Ellinger, Texas Demographics & Population 2026
Demographic data: ACS 2020–2024 five-year estimates. Sources and methodology
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Ellinger, Texas had a total population of 253, the 1504th largest city in Texas, with a median household income of $60,956, which is 22% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 6.7%.
Ellinger Quick Facts
How Ellinger 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: 52.6%
- Black: 1.2%
- Hispanic: 41.9%
- Asian: 0.0%
- 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: 10.0%
- HS Diploma: 35.0%
- Some College: 27.2%
- Associate's: 13.3%
- Bachelor's: 10.0%
- Graduate+: 4.4%
Ellinger Rankings in Texas
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Other Cities in Fayette County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| La Grange | 4,452 | $53,547 | 10.9% | $338,700 |
| Schulenburg | 2,768 | $51,294 | 17.2% | $205,900 |
| Flatonia | 1,830 | $61,010 | 12.6% | $200,400 |
| Fayetteville | 335 | $73,250 | 2.4% | $281,300 |
| Carmine | 173 | $47,292 | 0.6% | N/A |
| Plum | 138 | $51,991 | 0.0% | $230,600 |
| Round Top | 105 | $150,000 | 0.9% | $854,200 |
Cities Similar to Ellinger
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reklaw | 255 | N/A | $163,400 | 31.2% | 13.3% |
| Nome | 253 | $58,125 | $166,100 | 22.3% | 13.4% |
| Midway | 257 | $62,083 | $108,300 | 39.3% | 6.2% |
| Port Mansfield | 245 | N/A | N/A | 52.8% | 10.9% |
| Leona | 244 | N/A | $187,900 | 43.6% | 2.1% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 253, Ellinger'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
Ellinger is a small community located in Texas, within Fayette County. The total population is 253. It ranks as the 1504th most populous out of 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Ellinger is 38.2 years. This is 7% higher than the state median of 35.6 years. 10.3% 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 Ellinger is $60,956. This is 22% lower than the state median of $78,476. It is also 24% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 6.7%. This is 51% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Ellinger, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $206,900. Housing costs are 27% lower than the state median of $283,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.4x. 79.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 26% higher than the state average of 62.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Ellinger is White (non-Hispanic), making up 52.6% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 41.9%. The Black or African American population (1.2%) is well below the state average of 11.9%.
Education
14.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 57% 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 90.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Ellinger, 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 Ellinger, Texas?
Ellinger, Texas has a population of 253 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Ellinger, TX?
The median household income in Ellinger is $60,956, which is 24% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Ellinger, TX?
The poverty rate in Ellinger is 6.7%. This means approximately 17 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Ellinger, Texas?
Ellinger's population is 52.6% White, 1.2% Black, 41.9% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Ellinger, TX?
The median home value in Ellinger is $206,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.4x.
How educated is Ellinger, Texas?
14.4% of adults (25+) in Ellinger hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 4.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.