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City
Odessa
#4 in Best Places to Live in Midland Odessa Area
  • B
    Overall Grade
  • City in Texas
  • 263 reviews
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    Odessa Residents

    Diversity
    A
    Based on ethnic and economic diversity.
    Population
    118,582
    Unemployment Rate
    4.6%
    Poverty Rate
    10.7%
    Non-Citizens
    7.4%
    Poll
    What one word or phrase best describes the people who live in your area?
    Based on 24 responses
    • Human
      50%
    • Reckless
      21%
    • friendly and unfriendly
      8%
    • Greedy
      8%
    • Outgoing
      8%
    • Weird
      4%

    Odessa Demographics

    Education Levels
    National
    • Master's degree or higher
      6%
      12%
    • Bachelor's degree
      14%
      19%
    • Some college or associate's degree
      32%
      29%
    • High school diploma or equivalent
      29%
      28%
    • Less than high school diploma
      20%
      13%
    Racial Diversity
    • Hispanic
      56%
    • White
      35%
    • African American
      5%
    • Asian
      2%
    • Two or more races
      1%
    • American Indian or Alaska native
      0%
    • Other race
      0%
    • Hawaiian or other Pacific Islander
      0%
    Gender
    • Female
      50%
    • Male
      50%
    Age
    • <10 years
      17%
    • 10-17 years
      12%
    • 18-24 years
      11%
    • 25-34 years
      17%
    • 35-44 years
      13%
    • 45-54 years
      11%
    • 55-64 years
      10%
    • 65+ years
      10%
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    Income

    Median Household Income
    $63,145
    National
    $55,322
    Household Income Brackets
    • <$25k
      17%
    • $25-$44k
      19%
    • $45-$74k
      22%
    • $75-$149k
      30%
    • $150k+
      12%
    Median Individual Income
    $31,947
    National
    $27,419
    Individual Income Brackets
    • <$15k
      26%
    • $15-$34k
      28%
    • $35-$64k
      26%
    • $65k+
      21%

    Community

    Poll
    44%
    of residents say there is a good sense of community.27 responses
    Poll
    57%
    of people say LGBT residents are somewhat accepted.28 responses
    Poll
    What is the most helpful tip for a new resident to know before moving to your area?
    Based on 20 responses
    • The oil field is a big part of this town!
      50%
    • Unexpected population boom = higher prices
      25%
    • Everything is overly priced
      15%
    • Don't be rude
      10%
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