Cool, Texas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Cool, Texas had a total population of 159, the 1601st largest city in Texas, with a median household income of $87,614, which is 12% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 8.8%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 0.9%.
Cool Quick Facts
How Cool 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 | 116 | 159 | +37.1% |
| Median household income | $52,188 | $87,614 | +67.9% |
How Cool 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 less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 67 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Cool Rankings in Texas
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Other Cities in Parker County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Weatherford | 35,788 | $81,516 | 10.0% | $312,100 |
| Mineral Wells | 15,244 | $55,929 | 22.4% | $161,300 |
| Willow Park | 5,874 | $132,045 | 10.3% | $374,200 |
| Aledo | 5,825 | $163,231 | 2.8% | $465,100 |
| Springtown | 3,855 | $75,391 | 10.7% | $261,300 |
| Annetta | 3,264 | $177,500 | 1.5% | $482,700 |
| Hudson Oaks | 2,586 | $124,545 | 3.4% | $456,300 |
| Carter | 1,738 | $103,264 | 19.5% | $316,400 |
| Dennis | 1,402 | $139,383 | 1.7% | $569,400 |
| Western Lake | 1,165 | $34,388 | 5.8% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Cool
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shiro | 159 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 81.8% |
| Cuney | 161 | N/A | N/A | 5.6% | 41.6% |
| La Presa | 163 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 54.0% |
| Catarina | 155 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| La Escondida | 167 | N/A | $103,000 | 0.0% | 64.7% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 159, Cool'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
Cool is a small community located in Texas, within Parker County. The total population is 159. It ranks as the 1601st most populous out of 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Cool is 50.5 years. This is 42% higher than the state median of 35.6 years. Only 6.9% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Cool is $87,614. This is 12% higher than the state median of $78,476. It is also 9% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 8.8%. This is 36% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 0.9%. This is 83% lower than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $428,000. Housing costs are 51% higher than the state median of $283,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.9x. 82.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 32% higher than the state average of 62.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
Cool has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 96.9% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 3.1%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (96.9% vs 39.1%). The Hispanic or Latino population (3.1%) is well below the state average of 39.7%.
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 97.9%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Cool, 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 Cool, Texas?
Cool, Texas has a population of 159 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Cool, TX?
The median household income in Cool is $87,614, which is 9% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Cool, TX?
The poverty rate in Cool is 8.8%. This means approximately 14 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Cool, Texas?
Cool's population is 96.9% White, 0.0% Black, 3.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Cool, TX?
The median home value in Cool is $428,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.9x.
How educated is Cool, Texas?
16.8% of adults (25+) in Cool hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 2.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.