Eagle Lake, Texas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Eagle Lake, Texas had a total population of 3,485, the 528th largest city in Texas, with a median household income of $69,205, which is 12% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 14.1%.
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 2.0x.
Eagle Lake Quick Facts
How Eagle Lake 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 | 3,464 | 3,485 | +0.6% |
| Median household income | $71,684 | $69,205 | -3.5% |
| Median home value | $110,700 | $137,900 | +24.6% |
How Eagle Lake 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+)
Eagle Lake Rankings in Texas
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Other Cities in Colorado County
Cities Similar to Eagle Lake
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reno (Lamar County) | 3,500 | $72,420 | $235,600 | 32.5% | 11.2% |
| Clifton | 3,503 | $64,653 | $160,000 | 25.0% | 9.5% |
| Cotulla | 3,664 | $70,067 | $93,100 | 15.7% | 26.7% |
| Sweeny | 3,591 | $73,457 | $199,100 | 23.5% | 3.3% |
| Teague | 3,476 | $61,433 | $119,900 | 13.6% | 13.3% |
Population Overview
Eagle Lake is a small community located in Texas, within Colorado County. The total population is 3,485. It ranks as the 528th most populous out of 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Eagle Lake is 30.8 years. This is 13% lower than the state median of 35.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Eagle Lake is $69,205. This is 12% lower than the state median of $78,476. It is also 14% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 14.1%. This is 3% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 4.5%. This is 15% lower than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $137,900. Housing costs are 51% lower than the state median of $283,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.0x, Eagle Lake is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 72.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 15% higher than the state average of 62.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Eagle Lake is Hispanic or Latino, making up 63.4% of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 20.0%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (63.4% vs 39.7%).
Education
20.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 40% 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 86.4%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Eagle Lake, 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 Eagle Lake, Texas?
Eagle Lake, Texas has a population of 3,485 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Eagle Lake, TX?
The median household income in Eagle Lake is $69,205, which is 14% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Eagle Lake, TX?
The poverty rate in Eagle Lake is 14.1%. This means approximately 492 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Eagle Lake, Texas?
Eagle Lake's population is 20.0% White, 14.6% Black, 63.4% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Eagle Lake, TX?
The median home value in Eagle Lake is $137,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.0x.
How educated is Eagle Lake, Texas?
20.3% of adults (25+) in Eagle Lake hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.