Economy & Jobs — Iola, Texas
Income & Employment
| Median Household Income (Census) | $50,000 |
| Estimated 2026 | ~$60,300 |
| Per Capita Income | $31,242 |
| Poverty Rate | 8.3% |
| Unemployment Rate | 12.7% |
| In Labor Force | 144 |
Top Industries
| Industry | Share |
| Manufacturing | 21.5% |
| Education Healthcare | 20.4% |
| Construction | 15.1% |
Local Businesses (County)
| Type | Count |
| Full Service Restaurants | 16 |
| Gas Stations | 15 |
| Fast Food | 15 |
| General Merchandise | 8 |
| Pet Grooming | 7 |
| Convenience Stores | 6 |
| Real Estate Offices | 6 |
| Commercial Banks | 6 |
| Insurance Agencies | 6 |
| Physician Offices | 5 |
| Auto Repair | 4 |
| Law Offices | 3 |
| Hotels Motels | 3 |
| Coffee Shops | 3 |
Sources: Census ACS 5-Year 2023; BLS QCEW 2023; Census ACS 5-Year 2023, B19013.