Edgewood, Texas Demographics & Population 2026
Demographic data: ACS 2020–2024 five-year estimates. Sources and methodology
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Edgewood, Texas had a total population of 1,927, the 753rd largest town in Texas, with a median household income of $73,533, which is 6% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 12.7%.
Edgewood Quick Facts
How Edgewood Changed
Change from the non-overlapping 2015–2019 ACS period to 2020–2024. Earlier dollar figures are adjusted to 2024 dollars; changes marked “no clear change” are within the combined 90% margins of error.
| Metric | 2015–2019 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 1,801 | 1,927 | No clear change (+7.0%) |
| Median household income | $60,487 | $73,533 | No clear change (+21.6%) |
| Median home value¹ | $134,270 | $225,000 | +67.6% |
| Median gross rent | $1,079 | $568 | No clear change (-47.4%) |
How Edgewood Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
- White: 78.3%
- Black: 4.8%
- Hispanic: 9.9%
- Asian: 1.3%
- Other: 0.4%
Diversity Index
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+)
- < High School: 11.4%
- HS Diploma: 38.6%
- Some College: 24.7%
- Associate's: 7.7%
- Bachelor's: 10.1%
- Graduate+: 7.4%
Edgewood Rankings in Texas
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Other Cities in Van Zandt County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canton | 4,545 | $51,027 | 11.7% | $219,900 |
| Wills Point | 3,921 | $71,919 | 12.3% | $189,700 |
| Grand Saline | 3,203 | $50,028 | 18.7% | $119,600 |
| Van | 2,806 | $69,155 | 8.6% | $169,900 |
| Ben Wheeler | 1,792 | $120,523 | 3.6% | $268,400 |
| Callender Lake | 744 | $44,444 | 7.8% | $111,000 |
| Myrtle Springs | 692 | $47,188 | 15.3% | $308,700 |
| Fruitvale | 396 | $50,714 | 9.8% | $189,100 |
| Edom | 315 | $96,417 | 5.7% | $212,500 |
Cities Similar to Edgewood
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Garfield | 1,926 | $73,349 | $112,100 | 21.9% | 9.6% |
| Uvalde Estates | 1,908 | N/A | N/A | 7.7% | 17.4% |
| Arcola | 1,911 | $75,086 | $242,600 | 13.3% | 13.0% |
| Hawkins | 1,876 | $72,404 | $165,900 | 23.8% | 13.3% |
| Mason | 1,999 | $75,385 | $259,800 | 35.6% | 4.0% |
Population Overview
Edgewood is a small community located in Texas, within Van Zandt County. The total population is 1,927. It ranks as the 753rd most populous out of 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Edgewood is 43.6 years. This is 22% higher than the state median of 35.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Edgewood is $73,533. This is 6% lower than the state median of $78,476. It is also 9% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 12.7%. This is 8% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 3.5%. This is 34% lower than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $225,000. Housing costs are 21% lower than the state median of $283,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x. 62.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Edgewood is White (non-Hispanic), making up 78.3% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 9.9%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (78.3% vs 39.1%). The Black or African American population (4.8%) is well below the state average of 11.9%. The Hispanic or Latino population (9.9%) is well below the state average of 39.7%. The Asian population (1.3%) is well below the state average of 5.5%.
Education
17.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 48% 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 88.6%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Edgewood, 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 Edgewood, Texas?
Edgewood, Texas has a population of 1,927 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Edgewood, TX?
The median household income in Edgewood is $73,533, which is 9% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Edgewood, TX?
The poverty rate in Edgewood is 12.7%. This means approximately 244 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Edgewood, Texas?
Edgewood's population is 78.3% White, 4.8% Black, 9.9% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.3% Asian.
What is the median home value in Edgewood, TX?
The median home value in Edgewood is $225,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x.
How educated is Edgewood, Texas?
17.5% of adults (25+) in Edgewood hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 7.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.