Pecos, TX County is a small town located in West Texas with a population of 15,202 according to the US Census Bureau. The population density is 3 people per square mile, making it one of the more rural counties in the US with a population density of 93 people per square mile. Pecos is home to many businesses such as Peacock Grocery Store and Ranch Hand Supply. It also has plenty of year-round outdoor activities like fishing, hiking, and camping at local lakes and parks. Other organizations in the area include the Pecos County Chamber of Commerce and Pecos Valley Artesia Arts Council which offer events and activities for local residents. Throughout the year there are many local sporting events that take place such as baseball and football games for both high school teams and semi-pro teams like the Pecos Colts.
The population in Pecos County is 15,202. There are 3 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Pecos County is 36.1, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Pecos County is 3.0, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Pecos County
- 44.1% are married
- 10.2% are divorced
- 38.2% are married with children
- 13.9% have children, but are single
Race in Pecos County
- 25.9% are White
- 4.1% are Black
- 0.4% are Asian
- 0.6% are Native American
- 0.1% claim Other
- 68.5% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 0.3% Two or more races
- 0.1% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander