Cottonwood Shores, Texas Demographics & Population 2026
Demographic data: ACS 2020–2024 five-year estimates. Sources and methodology
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Cottonwood Shores, Texas had a total population of 1,859, the 766th largest city in Texas, with a median household income of $63,365, which is 19% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 8.2%.
Key Takeaways
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 1.9%.
Cottonwood Shores Quick Facts
How Cottonwood Shores 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 | 1,467 | 1,859 | No clear change (+26.7%) |
| Median household income | $67,401 | $63,365 | No clear change (-6.0%) |
| Median home value¹ | $165,284 | $264,100 | +59.8% |
| Median gross rent | $1,370 | $1,224 | No clear change (-10.6%) |
How Cottonwood Shores 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: 51.4%
- Black: 0.0%
- Hispanic: 46.6%
- Asian: 0.3%
- Other: 0.0%
Diversity Index
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 67 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
- < High School: 15.6%
- HS Diploma: 43.0%
- Some College: 17.9%
- Associate's: 6.6%
- Bachelor's: 14.1%
- Graduate+: 2.9%
Cottonwood Shores Rankings in Texas
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Other Cities in Burnet County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marble Falls | 7,752 | $57,925 | 15.5% | $338,800 |
| Burnet | 6,732 | $87,587 | 8.1% | $277,400 |
| Granite Shoals | 5,328 | $78,042 | 2.4% | $259,800 |
| Horseshoe Bay | 4,854 | $96,794 | 4.3% | $549,800 |
| Bertram | 2,037 | $63,311 | 19.7% | $224,200 |
| Meadowlakes | 1,861 | $79,050 | 8.2% | $385,900 |
| Highland Haven | 448 | $91,250 | 4.0% | $492,600 |
| Double Horn | 404 | $92,024 | 2.2% | $826,900 |
| Briggs | 44 | $2,499 | 40.9% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Cottonwood Shores
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stowell | 1,823 | N/A | $121,600 | 10.3% | 49.0% |
| Uvalde Estates | 1,908 | N/A | N/A | 7.7% | 17.4% |
| Cienegas Terrace | 1,868 | $59,785 | $92,300 | 12.2% | 9.5% |
| Flatonia | 1,830 | $61,010 | $200,400 | 12.1% | 12.6% |
| Plum Grove | 1,832 | $66,341 | $200,800 | 4.3% | 16.9% |
Population Overview
Cottonwood Shores is a small community located in Texas, within Burnet County. The total population is 1,859. It ranks as the 766th most populous out of 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Cottonwood Shores is 35.1 years. This is 1% lower than the state median of 35.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Cottonwood Shores is $63,365. This is 19% lower than the state median of $78,476. It is also 22% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 8.2%. This is 40% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 1.9%. This is 63% lower than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $264,100. Housing costs are 7% lower than the state median of $283,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.2x. 71.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 15% higher than the state average of 62.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Cottonwood Shores is White (non-Hispanic), making up 51.4% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 46.6%. The Asian population (0.3%) is well below the state average of 5.5%.
Education
17.0% 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 84.4%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Cottonwood Shores, 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 Cottonwood Shores, Texas?
Cottonwood Shores, Texas has a population of 1,859 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Cottonwood Shores, TX?
The median household income in Cottonwood Shores is $63,365, which is 22% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Cottonwood Shores, TX?
The poverty rate in Cottonwood Shores is 8.2%. This means approximately 153 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Cottonwood Shores, Texas?
Cottonwood Shores's population is 51.4% White, 0.0% Black, 46.6% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.3% Asian.
What is the median home value in Cottonwood Shores, TX?
The median home value in Cottonwood Shores is $264,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.2x.
How educated is Cottonwood Shores, Texas?
17.0% of adults (25+) in Cottonwood Shores hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 2.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.