Jail population and outsourcing costs increasing

HAYS COUNTY

Compared to two weeks prior, the estimated cost for outsourcing inmates from the Hays County Jail has increased by $5,206. The Hays County Jail’s population daily average has increased by 15 inmates and the peak has increased by 12 inmates. Compared to one month prior, the cost for outsourcing inmates increased by $7,710. The jail’s daily average increased by 21 inmates and the peak increased by 24 inmates.

During Hays County Commissioners Court, Hays County Judge Ruben Becerra updates the community on the jail population and outsourcing costs. The most recent report covered the week of June 23 to 29.