The United States Department of Agriculture has rated the natural amenities of this region. On a scale of one to seven, Ward county is rated a 4. The average temperature during the month of June is 84.8℉ and the average temperature in January is 44.1℉. The typical humidity of this area is approximately 29% and the area covered by water is 0.03%. The overall influence score for Ward is 6.
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Ward County is located in West Texas, and has a population of 10,878 people. The median age is 33 years old, with 51.3% of the population being male and 48.7% being female. The racial makeup of the county is 82.5% White, 2.6% African American, 0.4% Native American, 0.9% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 11.2% from other races, and 2.3% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race make up 25.8% of the population.
The median household income in Ward County is $44,637 and the median family income is $46,578. The poverty rate is 17%, with 22.9% of those under 18 living below the poverty line and 16.2% of those 65 and over living below the poverty line.
Living conditions in Ward County are generally rural with many people living in small towns or on farms/ranches outside of town limits. The climate is semi-arid with hot summers and mild winters, making it ideal for farming and ranching activities such as cattle raising and cotton production.
The quality of life in Ward County is good overall with access to amenities such as healthcare facilities, schools, libraries, parks and recreational activities. The county also has a low crime rate which makes it a safe place to live and raise a family.
Texas USDA Rural Development State OfficeFeatured Property from USDA Loan Eligible Regions of Texas
101 South Main Street, Suite 102
Temple, Texas 76501
Phone: (254) 742-9700
Fax: (844) 496-8123