Ferris CCD, Texas
Ferris CCD profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Ferris CCD is a geographic entity located in Ellis County, Texas. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 16,045. The land area covers 111.30 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 16,045 | ±1,284 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 40.4 yrs | ±2.1 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 5,375 | ±423 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 5,718 | ±439 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 5,375 | ±423 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 343 | ±162 |
| Median Home Value | $255,700 | ±$30,974 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,306 | ±$176 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $86,799 | ±$8,605 |
| Per Capita Income | $33,771 | ±$2,763 |
| Poverty Rate | 10.3% | ±4.1% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,645 | ±668 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.6% | ±1.6% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 7,762 | ±749 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 91% | ±10% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 232,387 (2024)
ID: 175878
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: ELLIS COUNTY JUDGE COUNTY AUDITOR
101 W MAIN ST, WAXAHACHIE TX 75165-0405
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | DALLAS, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | DALLAS, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | LANCASTER, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06 | ENNIS, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK | DESOTO, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | 01-03 | ENNIS, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | DALLAS, TX | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | DALLAS, TX | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 06-09 | DALLAS, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | HEARTLAND, TX |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Nelson University
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College | 14.1 mi away | 1200 Sycamore, Waxahachie, TX, 75165 |
8889377248
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FERRIS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 3.3 mi away | 301 E 10TH ST, FERRIS, TX, 75125 |
(972) 544-2110
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Paul Quinn College
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College | 14.9 mi away | 3837 Simpson Stuart Rd, Dallas, TX, 75241 |
2143761000
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GILLIAM MEMORIAL PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 7.6 mi away | 205 E BELT LINE RD, WILMER, TX, 75172 |
(972) 441-3335
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University of North Texas at Dallas
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College | 15.4 mi away | 7300 University Hills Drive, Dallas, TX, 75241 |
9727803600
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RED OAK PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 10.5 mi away | 101 S LIVE OAK ST, RED OAK, TX, 75154 |
(469) 218-1230
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Buckner Barber School
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College Vocational | 17.4 mi away | 1515 South Buckner Boulevard, Suite 147-148, Dallas, TX, 75217-1775 |
2143986416
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LANCASTER VETERANS MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 11.1 mi away | 1600 VETERANS MEMORIAL PKWY, LANCASTER, TX, 75134 |
(972) 227-1080
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Dallas Institute of Funeral Service
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College | 19.7 mi away | 3909 S Buckner Blvd, Dallas, TX, 75227-4314 |
2143885466
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LANCASTER VETERANS MEMORIAL LIBRARY BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 11.1 mi away | 1600 VETERANS MEMORIAL PKWY, LANCASTER, TX, 75134 |
(972) 227-1080
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at FERRIS, TX US, located 3.5 miles from Ferris CCD. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 57.5° | 35.6° | 46.5° | 2.96" | — |
| February | 61.7° | 38.8° | 50.3° | 3.08" | — |
| March | 69.0° | 45.4° | 57.2° | 4.00" | — |
| April | 76.6° | 53.3° | 65.0° | 3.85" | — |
| May | 83.8° | 63.2° | 73.5° | 4.34" | — |
| June | 91.5° | 70.7° | 81.1° | 3.95" | — |
| July | 95.9° | 73.5° | 84.7° | 1.98" | — |
| August | 96.5° | 73.3° | 84.9° | 2.81" | — |
| September | 90.0° | 66.2° | 78.1° | 2.69" | — |
| October | 79.5° | 55.0° | 67.2° | 4.86" | — |
| November | 67.2° | 44.6° | 55.9° | 2.84" | — |
| December | 58.7° | 36.8° | 47.8° | 3.51" | — |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ferris city | City | 4.1 mi | — |
| Bristol CDP | CDP | 4.9 mi | — |
| Palmer town | Town | 4.9 mi | — |
| Garrett town | Town | 8.0 mi | — |
| Wilmer city | City | 8.0 mi | — |
| Red Oak city | City | 8.8 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 4813991310. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.