Economy & Jobs — Shepherd, Texas
Income & Employment
| Median Household Income (Census) | $53,750 |
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| Estimated 2026 | ~$55,100 |
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| Per Capita Income | $23,589 |
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| Poverty Rate | 16.7% |
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| Unemployment Rate | 13.4% |
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| In Labor Force | 826 |
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Top Industries
| Industry | Share |
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| Construction | 22.8% |
| Education Healthcare | 18.8% |
| Arts Food | 16.7% |
Local Businesses (County)
| Type | Count |
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| Full Service Restaurants | 9 |
| Gas Stations | 7 |
| General Merchandise | 7 |
| Fast Food | 7 |
| Child Day Care | 5 |
| Grocery Stores | 4 |
| Insurance Agencies | 3 |
Sources: Census ACS 5-Year 2023; BLS QCEW 2023; Census ACS 5-Year 2023, B19013.
