Economy & Jobs — La Ward, Texas
Income & Employment
| Median Household Income (Census) | $60,667 |
| Estimated 2026 | ~$69,100 |
| Per Capita Income | $24,894 |
| Poverty Rate | 44.4% |
| Unemployment Rate | 17.9% |
| In Labor Force | 104 |
Top Industries
| Industry | Share |
| Manufacturing | 33.3% |
| Agriculture | 24.5% |
| Construction | 11.8% |
Local Businesses (County)
| Type | Count |
| Fast Food | 11 |
| Gas Stations | 10 |
| Auto Repair | 8 |
| Insurance Agencies | 7 |
| Child Day Care | 6 |
| Hotels Motels | 6 |
| Full Service Restaurants | 6 |
| Commercial Banks | 5 |
| General Merchandise | 4 |
| Grocery Stores | 3 |
| Convenience Stores | 3 |
Sources: Census ACS 5-Year 2023; BLS QCEW 2023; Census ACS 5-Year 2023, B19013.