Fort Hood, Texas Demographics & Population 2026
Demographic data: ACS 2020–2024 five-year estimates. Sources and methodology
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Fort Hood, Texas had a total population of 26,814, the 126th largest community in Texas, with a median household income of $62,835, which is 20% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 13.3%.
Key Takeaways
- Unemployment rate of 17.8% is notably above the national average.
Fort Hood Quick Facts
How Fort Hood 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 | 23,508 | 26,814 | +14.1% |
| Median household income | $55,035 | $62,835 | +14.2% |
| Median gross rent | $1,541 | $1,406 | -8.8% |
How Fort Hood 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: 46.2%
- Black: 19.4%
- Hispanic: 22.1%
- Asian: 3.3%
- Other: 0.1%
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: 2.2%
- HS Diploma: 19.7%
- Some College: 37.4%
- Associate's: 12.9%
- Bachelor's: 18.3%
- Graduate+: 9.5%
Fort Hood Rankings in Texas
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Other Cities in Bell County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Killeen | 158,159 | $60,977 | 17.4% | $215,400 |
| Temple | 89,602 | $68,204 | 16.0% | $239,000 |
| Copperas Cove | 37,947 | $71,225 | 11.4% | $180,500 |
| Harker Heights | 34,128 | $81,190 | 10.2% | $287,800 |
| Belton | 24,356 | $59,130 | 16.7% | $258,700 |
| Nolanville | 6,690 | $72,480 | 13.8% | $244,900 |
| Morgan's Point Resort | 4,750 | $79,450 | 6.3% | $245,100 |
| Troy | 2,844 | $86,311 | 4.0% | $201,500 |
| Little River-Academy | 2,233 | $75,563 | 9.0% | $183,300 |
| Salado | 2,225 | $107,679 | 4.3% | $445,900 |
Cities Similar to Fort Hood
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Balch Springs | 27,255 | $66,942 | $224,400 | 9.1% | 7.1% |
| Denison | 25,778 | $67,365 | $180,900 | 18.7% | 15.0% |
| Kerrville | 24,755 | $62,102 | $303,400 | 34.4% | 11.6% |
| Corsicana | 25,511 | $57,212 | $168,900 | 15.9% | 18.1% |
| Eagle Pass | 28,339 | $57,207 | $188,000 | 21.6% | 22.0% |
Population Overview
Fort Hood is a mid-sized community located in Texas, within Bell County. The total population is 26,814. It ranks as the 126th most populous out of 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Fort Hood is 22.0 years. This is 38% lower than the state median of 35.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Fort Hood is $62,835. This is 20% lower than the state median of $78,476. It is also 22% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 13.3%. This is 3% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 17.8%. This is 238% higher than the state rate of 5.3%. 0.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is far below the state average of 62.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Fort Hood is White (non-Hispanic), making up 46.2% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 22.1%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (19.4% vs 11.9%).
Education
27.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 18% 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 97.8%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Fort Hood, 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 Fort Hood, Texas?
Fort Hood, Texas has a population of 26,814 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Fort Hood, TX?
The median household income in Fort Hood is $62,835, which is 22% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Fort Hood, TX?
The poverty rate in Fort Hood is 13.3%. This means approximately 2,335 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Fort Hood, Texas?
Fort Hood's population is 46.2% White, 19.4% Black, 22.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 3.3% Asian.
What is the median home value in Fort Hood, TX?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Fort Hood — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Fort Hood, Texas?
27.8% of adults (25+) in Fort Hood hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 9.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.