Hockley County's 2026 population is estimated at 21,865, reflecting a 0.83% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Hockley County is the 115th largest county in Texas. The 2010 population was 22,827 and has grown -4.21% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 35.9 years
Female: 37.1 years
Male: 35.2 years
There are 15,676 adults, (3,284 of whom are seniors) in Hockley County.
Female: 10,804 (50.6%)
Male: 10,559 (49.4%)
The racial composition of Hockley County includes 57.16% White, 8.86% other race, 3.45% Black or African American, and smaller percentages for Native American, Asian and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 12,211 | 57.16% |
| Two or more races | 6,418 | 30.04% |
| Other race | 1,893 | 8.86% |
| Black or African American | 736 | 3.45% |
| Native American | 76 | 0.36% |
| Asian | 29 | 0.14% |
Hockley County 's average per capita income is $45,782. Household income levels show a median of $63,140. The poverty rate stands at 13.06%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $91,768 | - |
| Families | $76,176 | $96,351 |
| Households | $63,140 | $83,577 |
| Non Families | $33,606 | $46,611 |
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