Maverick County Public RecordsTexas

Maverick County, TX, has an estimated population of 57,887 (2022). The median age is about 32 years. Gender distribution is nearly even, with approximately 50.5% male and 49.5% female. The county is predominantly Hispanic or Latino (95.7%), with smaller proportions of White (3.6%), Black or African American (0.2%), and other races (0.5%).

Maverick County, TX has over 34,000 registered voters as of 2024. The county participates in local, state, and federal elections, using both early voting and Election Day polling at locations such as the County Annex and public schools. In the 2020 presidential election, 55% voted Democrat, 44% Republican. Key issues include border security and education. Elections are administered by the County Elections Office. The area is primarily Democratic, but Republican participation has risen recently. There are two main parties, and voter turnout averaged 48% in recent general elections.

Maverick County, TX, served by Eagle Pass ISD, has 18 public schools, including 2 high schools. The high school graduation rate is around 85%. About 13% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. Schools score an average of 5/10 on GreatSchools ratings. The district offers bilingual and STEM programs, and maintains student-teacher ratios of roughly 15:1. With school safety initiatives and after-school activities, Maverick County strives to support student achievement and adult education through programs like Southwest Texas Junior College’s local campus.

As of 2023, Maverick County, TX, had an unemployment rate of 6.7%, above the state average. Major employment sectors include educational services and healthcare (27%), retail trade (12%), and public administration (11%). Office and administrative support roles employ 18%, while sales and related occupations constitute 10%. Approximately 86% of workers commute by car, with an average travel time of 19 minutes. Most residents work within the county, though about 18% commute to neighboring counties, such as Dimmit or Webb, for employment opportunities.

Maverick County, TX, has a homeownership rate of approximately 70%, with median home values around $128,000 and average rents near $870 per month. The housing market has shown steady appreciation of 4% annually since 2020. Most homes are single-family residences, particularly in neighborhoods like Eagle Pass and Chula Vista, with some multi-family units and mobile homes. Property taxes average 2.1% of a property's assessed value. Popular areas offer proximity to schools and amenities, catering to both families and retirees in this predominantly suburban county.

Maverick County, TX, experiences higher crime rates compared to national averages. In 2022, the violent crime rate was approximately 6.2 per 1,000 residents, with 175 reported violent crimes, while property crime stood at 22.4 per 1,000, totaling over 630 incidents. The majority of reported offenses include burglary and theft. Local law enforcement actively encourages community crime reporting, and recent efforts have focused on increasing patrol visibility and crime prevention programs. Despite ongoing efforts, safety remains a concern, requiring continued vigilance and community engagement.