Welcome to Upton County

Upton County

Upton County

“McCamey: Wind Energy Capital of Texas”

  • Population: 3,308; (2020 Census)
  • County seat: Rankin
  • Upton County, founded in 1887, was named for two brothers: John C. and William F. Upton, both colonels in the Confederate Army. 

American Community Survey 5-Year Data Profile

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Upton County Resources

Population Demographics

As of 2024 the population of Upton County is 3,194. The population is expected to shrink to 3,082 by 2029 - a growth rate of -0.71%.

The median age of Upton County residents is 40.

The diversity index of Upton County is 79.6, meaning that there is a 80% 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 Upton County is $72,648 and projected to be $80,902 in 2029. Per capita income is $27,192, projected to be $30,853 in 2029. 0.85% of households – 27 – have an income of $200,000 or higher. Average net worth is $495,607 and the average disposable income is $60,540.

There are 1,504 housing units in Upton County; 899 are owner-occupied, 295 are rented, and 310 are vacant. The average home value is $147,553, with 171 homes built in 2010 or later, and 165 built in 1939 or earlier.

Business and Workforce

There are 151 businesses in Upton County, employing 1,396 workers and pulling from a labor force of 1,320 age 16 and above. 476 workers commute into Upton County from outside the county or state. Key industries for the area include:

835 residents both live and work in/around Upton County. The average travel time is 0.0 minutes. 31.5% people have a commute of less than 5 minutes while 10.78% commute 90 minutes or more each way. Of commuters, 1,116 drive alone, 95 carpool, and 0 take public transportation. 9 use other modes of transport such as motorcycle, bicycle, walking, etc. 100 residents work from home.

939 members of the workforce hold a high school diploma or GED. 146 have associates degrees, 153 have bachelor’s degrees, and 67 hold a graduate or professional degree.