Abilene, TX — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Jones County · Texas
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Abilene based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
127,130
2023 ACS
Median Income
$62,720
2023
Median Home Value
$178,900
2023
Median Rent
$1,106
2023
Median Age
32.8
Unemployment
2.7%
Cost of Living Index
100.3
100 = national avg
Abilene is a city in Jones County, Texas, with a population of 127,130 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Abilene is one of the communities in Texas.
The median household income in Abilene is $62,720, and the median home value is $178,900. The cost of living index is 100.3 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $1,106 per month. The unemployment rate is 2.7%, and the median age is 32.8 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
127,130
Male
64,965
51.1%
Female
62,165
48.9%
Median Age
32.8
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
16.8%
High School or Higher
35.4%
Foreign Born
7.4%
Veterans
6.2%
Married
37.4%
Avg Household Size
2.5
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.450
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
White
66.6%
Foreign Born
7.4%
Hispanic/Latino Ethnicity
Hispanic/Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. People of any race can identify as Hispanic. This percentage overlaps with the racial categories above.
Hispanic/Latino
26.9%
34,185 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
73.1%
Hispanic/Latino Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Asian Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)American Indian & Alaska Native Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Languages Spoken
Total Speakers (5+)
118,924
English Only
81.9%
#1 Non-English Language
Spanish
17,401 speakers
Limited English
4.0%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
96.0%
Limited English Proficiency
4.0%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
7,841
6.2% of population
Disability Rate
45.6%
3,575 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$48,463
Unemployment Rate
2.5%
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
6,965
88.8%
Female Veterans
876
11.2%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$48,463
Non-Veteran Income
$31,080
Difference
$17,383
55.9% higher
Disability Status
With Disability
3,575
Without Disability
4,266
Disability Rate
45.6%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
59,422
#1 Ancestry
English
9.6% (12,142)
#2 Ancestry
German
8.9% (11,284)
#3 Ancestry
Irish
8.1% (10,313)
Top 20 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
46,682
Family Households
29,860
64.0%
Married Couples
21,318
45.7%
Non-Family Households
16,822
36.0%
Single Mother Households
6,200
13.3%
Single Father Households
2,342
5.0%
Living Alone
13,064
28.0%
Children Under 18
Total Children
25,282
In Married Couple
17,119
67.7%
With Single Mother
6,490
25.7%
With Single Father
1,673
6.6%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$80,158
Married Couple Income
$94,091
Single Mother Income
$38,743
Single Father Income
$48,848
Avg Family Size
2.5
Avg Non-Family Size
2.3
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
2,657
Grandparents Responsible
1,560
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$62,720
-14% vs national
Per Capita Income
$31,019
-17% vs national
Poverty Rate
14.8%
+9% vs national
Gini Index
0.4475
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
2.7%
-48% vs national
SNAP Recipients
12.3%
of households
How Abilene Compares
Abilene vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with 100,000 - 250,000 residents. Abilene is highlighted.
Median Household Income
Abilene, TX has a median household income of $62,720, making it the 15,234th highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Abilene has a higher median household income than 46% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Abilene, TX has a per capita income of $31,019, making it the 16,211th highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Abilene has a higher per capita income than 42% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Abilene, TX has a poverty rate of 14.8%, making it the 11,315th highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Abilene has a higher poverty rate than 64% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Abilene, TX has a unemployment rate of 2.7%, making it the 18,612th highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Abilene has a higher unemployment rate than 40% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in Abilene. The median household income here is $62,720.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
2.7%
-47% vs TX avg
Labor Force
62,637
Employed
56,287
Mean Commute
14 min
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
16.8%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
35.4%
of adults 25+
Median Age
32.8
Work from Home
7.9%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the Abilene, TX metro area
Highest-Paying Job
Registered Nurses
Top Median Wage
$77.9K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
100.3
100 = national avg
+0.3 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$44,110
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$104,260
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$1,020
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,276
per month
The median household income in Abilene, TX is $62,720, which is 14.3% below the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $31,019. The poverty rate of 14.8% is lower than the TX state average of 14.9%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.4475, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 2.7%, compared to the state average of 5.1%. The labor force is 62,637. 16.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The average commute time is 14 minutes, with 7.9% working from home. About 77.8% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 100.3, which is 0.3% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 113.6. A single adult needs to earn approximately $44,110 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — January 2026
Median Sale Price
$250,000
Median List Price
$265,000
Price Per Sq Ft
$153
Days on Market
37
Active Inventory
240
Months of Supply
1.8
Seller's market
Zillow Home Value
$201,493
ZHVI — January 2026
Zillow Rent Index
$1,760
ZORI — January 2026
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
17.8%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
43.6%
Sale-to-List Ratio
97.0%
Buyer's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
135
New Listings
169
Pending Sales
181
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$153
Median List $/SF
$162
House Price IndexFHFA
How much have housing prices increased in Abilene, TX? According to the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) House Price Index for the Abilene, TX metro area, home prices have risen 242.1% over the past 40 years. Over 20 years, prices grew 154.6%. The 10-year growth rate is 88.5%. Over the last 5 years, prices increased 53.1%. In the most recent 2-year period, the index rose 8.2%. The FHFA HPI tracks average price changes in repeat sales or refinancings of single-family properties with conforming mortgages. Because this is a metro-level index, it reflects the broader Abilene, TX housing market rather than Abilene alone.
Metro area: Abilene, TX
Abilene vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with 100,000 - 250,000 residents. Abilene is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Abilene, TX has a median home value of $178,900, making it the 13,942nd highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Abilene has a higher median home value than 50% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
Abilene, TX has a median rent of $1,106, making it the 8,034th highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that Abilene has a higher median rent than 64% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
Abilene, TX has a price per square foot of $153, making it the 12,280th highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that Abilene has a higher price per square foot than 41% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
Abilene, TX has a rent burden of 21.2%, making it the 7,260th highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that Abilene has a higher rent burden than 67% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$178,900
Median Rent
$1,106
Total Housing Units
52,729
Vacancy Rate
11.5%
Owner Occupied
55.6%
Renter Occupied
44.4%
Median Property Tax
$2,709
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$1,129
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$2,709
per year
Effective Tax Rate
1.51%
of home value
Median Home Value
$178,900
Estimated Mean Tax
$3,140
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($2,709) by the median home value ($178,900). In Abilene, TX, this works out to an effective rate of 1.51%. This is above the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in Abilene, TX is $250,000 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 37 days on the market. 17.8% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 1.8 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $153. Zillow's observed rent index is $1,760/month. About 55.6% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1974. There are 52,729 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $2,709. The effective tax rate is 1.51%, above the national average.
Crime Overview
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)Violent Crime Rate
4.24
per 1,000 residents
+63% vs national
Property Crime Rate
17.63
per 1,000 residents
+3% vs national
Total Crimes
2,850
2024
Violent Clearance
29%
cases solved
Property Clearance
9%
cases solved
YoY Change
-4.4%
violent crime rate
improving vs 2023
How Abilene Compares
Source: FBI (2024)Abilene vs Similar Cities
Source: FBI (2024)Compared to cities with 100,000 - 250,000 residents. Abilene is highlighted in green.
Violent Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Property Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Murder Rate (per 1,000)
Crime Rate Trends
Source: FBICrime Composition
Source: FBI (2024)Violent Crime Breakdown
Property Crime Breakdown
Crime Clearance (Solve) Rates
Source: FBI (2024)Abilene police solve 50% of murder cases but only 7% of motor vehicle theft cases.
Weapon Used in Violent Crime
Source: FBI (2024)Crime Breakdown
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)| Crime Type | Category | Count | Rate per 1K | Clearance % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Murder | Violent | 6 | 0.05 | 50.0% |
| Rape | Violent | 92 | 0.71 | 8.7% |
| Robbery | Violent | 60 | 0.46 | 30.0% |
| Aggravated Assault | Violent | 395 | 3.03 | 32.7% |
| Burglary | Property | 417 | 3.20 | 8.2% |
| Larceny/Theft | Property | 1,700 | 13.05 | 9.7% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | Property | 180 | 1.38 | 6.7% |
Abilene, TX reported 553 violent crimes and 2,297 property crimes in 2024. The violent crime rate of 4.24 per 1,000 residents is 63.3% above the national average of 2.60 per 1,000. Law enforcement cleared 29% of violent crimes. Larceny/theft accounts for 1,700 of the property crime reports. Firearms were involved in 41.5% of aggravated assaults. Violent crime has been trending downward.
Crime History
Source: FBI| Year | Violent | Property | Violent Rate | Property Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 553 | 2,297 | 4.24 | 17.63 |
| 2023 | 570 | 2,226 | 4.44 | 17.34 |
| 2022 | 606 | 2,517 | 4.84 | 20.11 |
| 2021 | 614 | 2,582 | 4.91 | 20.64 |
| 2020 | 529 | 2,651 | 4.26 | 21.37 |
| 2019 | 458 | 3,112 | 3.70 | 25.16 |
| 2018 | 631 | 3,537 | 5.15 | 28.88 |
| 2017 | 645 | 3,812 | 5.24 | 31.00 |
| 2016 | 547 | 4,269 | 4.46 | 34.84 |
| 2015 | 613 | 5,354 | 5.03 | 43.97 |
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
83.8
Relatively Moderate
Expected Annual Loss
84.7
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
34.5
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
76.5
Score (0-100)
Scores range from 0 (lowest risk) to 100 (highest risk) relative to all U.S. communities. Data from FEMA National Risk Index.
Disaster History & Federal Spending
Source: FEMATotal Declarations
24
Public Assistance
$8.7M
Individual Assistance
$3.5M
Most Common Type
Severe Storm
6 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
| Disaster | Type | Date | PA $ | IA $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Severe Storms, Straight-line Winds, Torn… → | Flood | May 2024 | — | $4K |
| Severe Winter Storms → | Severe Ice Storm | Feb 2021 | $28K | $296K |
| Severe Winter Storm → | Severe Ice Storm | Feb 2021 | — | — |
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Biological | Mar 2020 | — | $3.1M |
| Covid-19 → | Biological | Mar 2020 | — | — |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Flood | Feb 2019 | $5.3M | — |
| 335 Fire → | Fire | Apr 2018 | — | — |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Flood | Apr 2016 | $1.2M | — |
| Severe Winter Storms, Tornadoes, Straigh… → | Severe Storm | Feb 2016 | $265K | — |
| Severe Storms, Tornadoes, Straight-line … → | Severe Storm | May 2015 | $1.4M | — |
| Wildfires → | Fire | Jul 2011 | — | — |
| Wildfires → | Fire | Mar 2008 | — | — |
| Tropical Storm Erin → | Severe Storm | Oct 2007 | — | $50K |
| Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding → | Severe Storm | Jun 2007 | $611K | $21K |
| Extreme Wildfire Threat → | Fire | Jan 2006 | — | — |
| Hurricane Rita → | Hurricane | Sep 2005 | — | — |
| Hurricane Rita → | Hurricane | Sep 2005 | — | — |
| Hurricane Katrina Evacuation → | Hurricane | Sep 2005 | — | — |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Flood | Jul 2002 | — | — |
| Extreme Fire Hazards → | Fire | Sep 1999 | — | — |
Showing 20 of 26 disasters
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
119
Total Claims Paid
$3,957,716
Avg Claim Payout
$33,258
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
9
Federal Funding
$1,091,521
Properties Protected
1
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
1.76
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 601.1: Generators | 4 | $0 |
| 91.1: Local Multihazard Mitigation Plan | 3 | $779,092 |
| 601.2: Generators - Regular | 1 | $0 |
| 206.1: Safe Room (Tornado and Severe Wind Shelter) - Private Structures | 1 | $312,429 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
Abilene has a relatively moderate overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are hail, winter weather, wildfire. The area has had 24 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is severe storm (6 declarations). 119 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $8,709,986 in public assistance recovery funding. $3,488,901 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 9 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
35.3%
0.8pp below the national average
Depression Rate
23.3%
near the national average
Diabetes Rate
11.9%
near the national average
Uninsured Rate
17.5%
6.9pp above the national average
Health Scorecard
Higher scores indicate better health outcomes relative to the national average (50 = average)
Health Outcomes
Age-adjusted prevalence rates. Green bars indicate rates below the national average; red indicates above.
High Cholesterol
34.7%
Arthritis
22.7%
Cancer (excl. skin)
6.7%
Teeth Lost (65+)
14.3%
Health Risk Behaviors
Prevention & Screening
Green bars indicate rates above the national average (more preventive care); red indicates below.
Mental Health & Wellbeing
Frequent Mental Distress
18.8%
14+ days in past month
Depression
23.3%
Loneliness
—
Lack of Support
—
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
32.5%
Mobility
14.2%
Cognitive
16.7%
Hearing
6.8%
Vision
6.0%
Self-Care
4.1%
Independent Living
9.2%
Abilene has an obesity rate of 35.3%, which is 0.8pp below the national average. The depression rate is 23.3%, near the national average. About 17.5% of adults lack health insurance. 72.7% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year.
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital Compare
Nearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
4
Avg CMS Rating
2.0 / 5
Nearest Hospital
9.2 mi
Oceans Behavioral Hospital Of ...
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oceans Behavioral Hospital Of Abilene | 9.2 mi | Psychiatric | — | — |
| Hendrick Medical Center | 9.9 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | Yes |
| Anson General Hospital | 21.7 mi | Rural Emergency Hospital | — | Yes |
| North Runnels Hospital | 35.1 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | Yes |
| Rolling Plains Memorial Hospital | 38.2 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | Yes |
Climate & Environment
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
6
Pop. Served
137,705
Violations (5yr)
5
| System Name | Pop. Served | Violations (5yr) |
|---|---|---|
| CITY OF ABILENE | 125,182 | 0 |
| POTOSI WSC | 7,413 | 0 |
| VIEW CAPS WSC | 2,928 | 1 |
| HAMBY WSC | 2,082 | 0 |
| NEW HORIZONS RANCH & CENTER | 100 | 3 |
| WEST CENTRAL TEXAS MWD | — | 1 |
Greenhouse Gas Emitters
Source: EPA GHGRP (2023)Facilities Reporting
2
Total CO₂e
153.0K MT
Top Emitter
Abilene Regional Landfill
116.1K MT CO₂e
Total CO₂e vs Similar Cities (100,000 - 250,000)
| Facility | Sector | CO₂e (MT) |
|---|---|---|
Abilene Regional Landfill Republic Services Inc | Waste | 116,056 |
Abilene Environmental Landfill Abilene Environmental Landfill Inc | Waste | 36,899 |
Data from EPA Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program (GHGRP). Includes facilities emitting 25,000+ metric tons CO₂e/year.
There are 6 water systems serving the area. 5 water quality violations have been reported in the past 5 years. 2 industrial facilities report greenhouse gas emissions totaling 153.0K metric tons of CO₂e.
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Mean Commute
14 min
-40% vs national
Drive Alone
77.8%
-1% vs national
Public Transit
0.5%
-47% vs national
Work From Home
7.9%
-15% vs national
Carpool
10.0%
Walk / Bike
2.9%
combined
How Abilene's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Traffic Fatalities
Source: NHTSA FARS (2023)Fatalities
7
2023
6-Year Avg
14
fatalities/yr
Cyclist
1
Nighttime
4
dark conditions
| Year | Crashes | Fatalities | Alcohol | Pedestrian | Cyclist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 7 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2022 | 21 | 26 | 0 | 2 | 1 |
| 2021 | 16 | 16 | 0 | 6 | 0 |
| 2020 | 13 | 13 | 2 | 3 | 0 |
| 2019 | 9 | 9 | 4 | 2 | 0 |
| 2018 | 10 | 15 | 3 | 2 | 1 |
Data from NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS). Includes only crashes involving at least one fatality.
The average commute in Abilene, TX is 14 minutes, which is 40.2% below the national average of 23 minutes. 77.8% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 7.9% work from home, which is above the TX state average of 7.8%. 10.0% of workers carpool. 2.2% walk to work. 0.7% commute by bicycle. In 2023, there were 7 traffic fatalities from 7 fatal crashes.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
90.8%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
73.6%
of households
No Internet
7.9%
of households
Total Households
46,682
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
93.9%
of households
Smartphone
90.5%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
75.1%
of households
Tablet
55.6%
of households
Percentage of households with each device type. Data from the U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023 5-year estimates, tables B28001 & B28002).
Electricity Rates
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (2024)Residential Rate
14.9¢
per kWh
-13% vs 100,000 - 250,000 avg
Commercial Rate
8.6¢
per kWh
-37% vs 100,000 - 250,000 avg
Industrial Rate
6.1¢
per kWh
-38% vs 100,000 - 250,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$164
residential
+15% vs 100,000 - 250,000 avg
12% below the national average of 17.1¢/kWh
Residential electricity in Texas averages 14.9¢ per kWh, compared to the national average of 17.1¢. The average monthly electric bill is $164. State-level averages from EIA Electric Sales & Revenue data (2024).
Abilene vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (100,000 - 250,000). Each city represents its state's average rate.
Residential Rate (¢/kWh)
Commercial Rate (¢/kWh)
Industrial Rate (¢/kWh)
Average Monthly Bill
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
6
Population Served
137,705
Violations (5yr)
5
| System Name | Type | Source | Pop. Served | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CITY OF ABILENE | Community | Surface water | 125,182 | 0 |
| POTOSI WSC | Community | Purchased surface water | 7,413 | 0 |
| VIEW CAPS WSC | Community | Purchased surface water | 2,928 | 1 |
| HAMBY WSC | Community | Purchased surface water | 2,082 | 0 |
| NEW HORIZONS RANCH & CENTER | Community | Surface water | 100 | 3 |
| WEST CENTRAL TEXAS MWD | Community | Surface water | 0 | 1 |
90.8% of households in Abilene have broadband internet access. 73.6% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 14.2% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 7.9% of households have no internet access. 13.4% use only a smartphone without a desktop or laptop. The area is served by 6 water systems, providing water to 137,705 people. A total of 5 water quality violations have been recorded over the past 5 years.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Abilene is located in Jones County, TX. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Abilene.
Election Overview
Source: Jones County (2024)2024 Winner
Republican
Dem Votes
907
13.1%
GOP Votes
5,988
86.2%
Total Votes
6,946
Margin
R+73.1%
Shift from 2020
R+4.0pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 907 | 5,988 | 6,946 | 13.1% | 86.2% | R+73.1 |
| 2020 | 999 | 5,660 | 6,741 | 14.8% | 84.0% | R+69.1 |
| 2016 | 935 | 4,815 | 5,932 | 15.8% | 81.2% | R+65.4 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Jones County recorded 6,946 total votes. Republicans won the county with 86.2% of the vote compared to 13.1% for Democrats, a margin of R+73.1%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted R+4.0pp from the previous election. Since 2016, Jones County has shifted 7.7 percentage points toward Republicans.
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Nonprofits Overview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTotal Nonprofits
606
Total Assets
$5.9B
Total Income
$2.9B
Per 10K Residents
47.7
nonprofits
-15.7% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
104
Median Assets
$640K
Oldest Active
1935
ruling year
Newest Org
2026
ruling year
Nonprofits by Category
Source: IRS / NTEE ClassificationTop 10 hold $4.7B of $5.9B total
Nonprofit Size Distribution
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFNumber of nonprofits by total asset size
When Were Nonprofits Founded?
Source: IRS Ruling DateNumber of currently active nonprofits by founding decade
Nonprofits per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: IRS BMF + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 100,000 - 250,000
Largest Nonprofits in Abilene
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFAbilene, TX has 606 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with combined assets of $5.9B. The most common category is Religion-Related, with 86 organizations. 104 nonprofits have assets exceeding $1 million. That works out to 47.7 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1935.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
1,146
Total Approved
$419.8M
Jobs Supported
8,638
Per 10K Residents
90.1
SBA loans
+16.4% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
109
Top Lender
First National Bank and Trust Company of Weatherford d/b/a F
295 loans
Top Industry
Accommodation & Food Services
Data Span
1992–2026
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
1,043
Total Amount
$351.5M
Avg Loan
$337,039
Median Loan
$116,100
SBA Guaranteed
$268.8M(76%)
Jobs Supported
7,012
Loans
103
Total Amount
$68.3M
Avg Loan
$662,689
Median Loan
$396,000
Recent Activity (Last 5 Years)
Source: SBA FOIARecent Loans
113
10% of all-time total
Recent Amount
$109.1M
26% of all-time total
Avg Recent Loan
$965,419
Top Industries Funded
Source: SBA FOIA / NAICS CodesSBA Loans per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: SBA FOIA + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 100,000 - 250,000
Top SBA Borrowers
Source: SBA FOIA| Business | Loans | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Circle D Truck Sales Inc. | 5 | $7.3M |
| Mason Trendsetters Development Co. Llc | 3 | $7.0M |
| Pal Mansions Llc | 2 | $5.9M |
| Abi Windows, Llc | 1 | $5.5M |
| Kaytex Foods Inc. | 3 | $5.1M |
| Tnc Management Llc | 2 | $5.0M |
| Bluemoon Hospitality Xi Llc | 1 | $5.0M |
| Mccarty Equipment Inc | 1 | $5.0M |
| Balaji Plano Llc | 1 | $5.0M |
| Balaji Abilene Llc | 1 | $5.0M |
Abilene, TX has received 1,146 SBA loans totaling $419.8M in approved funding between 1992 and 2026. The 7(a) program accounts for 1,043 loans (91% of the total), supporting 7,012 jobs. The 504 program, focused on real estate and large equipment, has funded 103 loans totaling $68.3M. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Accommodation & Food Services. The most active SBA lender in Abilene is First National Bank and Trust Company of Weatherford d/b/a F with 295 loans. That works out to 90.1 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
6
Total Population
114,947
Avg Median Income
-$111,053,920
Avg Home Value
-$110,892,078
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 79601 | 26,917 | $54,515 | $182,900 | $988 | 263.0 |
| 79602 | 26,588 | $84,845 | $233,000 | $1,123 | 121.7 |
| 79605 | 28,257 | $59,565 | $159,800 | $1,077 | 11.0 |
| 79606 | 29,428 | $83,201 | $248,500 | $1,165 | 69.5 |
| 79607 | 3,636 | $61,020 | $490,000 | $1,355 | 8.4 |
| 79699 | 121 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.1 |
Abilene, TX has 6 ZIP codes with a combined population of 114,947. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is -$111,053,920. The average median home value is -$110,892,078. The average median monthly rent is -$111,110,160.
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