Dripping Springs, Texas Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Dripping Springs, Texas Demographics
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During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Dripping Springs, Texas had a total population of 7,405, the 332nd largest city in Texas, with a median household income of $109,364, which is 39% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 2.1%.

Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes

Key Takeaways

Household income is 39% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in Texas.
An exceptionally low poverty rate of 2.1% — among the lowest in Texas.
67.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — top 10% in Texas.

Dripping Springs Quick Facts

Population 7,405

Median Household Income $109,364

Median Home Value $635,600

Poverty Rate 2.1%

Unemployment Rate 3.4%

Median Age 38.5 years

Homeownership Rate 48.8%

Affordability Ratio 5.8x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 67.8%

High School Graduation Rate 97.2%

Diversity Index 38/100

Population 7,405 332nd of 1,795

Median Income $109,364 top 20%

Poverty Rate 2.1% 83% lower than national

Median Home Value $635,600 top 10%

How Dripping Springs 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	6,322	7,405	+17.1%
Median household income	$106,103	$109,364	+3.1%
Median home value	$579,300	$635,600	+9.7%

How Dripping Springs Compares

Median Household Income

Dripping Springs

$109,364

$78,476

National

$80,734

Median Home Value

Dripping Springs

$635,600

$283,800

National

$332,700

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 6.4%

$25K-$50K 16.9%

$50K-$100K 17.6%

$100K+ 59.2%

Detailed income brackets

Under $10K

0.5%

$10K-$15K

1.1%

$15K-$20K

2.8%

$20K-$25K

2.0%

$25K-$30K

5.5%

$30K-$35K

2.1%

$35K-$40K

3.1%

$40K-$45K

1.8%

$45K-$50K

4.3%

$50K-$60K

0.9%

$60K-$75K

10.2%

$75K-$100K

6.6%

$100K-$125K

16.5%

$125K-$150K

6.0%

$150K-$200K

10.0%

$200K+

26.7%

Employment

3.4% Unemployment Rate State: 5.3%|National: 5.2%

66.6% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 48.8%

Renter 51.2%

Affordability Index Expensive

5.8x home value to income ratio

Median gross rent $2,234/mo 24.5% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

31.8%

18-34

14.5%

35-54

33.6%

55-74

12.0%

75+

8.1%

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: 61

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Dripping Springs Rankings in Texas

#332 Population of 1,795

#213 Median Income of 1,546

#52 Education of 1,795

#55 Home Value of 1,542

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Other Cities in Hays County

City	Population	Median Income	Poverty	Home Value
San Marcos	70,897	$51,281	26.9%	$310,400
Kyle	56,823	$90,323	8.9%	$334,600
Buda	15,859	$123,766	6.0%	$446,600
Belterra	6,978	$219,727	1.5%	$773,400
Wimberley	2,891	$80,362	6.9%	$550,800
Uhland	2,520	$92,238	6.4%	$279,900
Woodcreek	2,333	$74,107	4.1%	$425,600
Niederwald	1,029	$78,438	26.9%	$286,500
Mountain City	787	$128,929	0.0%	$494,800
Bear Creek	515	$121,000	0.0%	$847,500

Cities Similar to Dripping Springs

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Aubrey	7,396	$101,574	$345,000	37.1%	7.8%
Briar	7,228	$104,238	$405,900	23.4%	6.9%
Venus	6,745	$106,023	$270,500	25.2%	9.5%
Wolfforth	6,701	$106,250	$260,200	36.1%	5.9%
Bulverde	6,486	$112,188	$420,200	44.8%	2.8%

Population Overview

Dripping Springs is a small city located in Texas, within Hays County. The total population is 7,405. It ranks as the 332nd most populous out of 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas.

Age Demographics

The median age in Dripping Springs is 38.5 years. This is 8% higher than the state median of 35.6 years. With 31.8% of the population under 18, Dripping Springs has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Dripping Springs is $109,364. This is 39% higher than the state median of $78,476. It is also 35% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 2.1%. This is 84% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. This exceptionally low poverty rate indicates strong economic prosperity across the community. The unemployment rate is 3.4%. This is 35% lower than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $635,600. Housing costs are 124% higher than the state median of $283,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.8x. 48.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 22% lower than the state average of 62.6%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Dripping Springs is White (non-Hispanic), making up 77.6% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 11.4%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (77.6% vs 39.1%). The Black or African American population (0.6%) is well below the state average of 11.9%. The Hispanic or Latino population (11.4%) is well below the state average of 39.7%.

Education

67.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This places Dripping Springs in the top 10% of all cities in the state for educational attainment. This is 101% higher 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 97.2%. Notably, 24.5% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Dripping Springs, 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 Dripping Springs, Texas?

Dripping Springs, Texas has a population of 7,405 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Dripping Springs, TX?

The median household income in Dripping Springs is $109,364, which is 35% higher than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Dripping Springs, TX?

The poverty rate in Dripping Springs is 2.1%. This means approximately 158 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Dripping Springs, Texas?

Dripping Springs's population is 77.6% White, 0.6% Black, 11.4% Hispanic/Latino, and 7.4% Asian.

What is the median home value in Dripping Springs, TX?

The median home value in Dripping Springs is $635,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.8x.

How educated is Dripping Springs, Texas?

67.8% of adults (25+) in Dripping Springs hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 24.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.