Alba, Texas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Alba, Texas had a total population of 664, the 1165th largest town in Texas, with a median household income of $60,682, which is 23% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 9.6%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 7.5% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.9x.
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 0.8%.
Alba Quick Facts
How Alba Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 574 | 664 | +15.7% |
| Median household income | $59,583 | $60,682 | +1.8% |
| Median home value | $111,600 | $112,500 | +0.8% |
How Alba Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 67 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Alba Rankings in Texas
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Other Cities in Wood County
Cities Similar to Alba
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Solis | 663 | N/A | $172,500 | 5.1% | 28.8% |
| Santa Maria | 669 | N/A | $76,800 | 2.7% | 37.2% |
| Graford | 654 | $60,938 | $127,500 | 14.3% | 14.1% |
| Burke | 663 | $62,969 | $141,100 | 18.7% | 11.1% |
| Roby | 679 | $59,758 | $45,800 | 13.5% | 19.3% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 664, Alba's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Alba is a small community located in Texas, within Wood County. The total population is 664. It ranks as the 1165th most populous out of 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Alba is 52.2 years. This is 47% higher than the state median of 35.6 years. Only 14.2% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Alba is $60,682. This is 23% lower than the state median of $78,476. It is also 25% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 9.6%. This is 30% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 0.8%. This is 86% lower than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $112,500. Housing costs are 60% lower than the state median of $283,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.9x, Alba is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 77.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 24% higher than the state average of 62.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Alba is White (non-Hispanic), making up 80.9% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 14.0%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (80.9% vs 39.1%). The Hispanic or Latino population (14.0%) is well below the state average of 39.7%. The Asian population (0.3%) is well below the state average of 5.5%.
Education
7.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 78% lower than the state rate of 33.8%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 80.5%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Alba, Texas is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Texas state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Alba, Texas?
Alba, Texas has a population of 664 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Alba, TX?
The median household income in Alba is $60,682, which is 25% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Alba, TX?
The poverty rate in Alba is 9.6%. This means approximately 64 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Alba, Texas?
Alba's population is 80.9% White, 0.0% Black, 14.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.3% Asian.
What is the median home value in Alba, TX?
The median home value in Alba is $112,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.9x.
How educated is Alba, Texas?
7.5% of adults (25+) in Alba hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 2.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.