

$329/mo

Avg. Waitlisti

22 months

Programs in this community

Housing Choice Vouchers24 homes82% occupied$329/mo rent

Rental vouchers (Section 8) that help tenants pay for private-market housing

Household Incomei

Based on area median of $43,555/yr

Extremely low incomeUnder $13K/yr

74%

Very low income$13K–$22K/yr

26%

Who Receives This Housing

79% of subsidized households are headed by a single mother

95% of subsidized households are minority

21% of subsidized households include someone with a disability

16% of subsidized households include a senior (62+)

Ancestry & Heritage

Self-reported ancestry groups. Residents may report multiple ancestries, so totals may exceed 100%.

Foreign-Born Populationi

Foreign-Borni

552.4%

By Region

Top Countries

Mexico

Commute & Transportationi

Workersi

980

Avg. Commutei

18.6 min

How People Get to Work

Travel Time to Work

Workforce

Total Employed

980

Occupations

Industries

Social Characteristicsi

Marital Status (15+)i

Veteransi

127(7.7% of civilian adults)

Health Insurancei

88.1%Insured

11.9%Uninsured