Dodson, Texas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Dodson, Texas had a total population of 20, the 1769th largest town in Texas. The poverty rate is 50.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (50.0%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Unemployment rate of 25.0% is notably above the national average.
Dodson Quick Facts
How Dodson 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 | 32 | 20 | -37.5% |
How Dodson 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+)
Dodson Rankings in Texas
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Other Cities in Collingsworth County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wellington | 1,883 | $57,050 | 22.4% | $87,400 |
| Samnorwood | 27 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
| Quail | 17 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Dodson
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Girard | 20 | $14,286 | N/A | 0.0% | 50.0% |
| Los Ebanos (Hidalgo County) | 20 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 100.0% |
| Lamkin | 21 | $27,083 | N/A | 23.8% | 0.0% |
| Box Canyon | 19 | N/A | N/A | 26.3% | 10.5% |
| Toyah | 22 | $43,438 | $53,800 | 0.0% | 18.2% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 20, Dodson'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
Dodson is a small community located in Texas, within Collingsworth County. The total population is 20. It ranks as the 1769th most populous out of 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Dodson is 44.0 years. This is 24% higher than the state median of 35.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 50.0%. This is 263% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The unemployment rate is 25.0%. This is 374% higher than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $106,300. Housing costs are 63% lower than the state median of $283,800. 77.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 24% higher than the state average of 62.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Dodson is White (non-Hispanic), making up 50.0% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 35.0%.
Education
12.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 63% 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 62.5%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Dodson, 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 Dodson, Texas?
Dodson, Texas has a population of 20 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Dodson, TX?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Dodson — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Dodson, TX?
The poverty rate in Dodson is 50.0%. This means approximately 10 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Dodson, Texas?
Dodson's population is 50.0% White, 0.0% Black, 35.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Dodson, TX?
The median home value in Dodson is $106,300.
How educated is Dodson, Texas?
12.5% of adults (25+) in Dodson hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.