Welcome to Loving County

Loving County

Loving County

  • Population: 64; (2020 Census)
  • County seat: Mentone
  • Loving County, founded on February 26, 1877, was named for Oliver Loving, a cattle rancher who was a pioneer of the cattle drive.

American Community Survey 5-Year Data Profile

Major Towns

  • Mentone – County Seat

School Districts

Loving County Resources

Population Demographics

As of 2024 the population of Loving County is 63. The population is expected to grow to 63 by 2029 - a growth rate of 0.00%.

The median age of Loving County residents is 36.

The diversity index of Loving County is 25.2, meaning that there is a 25% chance that any two people selected out of 100 residents will be of different race or ethnicity from one another.

Housing and Income

The average household income in Loving County is $76,347 and projected to be $80,738 in 2029. Per capita income is $29,085, projected to be $29,476 in 2029. 1.59% of households – 1 – have an income of $200,000 or higher. Average net worth is $335,344 and the average disposable income is $68,846.

There are 34 housing units in Loving County; 19 are owner-occupied, 5 are rented, and 10 are vacant. The average home value is $214,474, with 4 homes built in 2010 or later, and 11 built in 1939 or earlier.

Business and Workforce

There are 13 businesses in Loving County, employing 55 workers and pulling from a labor force of 39 age 16 and above. 8 workers commute into Loving County from outside the county or state. Key industries for the area include:

31 residents both live and work in/around Loving County. The average travel time is 0.0 minutes. 41.94% people have a commute of less than 5 minutes while 25.81% commute 90 minutes or more each way. Of commuters, 29 drive alone, 0 carpool, and 0 take public transportation. 2 use other modes of transport such as motorcycle, bicycle, walking, etc. 8 residents work from home.

10 members of the workforce hold a high school diploma or GED. 13 have associates degrees, 0 have bachelor’s degrees, and 0 hold a graduate or professional degree.