Total Population
122,932
Population
Growth Rate
0.62%
Median Age
34
Diversity Index
83.400
Odessa is a vibrant, growing community. Life in Odessa is not just about business. It is a community that welcomes its citizens with open arms in the business community and daily life.
Odessa has long been known for its rich resources due to its location in the Permian Basin, the largest single source of oil and gas deposits in the United States. The abundant energy combined with world-class infrastructure, a skilled workforce and a pro-business climate has proven Odessa ideal for business.
The local economy has rapidly diversified recently, with new businesses coming to the community. Today, Odessa is a focal point for product distribution for national and international companies outside the oil and gas industry.
As a result, Odessa continues to grow, with the population forecasted to exceed 215,000 by 2040. Employment forecasts 1.70% growth annually in that timeframe, creating over 37,400 net new jobs. Real personal income and retail sales are projected to increase by 3.81% and 4.13% per year, respectively. For comparison, the rate of growth for output in Texas is forecast to be 3.25% annually through 2040, with employment in the state expanding at a pace of 1.70% per year.
The outstanding cultural and recreational opportunities, healthcare facilities and ease of access to the surrounding region make Odessa the ideal place for business expansion and relocation.
Total Population
122,932
Population
Growth Rate
0.62%
Median Age
34
Diversity Index
83.400
Households
45,331
Total Housing Units
52,591
Owner Occupied
29,546
Renter Occupied
15,785
Vacant
7,260
Median Home Value
$249,693
Average Home Value
$287,587
Income
Growth Rate
Median
Household Income
0.00%
Per Capita Income
2.40%
Median Household
$82,481 $91,917
Average Household
$106,629 $118,693
Per Capita
$39,814 $44,829
Total Businesses
4,318
Total Employed
57,483
2026 Educational Services - Businesses
Businesses
92
Employed
8,762
2026 Retail Trade Businesses
Businesses
656
Employed
7,719
2026 Accommodation / Food Service
Businesses
434
Employed
6,717
2026 HealthCare / Social Assistance
Businesses
464
Employed
6,266
2026 Food Service / Drinking Est.
Businesses
369
Employed
5,713
2026 Public Administration
Businesses
102
Employed
5,249
Some
High School
7,209
Graduated
High School
21,147
Associates
Degree
7,698
Bachelor's
Degree
11,749
Graduate
Degree
5,948