Odessa, TX
ODESSA, TEXAS: Demographic and Financial Snapshot
(Last updated on 1.8.21)
AGE IN ODESSA, TEXAS
| Age Range | Population | Percent |
| 20 to 24 years | 9,834 | 8.3% |
| 25 to 29 years | 10,546 | 8.9% |
| 30 to 34 years | 9,412 | 7.9% |
| 35 to 39 years | 8,275 | 7.0% |
| 40 to 44 years | 6,567 | 5.5% |
| 45 to 49 years | 6,252 | 5.3% |
| 50 to 54 years | 6,438 | 5.4% |
| 55 to 59 years | 6,327 | 5.3% |
| 60 to 64 years | 5,363 | 4.5% |
| 65 to 69 years | 3,792 | 3.2% |
| 70 to 74 years | 2,706 | 2.3% |
| 75 to 79 years | 1,741 | 1.5% |
| 80 to 84 years | 1,730 | 1.5% |
| 85+ years | 1,735 | 1.5% |
The median age in Odessa is 30.6 years
Source: US Census Data; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Age
ETHNICITY IN ODESSA, TEXAS
| Ethnicity | Population | Percent |
| White | 94,566 | 79.7% |
| Black or African American | 6,457 | 5.4% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 539 | 0.5% |
| Asian | 1,974 | 1.7% |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander | 82 | 0.1% |
| Other | 10,661 | 9.0% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Race
EDUCATION IN ODESSA, TEXAS
| Education Level | Population | Percent |
| Less than 9th grade | 5,424 | 7.7% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma | 8,777 | 12.4% |
| High school graduate (includes GED) | 20,495 | 28.9% |
| Some college, no degree | 17,903 | 25.3% |
| Associate’s degree | 4,792 | 6.8% |
| Bachelor’s degree | 9,579 | 13.5% |
| Graduate or professional degree | 3,914 | 5.5% |
| High school graduate or higher | 56,683 | 80.0% |
| Bachelor’s degree or higher | 13,493 | 19.0% |
| Less than Bachelor’s degree | 57,391 | 81.0% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Education (population 25+ years)
HOUSEHOLD INCOME IN ODESSA, TEXAS
| Annual Household Income | Percent |
| Less than $10,000 | 4.8% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 3.1% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 8.9% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 10.3% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 12.4% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 18.9% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 13.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 16.3% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 5.9% |
| $200,000 or more | 5.8% |
Median household income: $63,145
Mean household income: $85,475
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Household Income
HOUSEHOLD INCOME BY EDUCATION IN ODESSA, TEXAS
| Education Level | Average Income |
| Less than high school graduate | $31,292 |
| High school graduate (includes GED) | $38,025 |
| Some college or Associate’s degree | $41,386 |
| Bachelor’s degree | $53,936 |
| Graduate or professional degree | $58,886 |
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 ODESSA, TEXAS
| Population | Percent | |
| Population 15+ years | 89,215 | NA |
| Never married | 35,028 | 39.3% |
| Now married (except separated) | 36,595 | 41.0% |
| Separated | 2,441 | 2.7% |
| Widowed | 5,163 | 5.8% |
| Divorced | 9,988 | 11.2% |
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 ODESSA, TEXAS
| Population | Percent | |
| Living beneath poverty line | 13,158 | 11.1% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Poverty Rate
HOUSING IN ODESSA, TEXAS
| Owner-occupied housing units | 24,445 |
| Renter-occupied housing units | 15,874 |
| Single-family detached units | 29,563 |
| Homeownership rate | 60.6% |
| Vacancy rate | 9.6% |
| Renters rate | 39.4% |
| Average housing value | $171,815 |
| Average monthly owner cost (with mortgage) | $827 |
| Average rent | $933 |
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 ODESSA, TEXAS
| Average income | $85,475 |
| Average household size | 2.90 |
| Percent population 16 years and over in labor force | 70.1% |
| Percent disabled | 11.6% |
| Percent with health coverage | 81.1% |
| Average travel time to work (in minutes) | 21.5 |
| Percent workers using public transportation | 0.6% |
| Percent veterans | 5.8% |
| Percent foreign born | 12.2% |
| Percent speaking Spanish at home | 11.5% |
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 ODESSA, TEXAS
| Total consumer expenditures per household | $61,988.52 |
| Alcoholic beverages | $472.22 |
| Alcoholic beverages consumed at home | $286.22 |
| Beer consumed away from home | $80.50 |
| Wine consumed away from home | $38.98 |
| Apparel & services | $1,825.36 |
| Men’s apparel | $354.52 |
| Women’s apparel | $592.97 |
| Children’s apparel | $296.67 |
| Boys’ apparel | $99.54 |
| Girls’ apparel | $112.83 |
| Footwear | $417.75 |
| Dining out (food away from home) | $3,142.58 |
| Dining out – Breakfast | $324.41 |
| Dining out – Lunch | $993.07 |
| Dining out – Dinner | $1,444.44 |
| Education | $1,227.76 |
| Entertainment / recreation | $2,655.89 |
| Club membership fees | $181.94 |
| Dating services | $0.63 |
| Pet food | $212.51 |
| Pet services | $53.68 |
| Food consumed at home | $4,365.72 |
| Bakery products consumed at home | $570.28 |
| Dairy products consumed at home | $441.21 |
| Fruits and vegetables consumed at home | $850.13 |
| Meat, poultry, fish, eggs consumed at home | $976.72 |
| Nonalcoholic beverages consumed at home | $433.65 |
| Snacks / other food products consumed at home | $1,527.37 |
| Health care | $4,893.00 |
| Medical services | $912.93 |
| Nonprescription drugs | $119.98 |
| Household Services | $1,679.49 |
| Care for the elderly and handicapped | $53.85 |
| Lawn and garden services | $365.61 |
| Housekeeping services | $145.85 |
| PC repair | $5.57 |
| Housing | $19,362.18 |
| Home improvements | $2,101.08 |
| Utilities, fuel, and public services | $4,192.27 |
| Phone services | $1,520.79 |
| Water | $652.65 |
| Life and other insurance | $354.66 |
| Pensions and social security | $6,589.71 |
| Personal care products and services | $752.82 |
| Hair care products | $91.82 |
| Personal care products | $317.18 |
| Local transportation | $7,368.94 |
| Gasoline | $1,949.87 |
| Vehicle maintenance and repair | $976.77 |
| Travel | $1,764.80 |
| Airline fares | $427.05 |
| Auto / truck rental on trips | $20.86 |
| Lodging on trips | $475.57 |
| Food and drink on trips | $427.96 |
| Entertainment on trips | $153.18 |
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 ECTOR COUNTY (home to ODESSA, TEXAS)
| % with any debt in collections | 57% |
| Average debt in collections | $1,810 |
| % with medical debt in collections | 41% |
| Average medical debt in collections | $920 |
| % with student loan debt | 8% |
| Average student loan debt | $15,265 |
| Average monthly student loan payment | $171 |
| % with auto debt | 37% |
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 ODESSA, TEXAS
| Year | Population | Percent |
| January 2019 | 1,756 | 2.6% |
| February 2019 | 1,624 | 2.4% |
| March 2019 | 1,568 | 2.3% |
| April 2019 | 1,316 | 1.9% |
| May 2019 | 1,437 | 2.1% |
| June 2019 | 1,755 | 2.6% |
| July 2019 | 1,814 | 2.7% |
| August 2019 | 1,823 | 2.7% |
| September 2019 | 1,703 | 2.5% |
| October 2019 | 1,717 | 2.5% |
| November 2019 | 1,775 | 2.6% |
| December 2019 | 1,734 | 2.6% |
| January 2020 | 2,097 | 3.1% |
| February 2020 | 2,047 | 3.0% |
| March 2020 | 2,876 | 4.3% |
| April 2020 | 7,634 | 12.6% |
| May 2020 | 9,581 | 15.0% |
| June 2020 | 7,313 | 11.3% |
| July 2020 | 7,299 | 11.3% |
| August 2020 | 6,490 | 9.8% |
| September 2020 | 7,586 | 11.4% |
| October 2020 | 6,370 | 9.8% |
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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