Edna, Texas Demographics & Population 2026
Demographic data: ACS 2020–2024 five-year estimates. Sources and methodology
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Edna, Texas had a total population of 6,027, the 378th largest city in Texas, with a median household income of $59,600, which is 24% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 24.6%.
Key Takeaways
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.0x.
Edna Quick Facts
How Edna 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 | 5,767 | 6,027 | +4.5% |
| Median household income | $62,898 | $59,600 | No clear change (-5.2%) |
| Median home value¹ | $117,902 | $117,800 | No clear change (-0.1%) |
| Median gross rent | $1,084 | $1,055 | No clear change (-2.7%) |
How Edna 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: 47.2%
- Black: 14.5%
- Hispanic: 36.4%
- Asian: 0.4%
- Other: 0.0%
Diversity Index
A diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.
State average: 67 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
- < High School: 18.2%
- HS Diploma: 38.6%
- Some College: 22.7%
- Associate's: 5.1%
- Bachelor's: 11.2%
- Graduate+: 4.2%
Edna Rankings in Texas
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Other Cities in Jackson County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ganado | 1,534 | $57,315 | 15.1% | $180,700 |
| Vanderbilt | 440 | N/A | 0.0% | $107,600 |
| Lolita | 217 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
| La Ward | 178 | N/A | 44.4% | $90,000 |
Cities Similar to Edna
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alpine | 6,014 | $60,139 | $219,800 | 45.1% | 8.6% |
| Hempstead | 6,137 | $60,041 | $160,700 | 6.8% | 22.6% |
| Gladewater | 6,227 | $58,810 | $174,000 | 20.5% | 22.5% |
| Littlefield | 5,822 | $60,636 | $79,400 | 15.6% | 14.7% |
| Childress | 5,834 | $57,644 | $85,900 | 9.6% | 14.4% |
Population Overview
Edna is a small city located in Texas, within Jackson County. The total population is 6,027. It ranks as the 378th most populous out of 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Edna is 39.5 years. This is 11% higher than the state median of 35.6 years. 10.2% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Edna is $59,600. This is 24% lower than the state median of $78,476. It is also 26% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 24.6%. This is 79% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The unemployment rate is 7.5%. This is 43% higher than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $117,800. Housing costs are 58% lower than the state median of $283,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.0x, Edna is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 58.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 7% lower than the state average of 62.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Edna is White (non-Hispanic), making up 47.2% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 36.4%. The Asian population (0.4%) is well below the state average of 5.5%.
Education
15.4% 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 81.8%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Edna, 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 Edna, Texas?
Edna, Texas has a population of 6,027 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Edna, TX?
The median household income in Edna is $59,600, which is 26% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Edna, TX?
The poverty rate in Edna is 24.6%. This means approximately 1,453 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Edna, Texas?
Edna's population is 47.2% White, 14.5% Black, 36.4% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.4% Asian.
What is the median home value in Edna, TX?
The median home value in Edna is $117,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.0x.
How educated is Edna, Texas?
15.4% of adults (25+) in Edna hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 4.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.