Texas County, Missouri Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Texas County is located in Missouri with a total population of 24,956. It is the 43rd most populous county out of 115 in Missouri.

Age Demographics

The median age in Texas County is 42.8 years. This is 10% higher than the state median of 38.9 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Texas County is $48,055. This is 30% lower than the state median of $68,920. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 39% lower. The poverty rate stands at 19.3%. This is 53% higher than the state poverty rate of 12.6%. The unemployment rate is 4.6%. This is 11% higher than the state rate of 4.1%. The median home value is $123,300. Housing costs are 43% lower than the state median of $215,600. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.6x, Texas County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 76.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 13% higher than the state average of 67.9%.

Race & Ethnicity

Texas County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 89.6% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 2.4%. The Black or African American population (2.1%) is well below the state average of 11.0%. The Hispanic or Latino population (2.4%) is well below the state average of 5.1%. The Asian population (0.3%) is well below the state average of 2.1%.

Education

15.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 51% lower than the state rate of 31.9%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 85.6%.