Daingerfield, Texas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Daingerfield, Texas had a total population of 2,529, the 646th largest city in Texas, with a median household income of $57,500, which is 27% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 17.5%.
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 1.7x.
Daingerfield Quick Facts
How Daingerfield 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 | 2,492 | 2,529 | +1.5% |
| Median household income | $47,697 | $57,500 | +20.6% |
| Median home value | $101,700 | $100,200 | -1.5% |
How Daingerfield 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+)
Daingerfield Rankings in Texas
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Other Cities in Morris County
Cities Similar to Daingerfield
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newton | 2,534 | $56,172 | $102,100 | 9.7% | 25.4% |
| Leonard | 2,505 | $54,717 | $161,100 | 8.0% | 18.4% |
| West | 2,576 | $61,875 | $182,900 | 18.4% | 11.9% |
| Floydada | 2,588 | $52,826 | $89,700 | 17.6% | 20.1% |
| Tahoka | 2,424 | $62,039 | $128,200 | 21.4% | 18.3% |
Population Overview
Daingerfield is a small community located in Texas, within Morris County. The total population is 2,529. It ranks as the 646th most populous out of 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Daingerfield is 36.3 years. This is 2% higher than the state median of 35.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Daingerfield is $57,500. This is 27% lower than the state median of $78,476. It is also 29% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 17.5%. This is 27% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 7.1%. This is 35% higher than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $100,200. Housing costs are 65% lower than the state median of $283,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.7x, Daingerfield is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 60.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 4% lower than the state average of 62.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
Daingerfield is a highly diverse community where no single racial or ethnic group constitutes a majority of the population. Black or African American residents account for 33.4%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (33.4% vs 11.9%). The Hispanic or Latino population (19.3%) is well below the state average of 39.7%.
Education
16.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 51% 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 89.5%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Daingerfield, 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 Daingerfield, Texas?
Daingerfield, Texas has a population of 2,529 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Daingerfield, TX?
The median household income in Daingerfield is $57,500, which is 29% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Daingerfield, TX?
The poverty rate in Daingerfield is 17.5%. This means approximately 428 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Daingerfield, Texas?
Daingerfield's population is 42.0% White, 33.4% Black, 19.3% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Daingerfield, TX?
The median home value in Daingerfield is $100,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.7x.
How educated is Daingerfield, Texas?
16.4% of adults (25+) in Daingerfield hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 6.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.