Roberts County Public RecordsTexas

As of the 2020 Census, Roberts County, TX, had a population of 827. The median age was about 44.4 years, with 26.8% under 18 and 21.7% aged 65 or older. The gender split was roughly 52% male and 48% female. Racially, the population was 87.4% White, 2.4% African American, 1.4% Native American, 0.6% Asian, and 6.5% from other races; 9.2% identified as Hispanic or Latino.

Roberts County, TX, with about 600 residents, had 561 registered voters in 2022. The county overwhelmingly supports Republicans; in the 2020 presidential election, 96% voted GOP. Elections include general, primary, and local contests, administered by the County Clerk’s office. Polling is usually at the Courthouse Annex in Miami, TX. Voter turnout exceeds 75%. Key issues include property taxes and rural services. Local politics see minimal Democratic presence, with the Republican Party dominating offices and ballots. Online resources through the county's official website support voter information and registration.

Roberts County, TX, served primarily by Miami Independent School District, has one central school, Miami School (PK-12), with an enrollment of around 260 students. About 93% of adults hold a high school diploma, while roughly 18% have a bachelor’s degree or higher. The school district scores above average on state assessments, with a 95% graduation rate. Educational programs include dual-credit and vocational courses. School safety incidents are rare, and staff-to-student ratios are low (approximately 1:11), contributing to a positive learning environment. Adult education resources, however, remain limited within the county.

Roberts County, TX, has an employment rate of approximately 63.4%. Key industries include agriculture, forestry, fishing, and hunting, employing around 39% of workers, followed by educational services, and health care at 23%. The dominant occupation types are management, business, and science roles (about 34%). Most residents (over 74%) commute by car, with an average travel time of 16 minutes. The majority work within the county, while a small proportion commute to neighboring counties such as Gray and Hutchinson.

Roberts County, TX has a high homeownership rate of about 83%, with median home values around $150,000. Rental opportunities are limited, with fewer than 20% of residents renting and typical rents ranging from $650 to $900 monthly. The property market is stable, seeing modest value increases over the past five years. Housing consists mainly of single-family homes, with larger lots common in rural neighborhoods near Miami, the county seat. Property taxes average 1.45% of assessed value, making overall tax rates relatively moderate compared to other Texas counties.

Roberts County, TX, consistently ranks among the safest counties in Texas. In 2022, the county reported a total crime rate of approximately 200 incidents per 100,000 people—significantly lower than the state average of 2,691 per 100,000. Violent crime is especially rare, with no homicides or robberies reported in recent years, and property crime incidents remain minimal. The sheriff’s office provides regular updates and encourages community reporting, contributing to a strong sense of safety and low crime statistics.