Irion County Public RecordsTexas

As of the 2020 Census, Irion County, Texas, had a population of 1,513. The median age was 47.3 years, with 22% under 18 and 22% aged 65 or older. The gender split was nearly even, with 50.3% male and 49.7% female. Racially, the population was 89.2% White, 1.5% Black or African American, 1% Native American, and 6.8% from other races. Hispanic or Latino individuals comprised 29.2% of the total population.

Irion County, TX, with about 1,500 residents, had 1,153 registered voters as of the November 2022 general election. County elections include local (county judge, commissioners), state, and federal races, with typically high turnout—approximately 70% in 2022. Polling takes place mainly at the Courthouse in Mertzon. The county leans strongly Republican; in 2020, Donald Trump received over 90% of the local vote. Election issues focus on water, agriculture, and property taxes. Elections are overseen by the county clerk; both Democratic and Republican parties participate, though Democratic presence is minimal in recent cycles.

Irion County, TX, served by Irion County ISD, has 2 public schools: Irion County High School and Irion Elementary & Middle. The high school serves grades 7-12, with about 120 students and a 97% graduation rate. Approximately 16% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. School ratings average B (GreatSchools 6/10). Education programs include dual-credit and career technology courses; safety measures meet state standards, with low reported incidents. The student-teacher ratio is 10:1, supporting individualized instruction and positive educational outcomes.

Irion County, TX, had an employment rate of approximately 61.4% in 2022. The leading industries are agriculture, forestry, fishing, hunting (28%), and educational services, health care, and social assistance (23%). The most common occupation types are management, business, science, and arts (34%), and natural resources, construction, and maintenance (26%). About 83% of workers commute alone by car, and the average commute is 24 minutes. Major employment locations include local ranches, schools, and the county government, with most residents working within Irion or neighboring Tom Green County.

Irion County, TX has a homeownership rate of approximately 75%, with median home values around $129,000. The rental vacancy rate is low, and median gross rent is about $730 per month. Most housing consists of single-family detached homes, with limited multifamily options. Neighborhoods are rural and sparsely populated, primarily centered in Mertzon. Property values have remained relatively stable, with modest growth in recent years. The county property tax rate averages 1.3%, lower than the Texas average, making housing generally affordable for residents compared to urban areas.

Irion County, TX, is known for its low crime rates, reflecting a strong sense of safety in its small, rural communities. According to the latest available FBI Uniform Crime Reporting data, the county reported 0 violent crimes and only 3 property crimes in 2022, resulting in a crime rate of approximately 1.1 incidents per 1,000 residents—well below the state and national averages. Law enforcement maintains a visible presence, and residents actively report suspicious activities, contributing to the county’s reputation as a secure place to live and work.