Cameron, Texas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Cameron, Texas had a total population of 5,416, the 411th largest city in Texas, with a median household income of $62,443, which is 20% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 19.7%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.0x.
Cameron Quick Facts
How Cameron 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 | 5,385 | 5,416 | +0.6% |
| Median household income | $57,126 | $62,443 | +9.3% |
| Median home value | $112,800 | $125,000 | +10.8% |
How Cameron 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 diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.
State average: 67 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Cameron Rankings in Texas
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Other Cities in Milam County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rockdale | 5,523 | $60,590 | 9.1% | $230,900 |
| Milano | 487 | $53,750 | 18.3% | $81,900 |
| Buckholts | 374 | $33,333 | 47.9% | $75,600 |
| Gause | 312 | N/A | 11.5% | $308,000 |
| Praesel | 265 | N/A | 0.0% | $273,100 |
| Ben Arnold | 84 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
| Burlington | 58 | N/A | 0.0% | $117,300 |
Cities Similar to Cameron
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlanta | 5,439 | $60,259 | $160,100 | 24.9% | 21.1% |
| Rockdale | 5,523 | $60,590 | $230,900 | 19.7% | 9.1% |
| Brookshire | 5,495 | $65,934 | $159,300 | 17.8% | 21.4% |
| Homestead Meadows North | 5,795 | $63,088 | $192,800 | 11.4% | 20.5% |
| Luling | 5,531 | $54,818 | $210,300 | 11.8% | 10.0% |
Population Overview
Cameron is a small city located in Texas, within Milam County. The total population is 5,416. It ranks as the 411th most populous out of 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Cameron is 34.9 years. This is 2% lower than the state median of 35.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Cameron is $62,443. This is 20% lower than the state median of $78,476. It is also 23% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 19.7%. This is 42% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 3.8%. This is 28% lower than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $125,000. Housing costs are 56% lower than the state median of $283,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.0x, Cameron is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 56.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 10% lower than the state average of 62.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Cameron is Hispanic or Latino, making up 48.0% of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 32.5%.
Education
16.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 50% 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 84.9%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Cameron, 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 Cameron, Texas?
Cameron, Texas has a population of 5,416 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Cameron, TX?
The median household income in Cameron is $62,443, which is 23% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Cameron, TX?
The poverty rate in Cameron is 19.7%. This means approximately 1,008 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Cameron, Texas?
Cameron's population is 32.5% White, 17.6% Black, 48.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Cameron, TX?
The median home value in Cameron is $125,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.0x.
How educated is Cameron, Texas?
16.8% of adults (25+) in Cameron hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 4.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.