Favorability to Plaintiff:

5 (Neutral)

Summary:

A regional hub centered on San Angelo with a mix of urban and agricultural areas, moderate demographics, and a decent local plaintiff bar. Politics are solidly Republican and conservative, though the city’s diversity creates moderate plaintiff favorability compared to its neighbors. The verdict record lacks headline, runaway numbers, but San Angelo juries have shown a willingness to return significant awards in major cases (including medical malpractice). Net: a West Texas exception, slightly above average for plaintiffs relative to surrounding counties and a moderate-score venue on paper, yet still a difficult forum in practice, where conservative instincts keep damages measured.

County Seat:

San Angelo

Population (2024):

120,103

Median Age:

35.8

Median Income:

$66,254

2024 Election Results:

Trump (73.5%)

Other Results:

$6,560,000 – Bar overserved patron, leading to fatal crash (2024; D200111C).