Gallatin, Texas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Gallatin, Texas had a total population of 384, the 1358th largest city in Texas, with a median household income of $79,432, which is 1% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 8.6%.
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 2.1x.
Gallatin Quick Facts
How Gallatin 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 | 384 | 384 | +0.0% |
| Median household income | $75,125 | $79,432 | +5.7% |
| Median home value | $137,500 | $168,100 | +22.3% |
How Gallatin 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+)
Gallatin Rankings in Texas
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Other Cities in Cherokee County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jacksonville | 14,325 | $51,375 | 26.5% | $119,800 |
| Rusk | 5,477 | $53,438 | 8.5% | $157,400 |
| Shadybrook | 2,810 | $69,173 | 16.6% | $232,300 |
| Alto | 1,222 | $61,688 | 28.4% | $93,800 |
| New Summerfield | 618 | $54,716 | 8.9% | $84,300 |
| Wells | 484 | N/A | 42.1% | $140,600 |
| Cuney | 161 | N/A | 41.6% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Gallatin
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tradewinds | 390 | N/A | $96,000 | 29.4% | 0.0% |
| El Cenizo | 377 | N/A | $82,500 | 0.0% | 57.8% |
| Camargito | 376 | N/A | N/A | 39.8% | 15.4% |
| Devers | 386 | $82,321 | $120,700 | 7.8% | 7.8% |
| Villa Verde | 373 | N/A | $107,700 | 5.6% | 8.6% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 384, Gallatin'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
Gallatin is a small community located in Texas, within Cherokee County. The total population is 384. It ranks as the 1358th most populous out of 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Gallatin is 31.9 years. This is 10% lower than the state median of 35.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Gallatin is $79,432. This is 1% higher than the state median of $78,476. It is also 2% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 8.6%. This is 38% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 3.9%. This is 26% lower than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $168,100. Housing costs are 41% lower than the state median of $283,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.1x, Gallatin is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 73.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 18% higher than the state average of 62.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Gallatin is White (non-Hispanic), making up 46.1% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 35.2%. The Black or African American population (5.2%) is well below the state average of 11.9%.
Education
13.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 61% 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 81.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Gallatin, 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 Gallatin, Texas?
Gallatin, Texas has a population of 384 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Gallatin, TX?
The median household income in Gallatin is $79,432, which is 2% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Gallatin, TX?
The poverty rate in Gallatin is 8.6%. This means approximately 33 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Gallatin, Texas?
Gallatin's population is 46.1% White, 5.2% Black, 35.2% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Gallatin, TX?
The median home value in Gallatin is $168,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.1x.
How educated is Gallatin, Texas?
13.3% of adults (25+) in Gallatin hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 3.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.