Cochran County, Texas Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Cochran County is located in Texas with a total population of 2,520. It is the 228th most populous county out of 254 in Texas.

Age Demographics

The median age in Cochran County is 38.7 years. This is 9% higher than the state median of 35.5 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Cochran County is $42,137. This is 45% lower than the state median of $76,292. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 46% lower. The poverty rate stands at 27.3%. This is 98% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The unemployment rate is 6.2%. This is 20% higher than the state rate of 5.1%. The median home value is $57,700. Housing costs are 78% lower than the state median of $260,400. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.4x, Cochran County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 65.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 4% higher than the state average of 62.6%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Cochran County is Hispanic or Latino, making up 59.6% of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 34.2%. The Black or African American population (5.0%) is well below the state average of 11.9%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (59.6% vs 39.5%).

Education

10.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. This is 68% 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 71.7%.