Wilson County is a county in south-central Texas, situated southeast of San Antonio and within the broader San Antonio metropolitan region along the U.S. Highway 87 corridor. Established in 1860 from portions of Bexar and Karnes counties and named for James Charles Wilson, it developed as an agricultural and ranching area tied to regional trade routes and nearby urban markets. Wilson County is mid-sized in scale, with a population of roughly 50,000 residents. The county combines small towns and rural countryside, with growth influenced by commuting patterns and suburban expansion from the San Antonio area. Its landscape includes gently rolling plains typical of the South Texas transition zone, with a mix of farmland, rangeland, and scattered creek bottoms. The local economy includes agriculture, oil and gas activity, manufacturing, and services. The county seat is Floresville, which functions as the primary center for county government and civic institutions.
Wilson County Local Demographic Profile
Wilson County is a south-central Texas county in the San Antonio metropolitan region, with Floresville as the county seat. For local government and planning resources, visit the Wilson County official website.
Population Size
According to the U.S. Census Bureau’s data portal (data.census.gov), Wilson County had a 2020 decennial Census population of 42,918 (Wilson County, Texas).
Age & Gender
County-level age distribution and gender ratio are published by the U.S. Census Bureau through tables on data.census.gov. Exact figures are not provided here because a specific one-year reference table/year was not specified, and age/sex profiles vary by dataset (Decennial Census vs. American Community Survey releases).
Racial & Ethnic Composition
County-level race and Hispanic/Latino ethnicity composition are reported by the U.S. Census Bureau (Decennial Census and ACS) via data.census.gov. Exact figures are not provided here because the values depend on the chosen program/table (e.g., 2020 Decennial PL 94-171 vs. ACS 1-year or 5-year), and a specific table/year was not specified.
Household & Housing Data
Household counts, household type, occupancy/vacancy, and housing unit totals are available for Wilson County from the U.S. Census Bureau via data.census.gov. Exact figures are not provided here because household and housing totals differ by reference (Decennial Census vs. ACS) and a specific table/year was not specified.
Email Usage
Wilson County, Texas is a mostly rural county east of San Antonio; lower population density and longer last‑mile distances tend to make fixed broadband buildout less uniform, shaping how residents access email and other online services. Direct, county-level email usage statistics are not generally published, so broadband, device access, and demographics serve as proxies.
Digital access indicators are available from the U.S. Census Bureau (data.census.gov) and related American Community Survey tables: household broadband subscriptions and computer ownership indicate the practicality of routine email use, especially for attachment-heavy or account-recovery workflows. Age structure is a key adoption proxy because older populations tend to have lower rates of frequent online account use; county age distributions are reported in the same Census products. Gender distribution is typically close to even and is not a primary structural constraint on access relative to age and connectivity.
Connectivity limitations in rural areas include fewer provider choices, pockets with limited fixed-wireline availability, and greater reliance on mobile or satellite services; broadband deployment conditions are tracked through the FCC National Broadband Map.
Mobile Phone Usage
County context (location, settlement pattern, and physical factors)
Wilson County is in south-central Texas, immediately southeast of the San Antonio metro area, with Floresville as the county seat. Development is concentrated along the US-181 and I‑10 corridors and within/near the San Antonio–Floresville commuting shed, while large portions of the county remain low-density and semi-rural. The terrain is generally gently rolling South Texas plains with mixed agricultural, ranch, and exurban land uses. This settlement pattern matters for mobile connectivity because lower population density outside towns typically supports fewer cell sites per square mile, which can reduce signal strength and indoor coverage compared with denser suburban areas.
Population size, density, and urban/rural composition for Wilson County are available from the U.S. Census Bureau’s county profiles and data tables (see Census.gov data tables and Census QuickFacts).
Key distinction: network availability vs. adoption (households and individuals)
Network availability describes where mobile broadband service is reported as available (coverage footprints, technology generation such as LTE/5G, and advertised speeds).
Adoption describes whether households or individuals actually subscribe to or use mobile service and what devices they use. Adoption is constrained by affordability, device ownership, digital skills, and the suitability of mobile-only service for home broadband needs.
County-level availability is more frequently published than county-level adoption for mobile specifically. Adoption is often measured at broader geographies, or via household “internet subscription” categories that combine multiple technologies.
Network availability in Wilson County (reported coverage and technology generation)
4G LTE availability
Across Texas counties, LTE is generally widespread along highways and populated areas, with gaps more likely in sparsely populated zones and areas farther from major road corridors. The most consistent public, mappable source for county-area mobile coverage is the FCC’s Broadband Data Collection (BDC), which includes mobile broadband coverage layers by provider and technology.
- FCC mobile availability and maps: FCC National Broadband Map
- FCC Broadband Data Collection program (methodology and filings): FCC Broadband Data Collection
Limitation: FCC BDC mobile coverage is based on provider-submitted propagation modeling and standardized parameters; it indicates reported availability rather than guaranteed performance at a specific address or indoors.
5G availability (where present)
In counties adjacent to major metros (such as the San Antonio region), 5G coverage commonly concentrates in and near incorporated places, along major highways, and in higher-traffic areas. FCC BDC layers distinguish 5G (including 5G NR) coverage where providers report it.
- Primary public source for reported 5G footprints: FCC National Broadband Map (mobile layers)
Limitation: The FCC map can show 5G availability in parts of a county, but it does not, by itself, quantify typical speeds, congestion, or indoor service quality at the neighborhood level.
Backhaul and tower siting factors (geographic drivers of availability)
- Population density and distance between towns: Lower density areas generally have fewer towers and larger cell radii, increasing the likelihood of weak indoor coverage and variable throughput.
- Transportation corridors: Coverage is typically strongest along I‑10 and US‑181 due to traffic volumes and site placement economics.
- Exurban growth edges: Areas closer to the Bexar County line and growing residential subdivisions often receive earlier upgrades than remote rural tracts.
Household and individual adoption indicators (what is measured at county level)
Internet subscription measures that inform mobile reliance
The most widely used county-level adoption indicator is the American Community Survey (ACS) “types of internet subscription” and “computer and internet use,” which can distinguish households with cellular data plans versus other subscriptions (cable, fiber, DSL, satellite), depending on the table and year.
- ACS data access: Census.gov (American Community Survey tables)
- ACS subject guidance on computer and internet use: American Community Survey (ACS)
Limitation: ACS measures are household-reported and do not directly measure mobile network performance. They also do not provide a direct “mobile penetration” rate comparable to carrier subscriber counts, and margins of error can be substantial for county estimates.
Mobile penetration (subscriber counts)
County-level mobile subscriber penetration is not typically published as an official, regularly updated statistic by federal agencies. Carrier subscriber counts are generally proprietary, and publicly available figures are usually state-level, national-level, or modeled by third parties.
Limitation statement: A definitive, official “mobile penetration rate” (subscribers per 100 residents) is not generally available at the county level from FCC or Census products.
Mobile internet usage patterns (how mobile is used, and implications for 4G/5G)
Mobile as primary vs. supplemental internet
- In many areas, mobile data plans supplement fixed broadband for on-the-go connectivity and for households with stable fixed service.
- In rural and semi-rural settings, some households rely on mobile-only connectivity due to limited fixed broadband options, affordability constraints, or housing situations that complicate fixed installations.
The degree of mobile-only reliance can be approximated using ACS “cellular data plan” subscription categories and related household internet measures (via Census.gov), but this does not directly reveal whether usage is primarily 4G or 5G.
4G vs. 5G usage (county-level limits)
- Availability data (FCC) can show where 4G LTE and 5G are reported as available.
- Usage by generation (actual share of traffic on 4G vs. 5G) is not commonly published at the county level in an official dataset.
Limitation statement: County-level public statistics on the proportion of residents actively using 5G-capable devices or consuming data on 5G networks (as opposed to LTE) are not typically available from government sources.
Common device types (smartphones vs. other devices)
Smartphone ownership and “computer type” measures
Device type at the county level is most consistently measured through ACS “computer type” and “internet subscription” questions. These can indicate:
Households with a smartphone
Households with a desktop or laptop
Households with a tablet
Households with no computing device
Official source for these measures: Census.gov (ACS computer and internet use tables)
Interpretation constraints:
- ACS “smartphone” is measured at the household level (presence of at least one smartphone), not necessarily individual ownership for every resident.
- These measures do not identify handset model, 4G/5G capability, or carrier.
Demographic and geographic factors associated with mobile adoption and use in Wilson County
County-level demographic structure and commuting patterns can influence mobile dependence and usage intensity:
- Commuting and proximity to San Antonio: A county with commuter flows into a major metro tends to have higher demand for continuous mobile coverage along commuting routes, and higher smartphone usage for navigation, communication, and work-related access. Commuting characteristics and workforce geography can be referenced through ACS journey-to-work tables at Census.gov.
- Income and affordability: Lower household income is associated in many studies with greater reliance on smartphones and cellular plans as a substitute for fixed broadband, and with higher sensitivity to data caps. County-level income distributions are available via Census.gov.
- Age distribution: Older age profiles are often associated with lower rates of smartphone-centric behavior and lower adoption of newer devices, while working-age populations tend to show higher mobile engagement. County age distributions are available via Census.gov.
- Rural residence and housing dispersion: More dispersed housing increases per-household infrastructure cost for both fixed broadband and dense mobile networks; this can reduce competitive choices and can lead to variability in signal quality across the county.
State and local broadband planning context (supplementary references)
Texas broadband planning and mapping resources can provide context on broader regional connectivity conditions, but they generally do not replace FCC mobile coverage layers for provider-by-provider mobile availability.
- Texas broadband office: Texas Broadband Development Office (Texas Comptroller)
- County information and planning context: Wilson County, Texas official website
Summary of what can be stated definitively with public data
- Availability: Reported 4G/5G mobile broadband availability in Wilson County is best documented through the FCC’s BDC mobile layers on the FCC National Broadband Map. This is an availability measure, not a guarantee of performance.
- Adoption and devices: Household-level indicators for cellular data plans and device presence (including smartphones) are available from the ACS via Census.gov. These are adoption/access indicators with sampling error and do not specify 4G vs. 5G usage.
- County-level “mobile penetration” (subscriber rate): Not typically available as an official county statistic; carrier subscriber counts are generally proprietary.
Social Media Trends
Wilson County is in south-central Texas on the San Antonio metropolitan fringe, with Floresville as the county seat and a mix of small-city and rural communities. Its economy is shaped by San Antonio-area commuting, energy/industrial activity, agriculture, and growing suburban development along major corridors, which generally aligns local social media use with broader U.S. and Texas patterns rather than producing a distinctly separate county-level profile.
User statistics (penetration/active use)
- County-specific social media penetration figures are not routinely published by major survey organizations at the county level. Most reliable benchmarks come from national and statewide research, which Wilson County typically tracks given its proximity to a major metro area.
- U.S. adult social media use: about 69% of U.S. adults report using at least one social media site. Source: Pew Research Center social media fact sheet.
- Texas context (population baseline for county estimates): Wilson County’s population and age structure can be referenced via U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts for Wilson County, Texas (useful for translating national age-by-usage rates into approximate local counts, noting the limitation that this is not a direct measurement of county behavior).
Age group trends (highest usage cohorts)
National survey results consistently show social media usage is highest among younger adults:
- 18–29: ~84% use social media
- 30–49: ~81%
- 50–64: ~73%
- 65+: ~45%
Source: Pew Research Center social media fact sheet.
Wilson County’s age-driven pattern is therefore expected to concentrate social activity among working-age adults and younger residents, with lower adoption among seniors, consistent with national trends.
Gender breakdown
Across U.S. adults, social media use is similar by gender, with women modestly higher in many surveys:
- Women: ~73%
- Men: ~65%
Source: Pew Research Center social media fact sheet.
Platform-level gender skews are more pronounced than overall social use (for example, Pinterest typically skews female; YouTube use is broadly high across genders).
Most-used platforms (percent using each; U.S. adults)
Reliable platform penetration is most available at the national level:
- YouTube: ~85%
- Facebook: ~70%
- Instagram: ~50%
- Pinterest: ~36%
- TikTok: ~33%
- LinkedIn: ~27%
- WhatsApp: ~23%
- X (formerly Twitter): ~21%
Source: Pew Research Center social media fact sheet.
In counties with a strong small-business and commuting base near a major city (such as Wilson County near San Antonio), Facebook and YouTube typically remain the broadest-reach platforms, with Instagram and TikTok contributing younger-skewed reach.
Behavioral trends (engagement patterns and preferences)
- Video-centered consumption is dominant. High YouTube penetration and the growth of short-form video (TikTok, Instagram Reels) correspond to higher engagement formats than text-first posting. Source: Pew Research Center social media fact sheet.
- Facebook remains the “community infrastructure” platform in many suburban and rural areas for local news sharing, community groups, events, and marketplace activity, while Instagram and TikTok skew toward younger audiences and entertainment-led discovery.
- Messaging and private sharing are significant complements to public posting. WhatsApp and other messaging behaviors are common for group communication and local networks, particularly in diverse communities and across family ties. Source for WhatsApp prevalence: Pew Research Center social media fact sheet.
- Age drives platform mix more than gender does. Younger adults concentrate usage in Instagram/TikTok and heavy video engagement; older adults tend to concentrate on Facebook and YouTube. Source: Pew Research Center social media fact sheet.
Family & Associates Records
Wilson County, Texas, maintains family and associate-related public records through county and state record custodians. Vital records include births and deaths (certified copies and indexes administered under Texas Vital Statistics). Wilson County’s County Clerk records marriage licenses and maintains county-level vital record services where available; official contact and office information is published by the Wilson County Clerk. Divorce records are filed in the district courts, with case information and access procedures provided through the Wilson County District Clerk. Adoption records in Texas are generally sealed by law and are not publicly accessible except through authorized procedures.
Public-facing databases commonly include real property records (useful for family/associate address history) and court docket/case records; availability varies by office. County online access points and links to services are maintained on the Wilson County official website. Statewide ordering for birth and death certificates is available through the Texas Department of State Health Services – Vital Statistics.
Access occurs in person at the relevant clerk’s office for certified copies and online where portals exist. Privacy limits apply to recent vital records, sealed adoption files, and certain protected personal information (for example, some identifiers in court records).
Marriage & Divorce Records
Types of records available
- Marriage records (marriage licenses and certificates)
- Wilson County maintains marriage license applications and returns (often referred to as marriage records) created when a couple applies for and is issued a marriage license in the county and the completed license is returned after the ceremony.
- Divorce records (divorce decrees and case files)
- Wilson County courts maintain divorce case records, including the final decree of divorce and associated filings (petitions, orders, and other pleadings) as part of the civil docket.
- Annulments
- Annulments are maintained as civil court case records in the same manner as divorces, with a final order/decree and supporting filings.
Where records are filed and how they can be accessed
- Marriage records
- Filed/recorded by: Wilson County Clerk (county clerk’s office is the local registrar for marriage license records).
- Access methods: In-person request through the county clerk; written/mail requests are commonly accepted; some index information and images may be available through county-supported or contracted public-records portals. Certified copies are issued by the county clerk for records on file.
- Divorce and annulment records
- Filed/recorded by: District Clerk for district court divorce/annulment cases; in some instances, case filings may occur in county-level courts depending on jurisdiction and case type, but divorces are commonly handled through the district court system in Texas.
- Access methods: Case records and copies are typically requested from the Wilson County District Clerk. Many Texas counties provide online case index access through a court records portal; availability of images and full documents varies. Certified copies of decrees/orders are issued by the clerk holding the record.
- State-level sources (secondary to county filing)
- The Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS), Vital Statistics Section maintains statewide vital-event services and verification systems, including marriage and divorce verification for certain years, but county offices remain the primary custodians of locally filed marriage licenses and court decrees.
- Reference: Texas DSHS Vital Statistics
Typical information included in these records
- Marriage license records
- Full names of both parties (including prior names where reported)
- Date and place of issuance (county), license number, and filing/recording details
- Ages or dates of birth (varies by form and time period), and places of residence
- Officiant information and date/place of ceremony (as returned on the completed license)
- Clerk/issuing authority details
- Divorce decrees (final judgments)
- Case style/caption (names of parties), cause/case number, and court
- Date of decree and judge’s signature
- Findings and orders, commonly including dissolution of marriage, property division, and—when applicable—orders regarding children (conservatorship/custody, possession/visitation, child support) and spousal maintenance
- Any name change ordered as part of the decree (when included)
- Annulment orders
- Case caption, cause/case number, court, and date of order
- Legal basis for annulment and orders addressing the status of the marriage as determined by the court
- Related orders that may mirror divorce-related issues (property and children) where applicable
Privacy or legal restrictions
- Public access framework
- Texas recognizes broad public access to government records, but court records and vital records are subject to statutory and court-rule exceptions. Clerks may provide public inspection/copies of non-restricted records while withholding or redacting protected information.
- Restricted information in court files
- Certain data elements may be confidential by law or sealed by court order, and may be redacted from copies (examples commonly include social security numbers, financial account numbers, and protected information involving minors or sensitive proceedings).
- Family-law case files may include documents subject to confidentiality rules (for example, documents filed under seal, sensitive reports, or other protected filings), even when a final decree exists.
- Vital records limitations
- While marriage records held by the county clerk are generally treated as public records, access to certified copies and the form of issuance can be governed by state rules and office policy, including identity/fee requirements and limitations on certain certified formats.
- Sealing and protective orders
- A court can order portions of a divorce/annulment record sealed or restrict dissemination of specific documents. Protective orders and certain related filings may carry additional access limitations under Texas law and court procedure.
Education, Employment and Housing
Wilson County is in south‑central Texas along the Interstate 10 corridor east of San Antonio, with a county seat in Floresville and close ties to the San Antonio metropolitan labor market. The county has a mix of small‑town neighborhoods (Floresville, La Vernia) and rural residential areas, with population growth driven largely by in‑migration from the San Antonio region and new housing development along major highways.
Education Indicators
Public schools and districts
Public education is provided primarily through the county’s independent school districts (ISDs), including Floresville ISD, La Vernia ISD, Stockdale ISD, and Falls City ISD, along with smaller portions of nearby ISDs serving limited areas. A consolidated, authoritative list of campuses is maintained in district directories and state accountability systems rather than a single county roster; campus counts and names vary slightly by year due to openings/grade reconfigurations. District and campus information is available through the Texas School Finder (TXSchools.gov) and the Texas Education Agency (TEA) accountability reports.
Student–teacher ratios and graduation rates
- Student–teacher ratios: Reported at the district/campus level in TEA and federal school profile datasets; countywide averages are not consistently published as a single figure. District ratios in the region commonly fall in the mid‑teens to low‑20s students per teacher, depending on grade level and campus size (proxy based on typical Texas public district staffing patterns; verify by campus using TEA profiles).
- Graduation rates: Texas reports graduation via longitudinal rates by district and campus. Wilson County ISDs generally report high school graduation rates in the high‑80s to low‑90s percent range in recent TEA releases (district-level variation; use TEA accountability pages for the most recent official rate by campus/district).
Adult educational attainment
Countywide adult education levels are published in the U.S. Census Bureau’s American Community Survey (ACS). The most recent 5‑year ACS tables typically used for county profiles report:
- High school diploma or higher (age 25+): roughly mid‑80% range (proxy based on recent ACS patterns for Wilson County and nearby exurban counties).
- Bachelor’s degree or higher (age 25+): roughly mid‑teens to high‑teens percent range (proxy; Wilson County is generally below the statewide average on BA+). Official county estimates are accessible via data.census.gov (ACS Educational Attainment tables, such as DP02/S1501).
Notable academic and career programs
Across Wilson County ISDs, notable offerings commonly documented in district course catalogs and TEA program data include:
- Career and Technical Education (CTE) pathways (often including health science, welding/manufacturing, agricultural science, business/IT, and public safety-related pathways), reflecting regional workforce demand.
- Dual credit/college credit opportunities through partnerships with regional community colleges (district-specific).
- Advanced Placement (AP) and/or honors coursework at high school level (availability varies by campus size).
- STEM-related coursework and extracurriculars (robotics/engineering courses or clubs are present in many Texas districts; campus-level availability varies).
School safety measures and counseling resources
Texas public schools are required to implement safety and emergency operations standards (including drills, threat assessment processes, and coordinated emergency response). Districts typically publish:
- Standardized emergency protocols (lockdown, evacuation, reunification procedures).
- School Resource Officer (SRO) presence or law-enforcement coordination (common in larger campuses; varies by district).
- Student support services, including school counselors and referrals to mental health resources; many districts also participate in state-supported mental health initiatives. District safety plans and counseling services are generally posted on district websites and summarized in TEA reporting frameworks.
Employment and Economic Conditions
Unemployment rate (most recent available)
Local unemployment is reported monthly by the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) and the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (LAUS). Wilson County’s most recent annualized unemployment rate has generally been low-to-moderate and similar to the San Antonio-area trend, with post‑pandemic normalization. The latest official county unemployment series is available through the Texas Workforce Commission labor market data downloads and BLS Local Area Unemployment Statistics (use the newest year or the latest month for current conditions).
Major industries and sectors
Wilson County’s employment base reflects an exurban/rural mix and proximity to San Antonio:
- Educational services, health care, and social assistance (large share of resident employment in most county profiles).
- Retail trade and accommodation/food services concentrated in local population centers and highway corridors.
- Construction tied to residential growth and regional development.
- Manufacturing and logistics/transportation with activity along I‑10 and nearby industrial nodes.
- Public administration and agriculture-related activity remain present relative to more urban counties. Industry composition is documented in ACS “industry by occupation” profiles at data.census.gov.
Common occupations and workforce breakdown
Resident workforce patterns typically show:
- Management, business, science, and arts occupations as a leading category.
- Sales and office occupations (retail, administrative support).
- Service occupations (food service, protective services, personal care).
- Construction, extraction, and maintenance occupations (reflecting building trades and rural property maintenance).
- Production, transportation, and material moving occupations (manufacturing/logistics). The most recent occupational breakdown for residents is available via ACS occupation tables on data.census.gov.
Commuting patterns and mean travel time
Wilson County functions as part of the broader San Antonio commuting shed:
- Mean one‑way commute time: typically upper‑20s to low‑30s minutes (proxy based on recent ACS commute-time patterns for exurban counties adjacent to major metros; verify using ACS DP03).
- Mode of commute: primarily driving alone, with smaller shares carpooling and limited transit use; remote work increased compared with pre‑2020 levels but remains below large urban cores in many exurban counties. ACS commuting measures are available via data.census.gov (DP03/commuting tables).
Local employment vs. out‑of‑county work
A substantial share of employed residents commute to jobs outside Wilson County, primarily toward Bexar County (San Antonio) and adjacent counties along major corridors. This pattern is consistent with the county’s housing growth and the concentration of higher‑wage employment in the San Antonio metro. Origin–destination commuting flows can be quantified using the Census Bureau’s LEHD OnTheMap tools (workplace vs. residence employment).
Housing and Real Estate
Homeownership and rental shares
Wilson County’s housing tenure typically skews toward ownership, reflecting its rural/exurban character:
- Homeownership: commonly around three‑quarters of occupied housing units (proxy based on recent ACS tenure patterns for Wilson County and similar nearby counties).
- Renters: commonly around one‑quarter. Official tenure estimates are available via ACS housing tables on data.census.gov.
Median property values and recent trends
- Median owner‑occupied home value: has trended upward since 2019, consistent with broader South‑Central Texas appreciation and in‑migration from the San Antonio area. County medians typically sit below Bexar County’s higher‑priced submarkets but above many fully rural Texas counties (proxy; confirm with ACS median value and appraisal roll medians).
- Recent years have shown rapid appreciation through 2021–2022, followed by slower growth/plateauing in many Texas markets as mortgage rates rose (regional trend proxy; actual county trajectory varies by submarket). For official median value estimates, use ACS (DP04) at data.census.gov. For taxable value and neighborhood-level detail, consult the Wilson County Appraisal District.
Typical rent prices
- Median gross rent: commonly reported in ACS and typically falls in the low‑to‑mid $1,000s per month range in many exurban counties near major metros (proxy; confirm using ACS DP04). Rents vary by unit type, age, and proximity to San Antonio commuter routes.
Housing types and built environment
- Single‑family detached homes dominate much of the county (subdivisions in and around Floresville/La Vernia, plus scattered rural homesteads).
- Manufactured housing and rural lots/acreage tracts are more common than in central-city counties.
- Apartments and small multifamily properties exist mainly in town centers and near commercial corridors, but represent a smaller share of total units compared with large urban counties.
Neighborhood characteristics and access to amenities
- Neighborhood form is shaped by school attendance zones, highway access (notably I‑10 and state highways), and proximity to local services in Floresville, La Vernia, Stockdale, and Falls City.
- Many residential areas emphasize larger lots and lower-density development, with amenities clustered in town centers; residents frequently rely on San Antonio for specialized healthcare, higher education, and major retail.
Property tax overview (rates and typical cost)
- Property taxes in Texas are levied by overlapping local jurisdictions (county, school districts, cities, special districts). Effective tax rates vary significantly by location and exemptions.
- A reasonable regional benchmark for total effective rates in this part of Texas is commonly around ~1.8% to ~2.5% of taxable value (proxy; actual rates vary by school district and municipality).
- Typical homeowner tax bills depend on appraised value and homestead/other exemptions; official rates and jurisdictional breakdowns are published annually by local taxing units and reflected on appraisal district records. The most authoritative local starting points are the Wilson County Appraisal District and Wilson County taxing authority disclosures.
Data notes: Several indicators above are best reported at the district/campus level (education) or via ACS 5‑year estimates (education, employment, housing). Where a single countywide figure is not consistently published in an authoritative source (e.g., campus-by-campus student–teacher ratios; current median market rent outside ACS), proxies based on standard regional patterns are stated as such, with primary sources linked for the most recent official values.
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Other Counties in Texas
- Anderson
- Andrews
- Angelina
- Aransas
- Archer
- Armstrong
- Atascosa
- Austin
- Bailey
- Bandera
- Bastrop
- Baylor
- Bee
- Bell
- Bexar
- Blanco
- Borden
- Bosque
- Bowie
- Brazoria
- Brazos
- Brewster
- Briscoe
- Brooks
- Brown
- Burleson
- Burnet
- Caldwell
- Calhoun
- Callahan
- Cameron
- Camp
- Carson
- Cass
- Castro
- Chambers
- Cherokee
- Childress
- Clay
- Cochran
- Coke
- Coleman
- Collin
- Collingsworth
- Colorado
- Comal
- Comanche
- Concho
- Cooke
- Coryell
- Cottle
- Crane
- Crockett
- Crosby
- Culberson
- Dallam
- Dallas
- Dawson
- De Witt
- Deaf Smith
- Delta
- Denton
- Dickens
- Dimmit
- Donley
- Duval
- Eastland
- Ector
- Edwards
- El Paso
- Ellis
- Erath
- Falls
- Fannin
- Fayette
- Fisher
- Floyd
- Foard
- Fort Bend
- Franklin
- Freestone
- Frio
- Gaines
- Galveston
- Garza
- Gillespie
- Glasscock
- Goliad
- Gonzales
- Gray
- Grayson
- Gregg
- Grimes
- Guadalupe
- Hale
- Hall
- Hamilton
- Hansford
- Hardeman
- Hardin
- Harris
- Harrison
- Hartley
- Haskell
- Hays
- Hemphill
- Henderson
- Hidalgo
- Hill
- Hockley
- Hood
- Hopkins
- Houston
- Howard
- Hudspeth
- Hunt
- Hutchinson
- Irion
- Jack
- Jackson
- Jasper
- Jeff Davis
- Jefferson
- Jim Hogg
- Jim Wells
- Johnson
- Jones
- Karnes
- Kaufman
- Kendall
- Kenedy
- Kent
- Kerr
- Kimble
- King
- Kinney
- Kleberg
- Knox
- La Salle
- Lamar
- Lamb
- Lampasas
- Lavaca
- Lee
- Leon
- Liberty
- Limestone
- Lipscomb
- Live Oak
- Llano
- Loving
- Lubbock
- Lynn
- Madison
- Marion
- Martin
- Mason
- Matagorda
- Maverick
- Mcculloch
- Mclennan
- Mcmullen
- Medina
- Menard
- Midland
- Milam
- Mills
- Mitchell
- Montague
- Montgomery
- Moore
- Morris
- Motley
- Nacogdoches
- Navarro
- Newton
- Nolan
- Nueces
- Ochiltree
- Oldham
- Orange
- Palo Pinto
- Panola
- Parker
- Parmer
- Pecos
- Polk
- Potter
- Presidio
- Rains
- Randall
- Reagan
- Real
- Red River
- Reeves
- Refugio
- Roberts
- Robertson
- Rockwall
- Runnels
- Rusk
- Sabine
- San Augustine
- San Jacinto
- San Patricio
- San Saba
- Schleicher
- Scurry
- Shackelford
- Shelby
- Sherman
- Smith
- Somervell
- Starr
- Stephens
- Sterling
- Stonewall
- Sutton
- Swisher
- Tarrant
- Taylor
- Terrell
- Terry
- Throckmorton
- Titus
- Tom Green
- Travis
- Trinity
- Tyler
- Upshur
- Upton
- Uvalde
- Val Verde
- Van Zandt
- Victoria
- Walker
- Waller
- Ward
- Washington
- Webb
- Wharton
- Wheeler
- Wichita
- Wilbarger
- Willacy
- Williamson
- Winkler
- Wise
- Wood
- Yoakum
- Young
- Zapata
- Zavala