Dallam County, Texas Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Dallam County is located in Texas with a total population of 7,180. It is the 183rd most populous county out of 254 in Texas.

Age Demographics

The median age in Dallam County is 30.4 years. This is 14% lower than the state median of 35.5 years. With 32.6% of the population under 18, Dallam County has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Dallam County is $72,332. This is 5% lower than the state median of $76,292. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 8% lower. The poverty rate stands at 10.0%. This is 28% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 1.4%. This is 72% lower than the state rate of 5.1%. The median home value is $140,500. Housing costs are 46% lower than the state median of $260,400. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.9x, Dallam County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 68.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 9% higher than the state average of 62.6%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Dallam County is Hispanic or Latino, making up 52.7% of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 42.3%. The Black or African American population (0.2%) is well below the state average of 11.9%. The Asian population (0.0%) is well below the state average of 5.3%.

Education

15.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 52% 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 80.7%.