Garland, TX
GARLAND, TEXAS: Demographic and Financial Snapshot
(Last updated on 1.26.21)
AGE IN GARLAND, TEXAS
| Age Range | Population | Percent |
| 20 to 24 years | 16,601 | 7.0% |
| 25 to 29 years | 16,507 | 6.9% |
| 30 to 34 years | 16,746 | 7.0% |
| 35 to 39 years | 15,113 | 6.4% |
| 40 to 44 years | 15,632 | 6.6% |
| 45 to 49 years | 15,182 | 6.4% |
| 50 to 54 years | 15,680 | 6.6% |
| 55 to 59 years | 15,931 | 6.7% |
| 60 to 64 years | 12,489 | 5.2% |
| 65 to 69 years | 10,186 | 4.3% |
| 70 to 74 years | 6,814 | 2.9% |
| 75 to 79 years | 4,557 | 1.9% |
| 80 to 84 years | 3,200 | 1.3% |
| 85+ years | 2,496 | 1.0% |
The median age in Garland is 34.4 years
Source: US Census Data; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Age
ETHNICITY IN GARLAND, TEXAS
| Ethnicity | Population | Percent |
| White | 152,039 | 63.9% |
| Black or African American | 33,305 | 14.0% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 1,066 | 0.4% |
| Asian | 26,453 | 11.1% |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander | 66 | 0.0% |
| Other | 16,639 | 7.0% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Race
EDUCATION IN GARLAND, TEXAS
| Education Level | Population | Percent |
| Less than 9th grade | 18,625 | 12.4% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma | 17,062 | 11.3% |
| High school graduate (includes GED) | 35,860 | 23.8% |
| Some college, no degree | 34,284 | 22.8% |
| Associate’s degree | 10,341 | 6.9% |
| Bachelor’s degree | 23,982 | 15.9% |
| Graduate or professional degree | 10,379 | 6.9% |
| High school graduate or higher | 114,846 | 76.3% |
| Bachelor’s degree or higher | 34,361 | 22.8% |
| Less than Bachelor’s degree | 116,172 | 77.2% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Education (population 25+ years)
HOUSEHOLD INCOME IN GARLAND, TEXAS
| Annual Household Income | Percent |
| Less than $10,000 | 4.5% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 3.2% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 8.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 10.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 14.8% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 21.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 14.4% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 14.3% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 4.9% |
| $200,000 or more | 3.4% |
Median household income: $58,999
Mean household income: $73,396
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Household Income
HOUSEHOLD INCOME BY EDUCATION IN GARLAND, TEXAS
| Education Level | Average Income |
| Less than high school graduate | $24,140 |
| High school graduate (includes GED) | $29,501 |
| Some college or Associate’s degree | $35,082 |
| Bachelor’s degree | $49,882 |
| Graduate or professional degree | $60,658 |
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 GARLAND, TEXAS
| Population | Percent | |
| Population 15+ years | 188,793 | NA |
| Never married | 63,311 | 33.5% |
| Now married (except separated) | 89,713 | 47.5% |
| Separated | 3,910 | 2.1% |
| Widowed | 8,661 | 4.6% |
| Divorced | 23,198 | 12.3% |
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 GARLAND, TEXAS
| Population | Percent | |
| Living beneath poverty line | 33,566 | 14.2% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Poverty Rate
HOUSING IN GARLAND, TEXAS
| Owner-occupied housing units | 47,174 |
| Renter-occupied housing units | 28,265 |
| Single-family detached units | 57,207 |
| Homeownership rate | 62.5% |
| Vacancy rate | 5.1% |
| Have Broadband Internet Subscription | 86.0% |
| Average housing value | $169,811 |
| Average monthly owner cost (with mortgage) | $947 |
| Average rent | $947 |
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 GARLAND, TEXAS
| Average income | $73,396 |
| Average household size | 3.15 |
| Percent population 16 years and over in labor force | 69.0% |
| Percent disabled | 9.6% |
| Percent with health coverage | 76.8% |
| Average travel time to work (in minutes) | 29.1 |
| Percent workers using public transportation | 2.3% |
| Percent veterans | 5.1% |
| Percent foreign born | 29.4% |
| Percent speaking Spanish at home | 16.8% |
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 GARLAND, TEXAS
| Total consumer expenditures per household | $64,649.98 |
| Alcoholic beverages | $502.17 |
| Alcoholic beverages consumed at home | $304.16 |
| Beer consumed away from home | $83.50 |
| Wine consumed away from home | $43.49 |
| Apparel & services | $1,906.25 |
| Men’s apparel | $366.71 |
| Women’s apparel | $624.25 |
| Children’s apparel | $304.33 |
| Boys’ apparel | $101.84 |
| Girls’ apparel | $115.72 |
| Footwear | $434.38 |
| Dining out (food away from home) | $3,271.42 |
| Dining out – Breakfast | $336.91 |
| Dining out – Lunch | $1,031.42 |
| Dining out – Dinner | $1,510.18 |
| Education | $1,308.91 |
| Entertainment / recreation | $2,762.38 |
| Club membership fees | $199.18 |
| Dating services | $0.63 |
| Pet food | $214.24 |
| Pet services | $58.86 |
| Food consumed at home | $4,504.80 |
| Bakery products consumed at home | $587.17 |
| Dairy products consumed at home | $455.95 |
| Fruits and vegetables consumed at home | $890.71 |
| Meat, poultry, fish, eggs consumed at home | $1,007.10 |
| Nonalcoholic beverages consumed at home | $438.10 |
| Snacks / other food products consumed at home | $1,563.87 |
| Health care | $4,980.05 |
| Medical services | $939.68 |
| Nonprescription drugs | $121.61 |
| Household Services | $1,776.86 |
| Care for the elderly and handicapped | $53.31 |
| Lawn and garden services | $384.23 |
| Housekeeping services | $161.87 |
| PC repair | $5.78 |
| Housing | $20,355.30 |
| Home improvements | $2,290.42 |
| Utilities, fuel, and public services | $4,244.36 |
| Phone services | $1,552.11 |
| Water | $676.86 |
| Life and other insurance | $363.86 |
| Pensions and social security | $7,036.67 |
| Personal care products and services | $785.79 |
| Hair care products | $94.86 |
| Personal care products | $335.85 |
| Local transportation | $7,491.84 |
| Gasoline | $1,994.92 |
| Vehicle maintenance and repair | $989.23 |
| Travel | $1,906.87 |
| Airline fares | $472.64 |
| Auto / truck rental on trips | $22.64 |
| Lodging on trips | $512.42 |
| Food and drink on trips | $460.53 |
| Entertainment on trips | $162.60 |
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 DALLAS COUNTY (home to GARLAND, TEXAS)
| % with any debt in collections | 46% |
| Average debt in collections | $1,686 |
| % with medical debt in collections | 27% |
| Average medical debt in collections | $885 |
| % with student loan debt | 15% |
| Average student loan debt | $17,969 |
| Average monthly student loan payment | $180 |
| % 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 GARLAND, TEXAS
| Year | Population | Percent |
| January 2019 | 4,701 | 3.7% |
| February 2019 | 4,474 | 3.5% |
| March 2019 | 4,134 | 3.3% |
| April 2019 | 3,662 | 2.9% |
| May 2019 | 3,867 | 3.1% |
| June 2019 | 4,410 | 3.5% |
| July 2019 | 4,542 | 3.6% |
| August 2019 | 4,410 | 3.5% |
| September 2019 | 4,093 | 3.2% |
| October 2019 | 3,996 | 3.1% |
| November 2019 | 4,056 | 3.1% |
| December 2019 | 3,909 | 3.0% |
| January 2020 | 4,280 | 3.3% |
| February 2020 | 4,119 | 3.2% |
| March 2020 | 5,845 | 4.6% |
| April 2020 | 16,146 | 13.5% |
| May 2020 | 15,725 | 12.7% |
| June 2020 | 10,574 | 8.3% |
| July 2020 | 9,762 | 7.7% |
| August 2020 | 8,376 | 6.4% |
| September 2020 | 9,528 | 7.3% |
| October 2020 | 7,532 | 5.8% |
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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