Cove city, Texas Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Cove city, Texas Demographics
Creator: U.S. Census Bureau
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As of 2026, Cove city, Texas has a total population of 393, the 1350th largest city in Texas, with a median household income of $56,625, which is 26% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 18.3%.

Key Takeaways

Only 8.9% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.0%.

Cove city Quick Facts

Population 393

Median Household Income $56,625

Median Home Value $358,100

Poverty Rate 18.3%

Unemployment Rate 3.2%

Median Age 43.6 years

Homeownership Rate 60.9%

Affordability Ratio 6.3x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 8.9%

High School Graduation Rate 89.7%

Diversity Index 37/100

Population 393 1350th of 1,800

Median Income $56,625 below average

Poverty Rate 18.3% 47% higher national

Median Home Value $358,100 top 20%

How Cove city Compares

Median Household Income

Cove city

$56,625

$76,292

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Cove city

$358,100

$260,400

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 20.5%

$25K-$50K 22.4%

$50K-$100K 21.7%

$100K+ 35.4%

Employment

3.2% Unemployment Rate State: 5.1% | National: 5.2%

54.8% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 60.9%

Renter 39.1%

Affordability Index Expensive

6.3x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

17.3%

18-34

20.6%

35-54

24.2%

55-74

31.3%

75+

6.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 67 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Cove city Rankings in Texas

#1350 Population of 1,800

#967 Median Income of 1,800

#1379 Education of 1,800

#182 Home Value of 1,800

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Cities Similar to Cove city

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
San Pedro CDP	398	N/A	$46,900	4.2%	51.5%
Los Angeles CDP	400	N/A	N/A	0.0%	14.1%
Creedmoor city	382	$57,143	$314,300	15.3%	8.1%
Bayside town	382	$56,094	$168,600	13.7%	9.2%
Juarez CDP	380	N/A	$46,400	0.0%	23.2%

Population Overview

Cove city is a small community located in Texas. The total population is 393. It ranks as the 1350th most populous out of 1,800 cities and towns in Texas.

Age Demographics

The median age in Cove city is 43.6 years. This is 23% higher than the state median of 35.5 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Cove city is $56,625. This is 26% lower than the state median of $76,292. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 28% lower. The poverty rate stands at 18.3%. This is 33% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 3.2%. This is 38% lower than the state rate of 5.1%. The median home value is $358,100. Housing costs are 38% higher than the state median of $260,400. The home-value-to-income ratio of 6.3x suggests that housing affordability is a significant concern for many residents. 60.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 3% lower than the state average of 62.6%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Cove city is White (non-Hispanic), making up 76.8% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 20.6%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (76.8% vs 39.9%).

Education

8.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 73% 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 89.7%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Cove city, Texas is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. Comparisons are made against Texas state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 1,800 Census-designated places in Texas. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Cove city, Texas?

Cove city, Texas has a population of 393 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Cove city, TX?

The median household income in Cove city is $56,625, which is 28% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Cove city, TX?

The poverty rate in Cove city is 18.3%. This means approximately 72 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Cove city, Texas?

Cove city's population is 76.8% White, 0.0% Black, 20.6% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Cove city, TX?

The median home value in Cove city is $358,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 6.3x.

How educated is Cove city, Texas?

8.9% of adults (25+) in Cove city hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 3.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.