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Edgewood, Texas Demographics & Population 2026

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%.

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

Edgewood Quick Facts

Population 1,927
Median Household Income $73,533
Median Home Value $225,000
Poverty Rate 12.7%
Unemployment Rate 3.5%
Median Age 43.6 years
Homeownership Rate 62.3%
Affordability Ratio 3.1x
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 17.5%
High School Graduation Rate 88.6%
Diversity Index 37/100
Population 1,927 753rd of 1,795
Median Income $73,533 above average
Poverty Rate 12.7% 2% higher than national
Median Home Value $225,000 above average

How Edgewood 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
Population1,8691,927+3.1%
Median household income$77,778$73,533-5.5%
Median home value$195,200$225,000+15.3%

How Edgewood Compares

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 22.8%
$25K-$50K 11.7%
$50K-$100K 33.6%
$100K+ 32.0%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
2.8%
$10K-$15K
5.4%
$15K-$20K
11.4%
$20K-$25K
3.2%
$25K-$30K
0.4%
$30K-$35K
0.6%
$35K-$40K
3.9%
$40K-$45K
4.7%
$45K-$50K
2.0%
$50K-$60K
5.0%
$60K-$75K
12.6%
$75K-$100K
16.1%
$100K-$125K
6.1%
$125K-$150K
6.9%
$150K-$200K
16.8%
$200K+
2.2%

Employment

3.5% Unemployment Rate State: 5.3%|National: 5.2%
60.0% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 62.3%
Renter 37.7%
Affordability Index Affordable
3.1x home value to income ratio
Median gross rent $568/mo 9.3% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

37out of 100
Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 67 | National average: 61

Education

Edgewood Rankings in Texas

#753 Population of 1,795
#576 Median Income of 1,546
#876 Education of 1,795
#551 Home Value of 1,542

Other Cities in Van Zandt County

CityPopulationMedian IncomePovertyHome 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.

CityPopulationMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+Poverty
Garfield1,926$73,349$112,10021.9%9.6%
Uvalde Estates1,908N/AN/A7.7%17.4%
Arcola1,911$75,086$242,60013.3%13.0%
Hawkins1,876$72,404$165,90023.8%13.3%
Mason1,999$75,385$259,80035.6%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.