Calvert, Texas Demographics & Population 2026
Demographic data: ACS 2020–2024 five-year estimates. Sources and methodology
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Calvert, Texas had a total population of 760, the 1123rd largest city in Texas, with a median household income of $51,000, which is 35% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 5.8%.
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 35% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.3x.
Calvert Quick Facts
How Calvert Changed
Change from the non-overlapping 2015–2019 ACS period to 2020–2024. Earlier dollar figures are adjusted to 2024 dollars; changes marked “no clear change” are within the combined 90% margins of error.
| Metric | 2015–2019 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 1,328 | 760 | -42.8% |
| Median household income | $45,382 | $51,000 | No clear change (+12.4%) |
| Median home value¹ | $106,825 | $116,700 | No clear change (+9.2%) |
| Median gross rent | $881 | $833 | No clear change (-5.5%) |
How Calvert Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
- White: 37.9%
- Black: 40.7%
- Hispanic: 19.1%
- Asian: 0.0%
- Other: 0.0%
Diversity Index
A diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.
State average: 67 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
- < High School: 19.8%
- HS Diploma: 31.0%
- Some College: 15.4%
- Associate's: 4.2%
- Bachelor's: 15.4%
- Graduate+: 14.3%
Calvert Rankings in Texas
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Other Cities in Robertson County
Cities Similar to Calvert
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St. Paul (San Patricio County) | 769 | N/A | N/A | 6.8% | 21.2% |
| Riverside | 740 | N/A | $165,600 | 24.1% | 15.0% |
| Westminster | 738 | N/A | $486,400 | 24.9% | 1.2% |
| Redwater | 747 | $49,167 | $110,600 | 28.6% | 20.8% |
| Fabrica | 774 | $49,179 | N/A | 21.7% | 58.9% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 760, Calvert'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
Calvert is a small community located in Texas, within Robertson County. The total population is 760. It ranks as the 1123rd most populous out of 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Calvert is 48.2 years. This is 35% higher than the state median of 35.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Calvert is $51,000. This is 35% lower than the state median of $78,476. It is also 37% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 5.8%. This is 58% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 5.0%. This is 6% lower than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $116,700. Housing costs are 59% lower than the state median of $283,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.3x, Calvert is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 63.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 1% higher than the state average of 62.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
Calvert is a highly diverse community where no single racial or ethnic group constitutes a majority of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 37.9%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (40.7% vs 11.9%). The Hispanic or Latino population (19.1%) is well below the state average of 39.7%.
Education
29.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 12% 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 80.2%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Calvert, 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 Calvert, Texas?
Calvert, Texas has a population of 760 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Calvert, TX?
The median household income in Calvert is $51,000, which is 37% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Calvert, TX?
The poverty rate in Calvert is 5.8%. This means approximately 44 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Calvert, Texas?
Calvert's population is 37.9% White, 40.7% Black, 19.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Calvert, TX?
The median home value in Calvert is $116,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.3x.
How educated is Calvert, Texas?
29.7% of adults (25+) in Calvert hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 14.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.