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East Mountain, Texas Demographics & Population 2026

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, East Mountain, Texas had a total population of 958, the 1038th largest city in Texas, with a median household income of $64,375, which is 18% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 9.6%.

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

East Mountain Quick Facts

Population 958
Median Household Income $64,375
Median Home Value $196,900
Poverty Rate 9.6%
Unemployment Rate 4.6%
Median Age 40.5 years
Homeownership Rate 65.5%
Affordability Ratio 3.1x
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 15.2%
High School Graduation Rate 84.9%
Diversity Index 42/100
Population 958 1038th of 1,795
Median Income $64,375 average
Poverty Rate 9.6% 23% lower than national
Median Home Value $196,900 average

How East Mountain Changed

Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.

Metric2019–20232020–2024Change
Population921958+4.0%
Median household income$66,250$64,375-2.8%
Median home value$176,800$196,900+11.4%

How East Mountain Compares

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 20.8%
$25K-$50K 23.3%
$50K-$100K 20.2%
$100K+ 35.7%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
3.1%
$10K-$15K
9.3%
$15K-$20K
6.7%
$20K-$25K
1.7%
$25K-$30K
5.6%
$30K-$35K
4.5%
$35K-$40K
2.3%
$40K-$45K
5.1%
$45K-$50K
5.9%
$50K-$60K
5.1%
$60K-$75K
7.0%
$75K-$100K
8.2%
$100K-$125K
8.2%
$125K-$150K
9.6%
$150K-$200K
16.3%
$200K+
1.7%

Employment

4.6% Unemployment Rate State: 5.3%|National: 5.2%
53.2% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 65.5%
Renter 34.6%
Affordability Index Affordable
3.1x home value to income ratio
Median gross rent $1,005/mo 18.7% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

42out of 100
Moderate Diversity

Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.

State average: 67 | National average: 61

Education

East Mountain Rankings in Texas

#1038 Population of 1,795
#781 Median Income of 1,546
#1023 Education of 1,795
#668 Home Value of 1,542

Other Cities in Gregg County

CityPopulationMedian IncomePovertyHome Value
Longview 82,923 $63,340 17.3% $202,600
Kilgore 13,470 $66,295 17.4% $171,600
White Oak 6,235 $101,027 7.4% $235,000
Gladewater 6,227 $58,810 22.5% $174,000
Lake Cherokee 3,093 $91,855 11.3% $345,000
Liberty City 2,648 $63,092 16.8% $200,000
Lakeport 1,170 $63,646 17.3% $123,800
Clarksville City 883 $66,591 9.0% $154,600
Easton 429 $30,833 42.4% $100,400
Warren City 331 $99,375 3.3% $169,200

Cities Similar to East Mountain

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

CityPopulationMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+Poverty
Lakeshore Gardens-Hidden Acres970N/A$208,3002.2%12.1%
Camp Wood939N/A$77,5005.5%16.5%
Reid Hope King932N/A$108,20021.1%25.3%
Bardwell963$61,000$133,00010.3%10.1%
Marion939$62,788$162,10018.3%16.4%

A note before these figures: with a population of 958, East Mountain'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

East Mountain is a small community located in Texas, within Gregg County. The total population is 958. It ranks as the 1038th most populous out of 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas.

Age Demographics

The median age in East Mountain is 40.5 years. This is 14% higher than the state median of 35.6 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in East Mountain is $64,375. This is 18% lower than the state median of $78,476. It is also 20% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 9.6%. This is 30% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 4.6%. This is 13% lower than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $196,900. Housing costs are 31% lower than the state median of $283,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x. 65.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 5% higher than the state average of 62.6%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in East Mountain is White (non-Hispanic), making up 73.4% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 18.7%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (73.4% vs 39.1%). The Black or African American population (5.5%) is well below the state average of 11.9%. The Hispanic or Latino population (18.7%) is well below the state average of 39.7%.

Education

15.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 55% 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 84.9%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for East Mountain, 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 East Mountain, Texas?

East Mountain, Texas has a population of 958 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in East Mountain, TX?

The median household income in East Mountain is $64,375, which is 20% lower than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in East Mountain, TX?

The poverty rate in East Mountain is 9.6%. This means approximately 91 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of East Mountain, Texas?

East Mountain's population is 73.4% White, 5.5% Black, 18.7% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in East Mountain, TX?

The median home value in East Mountain is $196,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x.

How educated is East Mountain, Texas?

15.2% of adults (25+) in East Mountain hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 3.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.