Garfield, Texas Demographics & Population 2026
Demographic data: ACS 2020–2024 five-year estimates. Sources and methodology
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Garfield, Texas had a total population of 1,926, the 754th largest community in Texas, with a median household income of $73,349, which is 7% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 9.6%.
Key Takeaways
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.5x.
- Unemployment rate of 13.6% is notably above the national average.
Garfield Quick Facts
How Garfield 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 | 2,239 | 1,926 | No clear change (-14.0%) |
| Median household income | $72,389 | $73,349 | No clear change (+1.3%) |
| Median home value¹ | $158,023 | $112,100 | No clear change (-29.1%) |
How Garfield 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: 25.6%
- Black: 3.6%
- Hispanic: 56.2%
- Asian: 0.0%
- Other: 12.9%
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: 22.9%
- HS Diploma: 20.0%
- Some College: 28.8%
- Associate's: 6.4%
- Bachelor's: 15.5%
- Graduate+: 6.4%
Garfield Rankings in Texas
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Other Cities in Travis County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Austin | 979,539 | $93,658 | 12.0% | $555,300 |
| Round Rock | 127,786 | $99,287 | 7.8% | $418,600 |
| Cedar Park | 78,301 | $129,545 | 5.9% | $513,600 |
| Leander | 74,067 | $139,048 | 5.8% | $506,200 |
| Pflugerville | 65,971 | $117,799 | 6.1% | $402,400 |
| Lakeway | 19,307 | $190,060 | 2.5% | $841,300 |
| Steiner Ranch | 18,619 | $190,523 | 2.4% | $826,500 |
| Manor | 18,603 | $84,529 | 9.8% | $347,900 |
| Wells Branch | 13,523 | $66,656 | 12.9% | $401,100 |
| Hornsby Bend | 12,367 | $89,614 | 15.0% | $314,900 |
Cities Similar to Garfield
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Edgewood | 1,927 | $73,533 | $225,000 | 17.5% | 12.7% |
| Uvalde Estates | 1,908 | N/A | N/A | 7.7% | 17.4% |
| Arcola | 1,911 | $75,086 | $242,600 | 13.3% | 13.0% |
| Hawkins | 1,876 | $72,404 | $165,900 | 23.8% | 13.3% |
| Bartlett | 1,941 | $67,438 | $218,900 | 12.0% | 14.3% |
Population Overview
Garfield is a small community located in Texas, within Travis County. The total population is 1,926. It ranks as the 754th most populous out of 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Garfield is 41.3 years. This is 16% higher than the state median of 35.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Garfield is $73,349. This is 7% lower than the state median of $78,476. It is also 9% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 9.6%. This is 31% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 13.6%. This is 157% higher than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $112,100. Housing costs are 61% lower than the state median of $283,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.5x, Garfield is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 83.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 33% higher than the state average of 62.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Garfield is Hispanic or Latino, making up 56.2% of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 25.6%. The Black or African American population (3.6%) is well below the state average of 11.9%.
Education
21.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 35% 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 77.1%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Garfield, 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 Garfield, Texas?
Garfield, Texas has a population of 1,926 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Garfield, TX?
The median household income in Garfield is $73,349, which is 9% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Garfield, TX?
The poverty rate in Garfield is 9.6%. This means approximately 184 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Garfield, Texas?
Garfield's population is 25.6% White, 3.6% Black, 56.2% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Garfield, TX?
The median home value in Garfield is $112,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.5x.
How educated is Garfield, Texas?
21.9% of adults (25+) in Garfield hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 6.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.