Friona, Texas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Friona, Texas had a total population of 4,102, the 487th largest city in Texas, with a median household income of $66,801, which is 15% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 8.9%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.9x.
Friona Quick Facts
How Friona Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 4,116 | 4,102 | -0.3% |
| Median household income | $72,882 | $66,801 | -8.3% |
| Median home value | $93,400 | $125,500 | +34.4% |
How Friona Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 67 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Friona Rankings in Texas
Explore Texas Rankings
Other Cities in Parmer County
Cities Similar to Friona
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Huntington | 4,053 | $64,432 | $108,800 | 14.6% | 12.3% |
| Whitesboro | 4,173 | $70,134 | $249,800 | 28.0% | 16.5% |
| Clyde | 3,954 | $68,184 | $151,200 | 14.7% | 14.0% |
| Pinehurst | 4,266 | $61,832 | $271,600 | 23.6% | 6.0% |
| Smithville | 4,216 | $59,977 | $254,400 | 20.7% | 12.2% |
Population Overview
Friona is a small community located in Texas, within Parmer County. The total population is 4,102. It ranks as the 487th most populous out of 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Friona is 39.9 years. This is 12% higher than the state median of 35.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Friona is $66,801. This is 15% lower than the state median of $78,476. It is also 17% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 8.9%. This is 36% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 4.8%. This is 8% lower than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $125,500. Housing costs are 56% lower than the state median of $283,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.9x, Friona is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 79.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 28% higher than the state average of 62.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Friona is Hispanic or Latino, making up 73.1% of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 23.5%. The Black or African American population (0.4%) is well below the state average of 11.9%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (73.1% vs 39.7%).
Education
11.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 65% 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 67.5%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Friona, 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.
Free data download: Get all Texas city and county demographics as CSV. Download Cities CSV | Download Counties CSV
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Friona, Texas?
Friona, Texas has a population of 4,102 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Friona, TX?
The median household income in Friona is $66,801, which is 17% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Friona, TX?
The poverty rate in Friona is 8.9%. This means approximately 359 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Friona, Texas?
Friona's population is 23.5% White, 0.4% Black, 73.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Friona, TX?
The median home value in Friona is $125,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.9x.
How educated is Friona, Texas?
11.9% of adults (25+) in Friona hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 2.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.