Dell City, Texas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Dell City, Texas had a total population of 82, the 1693rd largest city in Texas. The poverty rate is 9.8%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Dell City Quick Facts
How Dell City 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 | 74 | 82 | +10.8% |
How Dell City 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
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 67 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Dell City Rankings in Texas
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Other Cities in Hudspeth County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fort Hancock | 1,345 | $48,000 | 12.3% | $52,800 |
| Sierra Blanca | 734 | $55,063 | 33.9% | $60,600 |
| Acala | 29 | N/A | 100.0% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Dell City
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lipscomb | 81 | N/A | $83,800 | 17.4% | 0.0% |
| Pawnee | 81 | $47,000 | $216,000 | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Round Mountain | 81 | $74,911 | N/A | 16.7% | 3.7% |
| Ben Arnold | 84 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Dayton Lakes | 85 | $16,750 | N/A | 13.3% | 70.6% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 82, Dell City'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
Dell City is a small community located in Texas, within Hudspeth County. The total population is 82. It ranks as the 1693rd most populous out of 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Dell City is 53.6 years. This is 51% higher than the state median of 35.6 years. 14.6% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 9.8%. This is 29% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Dell City, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 69.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 10% higher than the state average of 62.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Dell City is White (non-Hispanic), making up 52.4% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 47.6%.
Education
25.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 24% 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 63.4%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Dell City, 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 Dell City, Texas?
Dell City, Texas has a population of 82 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Dell City, TX?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Dell City — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Dell City, TX?
The poverty rate in Dell City is 9.8%. This means approximately 8 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Dell City, Texas?
Dell City's population is 52.4% White, 0.0% Black, 47.6% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Dell City, TX?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Dell City — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Dell City, Texas?
25.6% of adults (25+) in Dell City hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.