Beaumont, TX
BEAUMONT, TEXAS: Demographic and Financial Snapshot
(Last updated on 12.22.20)
AGE IN BEAUMONT, TEXAS
| Age Range | Population | Percent |
| 20 to 24 years | 9,821 | 8.3% |
| 25 to 29 years | 9,751 | 8.2% |
| 30 to 34 years | 7,986 | 6.7% |
| 35 to 39 years | 7,776 | 6.6% |
| 40 to 44 years | 6,113 | 5.2% |
| 45 to 49 years | 6,525 | 5.5% |
| 50 to 54 years | 6,832 | 5.8% |
| 55 to 59 years | 7,495 | 6.3% |
| 60 to 64 years | 6,753 | 5.7% |
| 65 to 69 years | 5,494 | 4.6% |
| 70 to 74 years | 3,931 | 3.3% |
| 75 to 79 years | 3,066 | 2.6% |
| 80 to 84 years | 1,872 | 1.6% |
| 85+ years | 2,200 | 1.9% |
The median age in Beaumont is 34.0 years
Source: US Census Data; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Age
ETHNICITY IN BEAUMONT, TEXAS
| Ethnicity | Population | Percent |
| White | 53,687 | 45.3% |
| Black or African American | 55,408 | 46.8% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 126 | 0.1% |
| Asian | 4,948 | 4.2% |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander | – | 0.0% |
| Other | 2,446 | 2.1% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Race
EDUCATION IN BEAUMONT, TEXAS
| Education Level | Population | Percent |
| Less than 9th grade | 5,183 | 6.7% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma | 5,712 | 7.4% |
| High school graduate (includes GED) | 22,335 | 29.1% |
| Some college, no degree | 17,403 | 22.7% |
| Associate’s degree | 5,115 | 6.7% |
| Bachelor’s degree | 13,695 | 17.8% |
| Graduate or professional degree | 7,346 | 9.6% |
| High school graduate or higher | 65,894 | 85.8% |
| Bachelor’s degree or higher | 21,041 | 27.4% |
| Less than Bachelor’s degree | 55,748 | 72.6% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Education (population 25+ years)
HOUSEHOLD INCOME IN BEAUMONT, TEXAS
| Annual Household Income | Percent |
| Less than $10,000 | 10.4% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 5.9% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 13.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 9.9% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 13.0% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 18.3% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 9.5% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 11.2% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 4.4% |
| $200,000 or more | 4.1% |
Median household income: $47,144
Mean household income: $68,207
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Household Income
HOUSEHOLD INCOME BY EDUCATION IN BEAUMONT, TEXAS
| Education Level | Average Income |
| Less than high school graduate | $23,252 |
| High school graduate (includes GED) | $26,965 |
| Some college or Associate’s degree | $34,191 |
| Bachelor’s degree | $53,691 |
| Graduate or professional degree | $62,321 |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Median earnings in past 12 months by education (population 25+ years with earnings)
MARITAL STATUS IN BEAUMONT, TEXAS
| Population | Percent | |
| Population 15+ years | 91,904 | NA |
| Never married | 35,220 | 38.3% |
| Now married (except separated) | 37,814 | 41.1% |
| Separated | 2,094 | 2.3% |
| Widowed | 5,051 | 5.5% |
| Divorced | 11,725 | 12.8% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Marital Status for population 15 years and over
POVERTY STATUS IN BEAUMONT, TEXAS
| Population | Percent | |
| Living beneath poverty line | 22,836 | 19.9% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Poverty Rate
HOUSING IN BEAUMONT, TEXAS
| Owner-occupied housing units | 25,375 |
| Renter-occupied housing units | 20,858 |
| Single-family detached units | 34,185 |
| Homeownership rate | 54.9% |
| Vacancy rate | 12.0% |
| Renters rate | 67.5% |
| Average housing value | $136,563 |
| Average monthly owner cost (with mortgage) | $699 |
| Average rent | $684 |
Source: US Census; https://cbb.census.gov/rae/#
Survey/Program: 2009-2013 and the 2014-2018 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates
Data Point: Housing Characteristics
SOCIOECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS IN BEAUMONT, TEXAS
| Average income | $68,207 |
| Average household size | 2.48 |
| Percent population 16 years and over in labor force | 60.2% |
| Percent disabled | 14.4% |
| Percent with health coverage | 80.0% |
| Average travel time to work (in minutes) | 18.6 |
| Percent workers using public transportation | 0.6% |
| Percent veterans | 7.5% |
| Percent foreign born | 10.5% |
| Percent speaking Spanish at home | 5.2% |
Source: US Census; https://cbb.census.gov/rae/#
Survey/Program: 2009-2013 and the 2014-2018 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates
Data Point: Socioeconomic Characteristics
CONSUMER SPENDING IN BEAUMONT, TEXAS
| Total consumer expenditures per household | $59,430.98 |
| Alcoholic beverages | $450.44 |
| Alcoholic beverages consumed at home | $266.64 |
| Beer consumed away from home | $80.27 |
| Wine consumed away from home | $38.53 |
| Apparel & services | $1,722.59 |
| Men’s apparel | $328.50 |
| Women’s apparel | $576.25 |
| Children’s apparel | $263.95 |
| Boys’ apparel | $90.70 |
| Girls’ apparel | $100.07 |
| Footwear | $393.01 |
| Dining out (food away from home) | $2,953.74 |
| Dining out – Breakfast | $301.64 |
| Dining out – Lunch | $922.00 |
| Dining out – Dinner | $1,366.54 |
| Education | $1,205.49 |
| Entertainment / recreation | $2,566.87 |
| Club membership fees | $176.23 |
| Dating services | $0.69 |
| Pet food | $208.71 |
| Pet services | $49.92 |
| Food consumed at home | $4,190.37 |
| Bakery products consumed at home | $550.44 |
| Dairy products consumed at home | $426.99 |
| Fruits and vegetables consumed at home | $808.99 |
| Meat, poultry, fish, eggs consumed at home | $932.45 |
| Nonalcoholic beverages consumed at home | $417.44 |
| Snacks / other food products consumed at home | $1,471.49 |
| Health care | $4,785.22 |
| Medical services | $867.84 |
| Nonprescription drugs | $118.44 |
| Household Services | $1,612.77 |
| Care for the elderly and handicapped | $64.35 |
| Lawn and garden services | $347.09 |
| Housekeeping services | $132.45 |
| PC repair | $5.45 |
| Housing | $18,659.17 |
| Home improvements | $1,967.83 |
| Utilities, fuel, and public services | $4,025.94 |
| Phone services | $1,452.36 |
| Water | $587.06 |
| Life and other insurance | $357.12 |
| Pensions and social security | $6,217.20 |
| Personal care products and services | $717.47 |
| Hair care products | $86.81 |
| Personal care products | $304.44 |
| Local transportation | $6,969.16 |
| Gasoline | $1,822.19 |
| Vehicle maintenance and repair | $949.01 |
| Travel | $1,687.65 |
| Airline fares | $404.67 |
| Auto / truck rental on trips | $19.89 |
| Lodging on trips | $462.24 |
| Food and drink on trips | $409.59 |
| Entertainment on trips | $145.00 |
Source: US Census; https://cbb.census.gov/rae/#
Survey/Program: 2009-2013 and the 2014-2018 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates
Data Point: Consumer Spending (Consumer expenditures per household)
DEBT IN JEFFERSON COUNTY (home to BEAUMONT, TEXAS)
| % with any debt in collections | 40% |
| Average debt in collections | $1,757 |
| % with medical debt in collections | 21% |
| Average medical debt in collections | $648 |
| % with student loan debt | 18% |
| Average student loan debt | $20,997 |
| Average monthly student loan payment | $175 |
| % with auto debt | 28% |
Source: Urban Institute; https://apps.urban.org/features/debt-interactive-map/
Survey/Program: Data from credit bureau data (2018) + the US Census Bureau’s American Community Survey (2017)
Data Point: Consumer Debt
UNEMPLOYMENT IN BEAUMONT, TEXAS
| Year | Population | Percent |
| January 2019 | 2,963 | 5.7% |
| February 2019 | 2,787 | 5.4% |
| March 2019 | 2,522 | 4.9% |
| April 2019 | 2,213 | 4.3% |
| May 2019 | 2,334 | 4.6% |
| June 2019 | 2,829 | 5.5% |
| July 2019 | 2,932 | 5.7% |
| August 2019 | 2,960 | 5.8% |
| September 2019 | 2,719 | 5.3% |
| October 2019 | 2,735 | 5.3% |
| November 2019 | 2,611 | 5.0% |
| December 2019 | 2,460 | 4.8% |
| January 2020 | 2,731 | 5.3% |
| February 2020 | 2,527 | 4.9% |
| March 2020 | 3,654 | 7.2% |
| April 2020 | 8,495 | 17.7% |
| May 2020 | 8,893 | 17.8% |
| June 2020 | 6,315 | 12.6% |
| July 2020 | 6,141 | 12.2% |
| August 2020 | 5,377 | 10.5% |
| September 2020 | 6,418 | 12.5% |
Source: US Bureau of Labor Statistics; https://www.bls.gov/lau/data.htm
Survey/Program: Local Area Employment Statistics
Data Point: Unemployment totals (not seasonally adjusted)
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