Archer County, Texas Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Archer County is located in Texas with a total population of 8,734. It is the 173rd most populous county out of 254 in Texas.

Age Demographics

The median age in Archer County is 43.1 years. This is 21% higher than the state median of 35.5 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Archer County is $71,958. This is 6% lower than the state median of $76,292. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 8% lower. The poverty rate stands at 11.7%. This is 15% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 3.4%. This is 35% lower than the state rate of 5.1%. The median home value is $175,300. Housing costs are 33% lower than the state median of $260,400. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.4x, Archer County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 85.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 36% higher than the state average of 62.6%.

Race & Ethnicity

Archer County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 86.4% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 9.0%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (86.4% vs 39.9%). The Black or African American population (0.8%) is well below the state average of 11.9%. The Hispanic or Latino population (9.0%) is well below the state average of 39.5%. The Asian population (0.2%) is well below the state average of 5.3%.

Education

25.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 24% lower than the state rate of 33.1%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 91.0%.