Albany, Texas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Albany, Texas had a total population of 1,849, the 768th largest city in Texas, with a median household income of $68,000, which is 13% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 10.5%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Unemployment rate of 10.9% is notably above the national average.
Albany Quick Facts
How Albany 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 | 1,725 | 1,849 | +7.2% |
| Median household income | $56,339 | $68,000 | +20.7% |
| Median home value | $162,500 | $173,600 | +6.8% |
How Albany 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
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 67 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Albany Rankings in Texas
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Other Cities in Shackelford County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Moran | 259 | $63,846 | 21.6% | $44,300 |
Cities Similar to Albany
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stowell | 1,823 | N/A | $121,600 | 10.3% | 49.0% |
| Plum Grove | 1,832 | $66,341 | $200,800 | 4.3% | 16.9% |
| Uvalde Estates | 1,908 | N/A | N/A | 7.7% | 17.4% |
| Cottonwood Shores | 1,859 | $63,365 | $264,100 | 17.0% | 8.2% |
| Hawkins | 1,876 | $72,404 | $165,900 | 23.8% | 13.3% |
Population Overview
Albany is a small community located in Texas, within Shackelford County. The total population is 1,849. It ranks as the 768th most populous out of 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Albany is 42.3 years. This is 19% higher than the state median of 35.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Albany is $68,000. This is 13% lower than the state median of $78,476. It is also 16% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 10.5%. This is 24% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 10.9%. This is 107% higher than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $173,600. Housing costs are 39% lower than the state median of $283,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.6x, Albany is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 76.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 22% higher than the state average of 62.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Albany is White (non-Hispanic), making up 72.4% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 20.0%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (72.4% vs 39.1%). The Black or African American population (0.3%) is well below the state average of 11.9%.
Education
35.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 4% higher 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 93.8%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Albany, 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 Albany, Texas?
Albany, Texas has a population of 1,849 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Albany, TX?
The median household income in Albany is $68,000, which is 16% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Albany, TX?
The poverty rate in Albany is 10.5%. This means approximately 192 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Albany, Texas?
Albany's population is 72.4% White, 0.3% Black, 20.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Albany, TX?
The median home value in Albany is $173,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.6x.
How educated is Albany, Texas?
35.3% of adults (25+) in Albany hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 11.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.