Frost, Texas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Frost, Texas had a total population of 968, the 1031st largest city in Texas, with a median household income of $115,500, which is 47% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 7.1%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 47% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in Texas.
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.1x.
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 0.7%.
Frost Quick Facts
How Frost 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 | 971 | 968 | -0.3% |
| Median household income | $89,750 | $115,500 | +28.7% |
| Median home value | $124,800 | $123,900 | -0.7% |
How Frost 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
A diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.
State average: 67 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Frost Rankings in Texas
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Other Cities in Navarro County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Corsicana | 25,511 | $57,212 | 18.1% | $168,900 |
| Kerens | 1,778 | $56,771 | 16.3% | $128,000 |
| Dawson | 1,322 | $51,042 | 21.7% | $140,700 |
| Rice | 1,241 | $65,958 | 16.2% | $79,500 |
| Retreat | 707 | $85,179 | 8.8% | $190,800 |
| Blooming Grove | 658 | $76,771 | 10.1% | $124,200 |
| Angus | 475 | $76,250 | 23.6% | $187,500 |
| Oak Valley | 364 | $85,000 | 13.5% | $114,600 |
| Richland | 353 | $56,667 | 17.3% | $68,900 |
| Mildred | 312 | $81,500 | 16.0% | $177,200 |
Cities Similar to Frost
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lakeshore Gardens-Hidden Acres | 970 | N/A | $208,300 | 2.2% | 12.1% |
| Camp Wood | 939 | N/A | $77,500 | 5.5% | 16.5% |
| Reid Hope King | 932 | N/A | $108,200 | 21.1% | 25.3% |
| Coyote Acres | 977 | $103,750 | N/A | 15.2% | 2.7% |
| Ransom Canyon | 1,041 | $113,950 | $341,000 | 49.1% | 2.9% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 968, Frost'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
Frost is a small community located in Texas, within Navarro County. The total population is 968. It ranks as the 1031st most populous out of 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Frost is 30.1 years. This is 15% lower than the state median of 35.6 years. With 36.9% of the population under 18, Frost has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Frost is $115,500. This is 47% higher than the state median of $78,476. It is also 43% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 7.1%. This is 48% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 0.7%. This is 87% lower than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $123,900. Housing costs are 56% lower than the state median of $283,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.1x, Frost is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 88.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 42% higher than the state average of 62.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Frost is White (non-Hispanic), making up 47.2% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 43.5%. The Black or African American population (1.1%) is well below the state average of 11.9%.
Education
22.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 33% 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 77.9%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Frost, 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 Frost, Texas?
Frost, Texas has a population of 968 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Frost, TX?
The median household income in Frost is $115,500, which is 43% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Frost, TX?
The poverty rate in Frost is 7.1%. This means approximately 67 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Frost, Texas?
Frost's population is 47.2% White, 1.1% Black, 43.5% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Frost, TX?
The median home value in Frost is $123,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.1x.
How educated is Frost, Texas?
22.7% of adults (25+) in Frost hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 9.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.