Borger

Hutchinson County, Texas

Population 20K |Median income $67,228 |1 hospital

Population

20,184

Hutchinson County

Median Income

$67,228

Near average

Median Home Value

$119,100

-48% vs avg

Median Age

39.3

years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024

Population

20K-8%

Median Income

$67,228+50%

Median Home Value

$119,100+88%

Poverty Rate

13.3%-16%

Unemployment

3.6%-54%

Economics

Median Rent

$932/mo

Poverty Rate

13.3% -6% vs avg

Unemployment 3.6%

Bachelor's Degree+ 16.8%

Work From Home 4.7%

Public Transit 0.8%

Population

White 70.4%

African American 2.2%

Two or More Ethnicities 2%

Asian 0.6%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Short Sleep Duration

37.1%

High Blood Pressure

36%

Obesity

35.1%

Physical Inactivity

28.2%

Frequent Mental Distress

17.9%

Binge Drinking

17.4%

Lack of Health Insurance

16.7%

Current Smoking

14.8%

Frequent Physical Distress

14.6%

Diabetes

12.9%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 74.5%

Dental Visit 56.9%

Other Measures

Current Asthma

10.1%

Coronary Heart Disease

Stroke

3.7%

Alerts & News — Borger Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Red Flag Warning Issued for Deep South Texas: Critical Fire Weather Risk Through Monday

NOAA · 2d ago

Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Galveston Bay Through Sunday Night

NOAA · 2d ago

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for East Texas and Northwest Louisiana

NOAA · 3d ago

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Tyler and Jasper Counties in Southeast Texas

NOAA · 3d ago

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Jasper and Tyler Counties in Southeast Texas

NOAA · 3d ago

Disasters

FEMA Authorizes Fire Management Assistance for Corner Pocket Fire in Texas

FEMA · 3d ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Borger, TX? ▼

Borger, TX has a population of 20,184 people, located in Hutchinson County, Texas.

What is the median household income in Borger? ▼

The median household income in Borger, TX is $67,228 per year. The poverty rate is 13.3%.

What is the median home value in Borger? ▼

The median home value in Borger, TX is $119,100. Median rent is $932/month.

What are the top health concerns in Borger? ▼

The top health indicators in Borger include Short Sleep Duration (37.1%), High Blood Pressure (36%), Obesity (35.1%). Data from CDC PLACES.

How many hospitals are in Borger? ▼

Borger has 1 hospital with an average rating of null/5 stars. 0 have emergency departments.

What is the median age in Borger? ▼

The median age in Borger, TX is 39.3 years. 16.8% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Borger, TX is located in Hutchinson County, Texas. With a population of 20K and a median household income of $67,228, the community faces health challenges including short sleep duration and high blood pressure. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of null/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Borger area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Hutchinson County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.