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Hutchinson County, TX market data
How Hutchinson County compares with other counties for 56 business types: competitors, household spending, official counts and growth.
- Population, 2025
- 19,633
- −4.5% since 2020
- Households
- 7,000
- Median household income
- $67,228
- +28.0% vs. 2015–2019, before inflation
- Median home value
- $119,100
- Jobs located here
- 7,541
- Highest market score
- 64
- Real estate, #399 of 2,229 scored counties
A site report maps the competitors on map listings around any address in Hutchinson County by name and distance, and the households and spending within reach. Or open the report at the center of Hutchinson County. Signed out, you see a blurred preview; on an account, each report is one action.
Free10 actions over 3 days, no cardSurvey estimates 2020–2024 · population estimates 2025 · official business counts 2023 · map listings September 2026 · Data credits · How we measure
What this means
Hutchinson County has an estimated 19,633 people and 7,000 households. Between 2020 and 2025, the population of Hutchinson County declined 4.5%, against +3.1% for the U.S. Median household income in Hutchinson County is $67,228, 17% below the U.S. median of $80,734. Against the 2015–2019 survey, the median rose 28.0%, before inflation.
Relative to the U.S., household spending in Hutchinson County runs highest on vehicle insurance (an index of 142, where 100 is the U.S. average) and lowest on memberships, classes and admissions (66).
Of the business types scored in Hutchinson County, real estate businesses (64), insurance agencies (59) and real estate agents and brokers (54) have the highest Groundwork market scores. For real estate businesses, that ranks #399 of 2,229 scored counties.
Hutchinson County is part of the Borger area. Against the U.S., map listings per household run highest for convenience stores (2.5 times the U.S. rate) and lowest for medical and dental practices (41% below the U.S. rate).
All 56 business types in Hutchinson County
Highest Groundwork market score first. Each score compares Hutchinson County with other counties for that business type, from 0 to 100. Spending per listing divides a whole spending line (all vehicle repairs, all eating out) by one type’s listings: the demand for each competitor, not a business’s revenue. Compare it across markets with its index, where 100 is the U.S. figure for the same type; the real estate types, whose line is all housing costs, show the index only. How the score works.
| Business type | Score | Rank among counties | Listings | Per 10k households | Spending per listing | Spending per listing vs. U.S. (100) | Official establishments |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Real estate | 64 | #399 of 2,229 | 9 | 12.9 | Index only | 259 | 3 |
| Insurance agencies | 59 | #817 of 2,272 | 13 | 18.6 | $1.5M | 119 | 4 |
| Real estate agents and brokers | 54 | #810 of 2,176 | 8 | 11.4 | Index only | 232 | Under 3 |
| Doctors, dentists and clinics | 47 | #1,323 of 2,394 | 35 | 50.0 | $212K | 139 | 8 |
| Pet businesses | 46 | #1,269 of 2,200 | 8 | 11.4 | $740K | 84 | Under 3 |
| Primary care and pediatrics | 42 | #1,092 of 1,656 | 5 | 7.1 | $1.5M | 83 | 4 |
| Gas stations | 42 | #1,513 of 2,358 | 14 | 20.0 | $1.6M | 68 | 9 |
| Home repair trades | 40 | #1,482 of 2,057 | 8 | 11.4 | $2.3M | 97 | 13 |
| Grocery and convenience stores | 38 | #1,672 of 2,402 | 19 | 27.1 | $2.2M | 64 | 4 |
| Pizza | 36 | #1,587 of 2,090 | 5 | 7.1 | $5M | 99 | 18 |
| Clothing, shoes and laundry | 34 | #1,734 of 2,210 | 18 | 25.7 | $695K | 79 | 3 |
| Clothing and shoe stores | 31 | #1,684 of 2,087 | 15 | 21.4 | $835K | 66 | 3 |
| Salons, barbers and spas | 31 | #2,095 of 2,385 | 25 | 35.7 | $239K | 112 | Under 3 |
| Funeral homes | 30 | #1,224 of 1,472 | 5 | 7.1 | $235K | 35 | Under 3 |
| Spas and skin care | 29 | #1,544 of 1,769 | 6 | 8.6 | $994K | 113 | Under 3 |
| Dentists and orthodontists | 28 | #1,697 of 1,886 | 9 | 12.9 | $824K | 84 | 4 |
| Bakeries and dessert shops | 24 | #1,753 of 1,889 | 8 | 11.4 | $3.1M | 76 | 5 |
| Coffee shops and cafes | 24 | #1,903 of 2,063 | 9 | 12.9 | $2.8M | 75 | 5 |
| HVAC and plumbing | 23 | #1,609 of 1,707 | 6 | 8.6 | $3.1M | 66 | 8 |
| Hair salons | 23 | #2,162 of 2,339 | 16 | 22.9 | $373K | 87 | Under 3 |
| Gyms | 22 | #1,637 of 1,792 | 5 | 7.1 | $911K | 70 | Under 3 |
| Sit-down restaurants | 20 | #2,305 of 2,405 | 49 | 70.0 | $513K | 77 | 16 |
| Convenience stores | 19 | #2,052 of 2,261 | 14 | 20.0 | $2.9M | 37 | Under 3 |
| Auto repair shops | 19 | #2,271 of 2,378 | 23 | 32.9 | $303K | 68 | 10 |
| Tire shops | 18 | #1,419 of 1,530 | 5 | 7.1 | $1.4M | 56 | 4 |
| Fast food and sandwich shops | 18 | #2,086 of 2,222 | 13 | 18.6 | $1.9M | 63 | 18 |
| Restaurants and cafes | 18 | #2,322 of 2,405 | 89 | 127.1 | $283K | 76 | 39 |
| Gyms, studios and classes | 15 | #2,019 of 2,088 | 10 | 14.3 | $455K | 69 | Under 3 |
| Auto repair and car care | 15 | #2,347 of 2,401 | 40 | 57.1 | $174K | 65 | 16 |
| Chiropractors | 13 | #1,474 of 1,490 | 5 | 7.1 | $1.5M | 62 | Under 3 |
| Collision repair and body shops | 12 | #1,312 of 1,327 | 5 | 7.1 | $1.4M | 45 | 5 |
| Lawn, cleaning and pest control | Not scored | Not scored | 4 | 5.7 | $2.5M | 146 | 7 |
| Martial arts and dance studios | Not scored | Not scored | 4 | 5.7 | $1.1M | 56 | Under 3 |
| Pet grooming and boarding | Not scored | Not scored | 4 | 5.7 | $1.5M | 58 | Under 3 |
| Child care and preschools | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 4.3 | $951K | 95 | 4 |
| Grocery stores | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 4.3 | $13.6M | 147 | 4 |
| Nail salons | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 4.3 | $2M | 119 | Under 3 |
| Physical therapy | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 4.3 | $2.5M | 103 | Under 3 |
| Veterinarians | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 4.3 | $2M | 73 | Under 3 |
| Car washes and detailing | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 2.9 | $3.5M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Landscaping and lawn care | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 2.9 | $4.9M | Too few | 4 |
| Dry cleaners | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 1.4 | $12.5M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Electricians | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 1.4 | $18.8M | Too few | 5 |
| House cleaning | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 1.4 | $9.8M | Too few | 3 |
| Oil change and quick lube | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 1.4 | $7M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Pest control | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 1.4 | $9.8M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Property management | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 1.4 | Index only | Too few | Under 3 |
| Roofing and gutters | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 1.4 | $18.8M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Yoga, Pilates and fitness studios | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 1.4 | $4.6M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Barbershops | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Home inspectors | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Laundromats | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Mortgage brokers and lenders | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Optometrists and eye care | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Pet stores | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Urgent care and walk-in clinics | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
Household spending in Hutchinson County
What households here spend in a year on each line, in total and per household, with the index against the U.S. average (100).
| Spending line | A year, all households | Per household | Index vs. U.S. (100) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicle maintenance and repairs | $7M | $996 | 104 |
| Gasoline and other fuels | $22.8M | $3,255 | 125 |
| Food away from home | $25.2M | $3,594 | 88 |
| Groceries | $40.9M | $5,849 | 93 |
| Personal care products and services | $6M | $852 | 85 |
| Child care and other personal services | $2.9M | $407 | 70 |
| Memberships, classes and admissions | $4.6M | $651 | 66 |
| Medical and dental services | $7.4M | $1,059 | 82 |
| Pets | $5.9M | $846 | 93 |
| Clothing, shoes and related services | $12.5M | $1,788 | 87 |
| Vehicle insurance | $19.5M | $2,782 | 142 |
| Home repairs, maintenance and insurance | $18.8M | $2,685 | 89 |
| Lawn care, cleaning and other household services | $9.8M | $1,401 | 99 |
| Rent and homeowner costs | $101.1M | $14,440 | 87 |
Household spending is estimated from the incomes of the households in each neighborhood, using what households at each income spent nationally in 2024, adjusted for the region. It counts what residents spend, wherever they spend it.
Population and households in Hutchinson County
- Population, 2025 estimate
- 19,633−4.5% since 2020
- Households
- 7,000
- Median age
- 39.1
- Homes lived in by their owners
- 83%
- Vehicles per household
- 2.2
- Land area
- 887 sq. mi.
- People per square mile
- 23
- Median household income
- $67,228+28.0% vs. 2015–2019, before inflation
- Average household income
- $86,061
- Median home value
- $119,100
- Jobs located here
- 7,541
- Daytime population
- 18,790Residents who don’t work, plus everyone whose job is here
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Questions
How fast is Hutchinson County, TX growing?
Population estimates put Hutchinson County at 19,633 people in 2025, down 4.5% since 2020, against +3.1% for the U.S. It has 7,000 households. Median household income rose 28.0% from the 2015–2019 survey, before inflation.
How much do households in Hutchinson County, TX spend?
Households in Hutchinson County spend about $101.1M a year on rent and homeowner costs, $40.9M on groceries and $25.2M on food away from home. Set against the U.S., households in Hutchinson County spend the most on vehicle insurance (an index of 142, where 100 is the U.S. average) and the least on memberships, classes and admissions (66).
Which business types have the highest market scores in Hutchinson County, TX?
The highest Groundwork market scores in Hutchinson County are for real estate businesses (64), insurance agencies (59) and real estate agents and brokers (54). Hutchinson County ranks #399 of 2,229 scored counties for real estate businesses.
How does Hutchinson County, TX compare with the U.S.?
The median household income in Hutchinson County is $67,228 a year, 17% below the U.S. median of $80,734. The population fell 4.5% from 2020 to 2025, against +3.1% for the U.S. The median home value is $119,100, against $332,700 for the U.S. For its number of households, Hutchinson County has the most map listings, relative to the U.S., for convenience stores (2.5 times the U.S. rate) and the fewest for medical and dental practices (41% below the U.S. rate).
What is the Groundwork market score?
The Groundwork market score runs from 0 to 100 and compares a market with others of its kind for one business type: states with states, metro areas with metro areas, small-town markets and counties with their own. It weighs household spending per competitor (35%), households per business with payroll (25%), population growth (20%) and spending power (20%), each ranked against those peers. A higher score means that, taken together, the market has more household spending and more households for each business already there, faster population growth and more spending per household than similar markets. It describes a market, not any one site or deal. 31 of the 56 business types have a score in Hutchinson County, each ranked against other counties.
How can I see the market around a specific site?
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