Brooks County Public RecordsTexas

As of the 2020 Census, Brooks County, TX had a population of 7,076. The median age was 38.8 years. Approximately 51% were male and 49% female. The racial and ethnic composition was about 87% Hispanic or Latino, 11% White (non-Hispanic), 1% Black or African American, and 1% other races. The county’s population has remained fairly stable, with minor fluctuations over recent years.

Brooks County, TX, with approximately 3,000 registered voters out of a 2020 population of 7,076, participates in federal, state, and local elections, including primaries and general contests. In the 2020 presidential election, about 74% voted Democratic, 25% Republican. Voters cast ballots at four main polling locations, including the Brooks County Courthouse. Key issues include border security and education. The county elections office administers procedures, while both Democratic and Republican parties operate locally, with Democrats historically dominant. Voter turnout in recent general elections has averaged around 50%, reflecting moderate engagement regionally.

Brooks County, TX, is served mainly by Brooks County Independent School District, including Falfurrias High School. The district has about 1,000 students across 4 schools, with a graduation rate near 90%. Around 10% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. School safety initiatives include resource officers and emergency drills. Academic performance scores average 70/100 (Texas Education Agency, 2023), and students have access to vocational programs and dual credit courses to support college and career readiness. Adult education options, such as GED prep, are available through local partnerships.

Brooks County, TX, has an employment rate of about 47.6% among residents aged 16 and over. Key industries include agriculture, forestry, fishing & hunting (16.2%), educational services, health care & social assistance (21.5%), and public administration (11.7%). The predominant occupation types are management, business, science, and arts (28.1%), followed by sales and office occupations (23.7%). Most workers (87.4%) commute alone by car, with an average commute time of 20.2 minutes, primarily traveling within the county or to nearby counties such as Hidalgo and Jim Wells.

Brooks County, TX, has a homeownership rate of approximately 66%, with median home values around $56,000 and median rents near $700/month. The county’s property market has remained relatively stable, with slight appreciation in recent years but still below state and national averages. Housing mainly consists of single-family homes and mobile homes, with neighborhoods centered around Falfurrias. Property tax rates average 1.44%, resulting in low annual property taxes compared to larger Texas counties. Rental homes are less common than owned housing, reflecting the county’s rural setting and small population.

Brooks County, TX, has a crime rate significantly above the national average, with violent crime at approximately 5.4 incidents per 1,000 residents and property crime at 28.7 per 1,000, according to FBI 2022 statistics. The county reported 38 violent crimes and 202 property crimes last year. Law enforcement relies on community reporting and regular patrols, but the remote location poses challenges for response times. Residents are encouraged to remain vigilant and report suspicious activities promptly to local authorities for improved safety.