Welcome to Terrell County

Terrell County

Terrell County

  • Population: 760; (2020 Census)
  • County seat: Sanderson
  • Terrell County, founded in 1905, was named for Texas State Senator, Alexander W. Terrell. 

American Community Survey 5-Year Data Profile

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Terrell County Resources

Population Demographics

As of 2024 the population of Terrell County is 695. The population is expected to shrink to 629 by 2029 - a growth rate of -1.98%.

The median age of Terrell County residents is 50.

The diversity index of Terrell County is 77.8, meaning that there is a 78% 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 Terrell County is $63,846 and projected to be $69,220 in 2029. Per capita income is $29,397, projected to be $32,134 in 2029. 0.58% of households – 4 – have an income of $200,000 or higher. Average net worth is $509,480 and the average disposable income is $56,272.

There are 624 housing units in Terrell County; 244 are owner-occupied, 76 are rented, and 304 are vacant. The average home value is $147,541, with 7 homes built in 2010 or later, and 229 built in 1939 or earlier.

Business and Workforce

There are 64 businesses in Terrell County, employing 343 workers and pulling from a labor force of 364 age 16 and above. 29 workers commute into Terrell County from outside the county or state. Key industries for the area include:

335 residents both live and work in/around Terrell County. The average travel time is 0.0 minutes. 49.25% people have a commute of less than 5 minutes while 1.79% commute 90 minutes or more each way. Of commuters, 255 drive alone, 67 carpool, and 0 take public transportation. 0 use other modes of transport such as motorcycle, bicycle, walking, etc. 42 residents work from home.

186 members of the workforce hold a high school diploma or GED. 21 have associates degrees, 110 have bachelor’s degrees, and 53 hold a graduate or professional degree.