Bee County Public RecordsTexas

As of 2023, Bee County, TX has a population of approximately 31,000. About 54% are Hispanic or Latino, 39% White (non-Hispanic), 6% Black or African American, and 1% other races. The gender split is roughly 52% male and 48% female, influenced by the county’s correctional facilities. The median age is around 36 years, with 23% under 18 and 16% aged 65 and over.

Bee County, TX, with about 20,000 residents, had 13,212 registered voters in 2022. Elections include federal, state, county, local, and school board. In the 2020 presidential election, 54% voted Republican and 45% Democrat. Voters cast ballots at designated polling locations in Beeville, Pettus, and Skidmore. Key local issues include infrastructure and education. Election administration is managed by the Bee County Elections Department. Both Democratic and Republican parties are active locally, hosting primaries and candidate forums. Voter turnout typically ranges from 50% in general elections to around 10–15% in local contests.

Bee County, TX, features 21 public schools, including 2 high schools, serving about 6,800 students. The high school graduation rate is 93%, while approximately 14% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. The average school rating is 5/10, per GreatSchools.org. Adult education opportunities include Coastal Bend College, offering associate and workforce programs. School safety initiatives include campus security officers and safety drills. Educational programs emphasize STEM, dual-credit courses, and career-technical education.

As of 2022, Bee County, TX, had an employment rate of approximately 54.7% among residents aged 16 and over. Major employment industries include Educational Services, Health Care & Social Assistance (24.5%), Public Administration (12.2%), and Retail Trade (10.8%). The largest occupational groups are Office & Administrative Support (13.6%) and Management (10%). About 85% of workers commute alone by car, with a median travel time of 21.6 minutes. Most employees work within Bee County, though around 26% commute to neighboring counties, notably Nueces and Bexar.

Bee County, TX, has a homeownership rate of about 62%, with a median home value around $120,000 as of 2023. The average monthly rent is approximately $900. Recent years have seen modest appreciation, with property values rising 3–5% annually. Housing types range from single-family homes to some duplexes, concentrated in neighborhoods like Beeville and Blueberry Hills. Property tax rates average 1.7%, resulting in an annual tax of about $2,040 for a median-priced home. Most residents enjoy affordable living relative to state averages, making Bee County attractive for both buyers and renters.

Bee County, TX has a crime rate higher than the national average. In 2023, the overall crime rate was about 36.7 per 1,000 residents, with violent crime at 5.9 per 1,000 and property crime at 30.8 per 1,000. The Bee County Sheriff’s Office and local police regularly report incidents, encouraging community vigilance. Recent statistics show a slight increase in property crimes but a steady violent crime rate. Residents are advised to take standard safety precautions, as the area’s crime index is 18 (with 100 being safest).