El Campo

TX

Wharton County, Texas

Population 42K |Median income $66,924 |1 hospital

Population
41,794
Wharton County
Median Income
$66,924
Near average
Median Home Value
$189,900
-17% vs avg
Median Age
38.1
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
42K+1%
Median Income
$66,924+66%
Median Home Value
$189,900+99%
Poverty Rate
13.6%-28%
Unemployment
4.9%-32%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,046/mo
Poverty Rate
13.6% -4% vs avg
Unemployment 4.9%
Bachelor's Degree+ 20.7%
Work From Home 5.2%
Public Transit 0.1%

Population

White 57.4%
African American 11.4%
Asian 0.5%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity
40%
Short Sleep Duration
39.2%
High Blood Pressure
38.1%
Physical Inactivity
32.1%
Lack of Health Insurance
21.3%
Frequent Mental Distress
17.3%
Binge Drinking
15.7%
Frequent Physical Distress
15.2%
Diabetes
15%
Current Smoking
14.2%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 75%
Dental Visit 51%

Other Measures

Current Asthma
9.9%
Coronary Heart Disease
7.3%
Stroke
4%

Alerts & News — El Campo 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 El Campo, TX? ▼
El Campo, TX has a population of 41,794 people, located in Wharton County, Texas.
What is the median household income in El Campo? ▼
The median household income in El Campo, TX is $66,924 per year. The poverty rate is 13.6%.
What is the median home value in El Campo? ▼
The median home value in El Campo, TX is $189,900. Median rent is $1,046/month.
What are the top health concerns in El Campo? ▼
The top health indicators in El Campo include Obesity (40%), Short Sleep Duration (39.2%), High Blood Pressure (38.1%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in El Campo? ▼
El Campo has 1 hospital with an average rating of null/5 stars. 0 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in El Campo? ▼
The median age in El Campo, TX is 38.1 years. 20.7% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

El Campo, TX is located in Wharton County, Texas. With a population of 42K and a median household income of $66,924, the community faces health challenges including obesity and short sleep duration. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of null/5 stars. Safety alerts for the El Campo 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 (Wharton 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.