Glen Rose, Texas Demographics & Population 2026
Demographic data: ACS 2020–2024 five-year estimates. Sources and methodology
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Glen Rose, Texas had a total population of 2,836, the 605th largest city in Texas, with a median household income of $74,722, which is 5% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 12.0%.
Key Takeaways
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 1.3%.
Glen Rose Quick Facts
How Glen Rose 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 | 2,607 | 2,836 | +8.8% |
| Median household income | $55,469 | $74,722 | No clear change (+34.7%) |
| Median home value¹ | $193,344 | $261,000 | +35.0% |
| Median gross rent | $1,033 | $757 | No clear change (-26.7%) |
How Glen Rose 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: 75.9%
- Black: 1.1%
- Hispanic: 18.3%
- Asian: 0.0%
- Other: 0.2%
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 67 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
- < High School: 10.4%
- HS Diploma: 27.0%
- Some College: 26.9%
- Associate's: 10.4%
- Bachelor's: 17.6%
- Graduate+: 7.6%
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Cities Similar to Glen Rose
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Taft | 2,871 | $73,032 | $124,200 | 14.0% | 21.3% |
| Anahuac | 2,892 | $77,500 | $226,900 | 9.1% | 17.6% |
| Bolivar Peninsula | 2,951 | $75,547 | $315,500 | 13.9% | 12.2% |
| Brazoria | 2,880 | $79,635 | $162,400 | 14.8% | 11.8% |
| Shadybrook | 2,810 | $69,173 | $232,300 | 19.9% | 16.6% |
Population Overview
Glen Rose is a small community located in Texas, within Somervell County. The total population is 2,836. It ranks as the 605th most populous out of 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Glen Rose is 49.0 years. This is 38% higher than the state median of 35.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Glen Rose is $74,722. This is 5% lower than the state median of $78,476. It is also 7% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 12.0%. This is 13% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 1.3%. This is 76% lower than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $261,000. Housing costs are 8% lower than the state median of $283,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.5x. 65.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 4% higher than the state average of 62.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Glen Rose is White (non-Hispanic), making up 75.9% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 18.3%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (75.9% vs 39.1%). The Black or African American population (1.1%) is well below the state average of 11.9%. The Hispanic or Latino population (18.3%) is well below the state average of 39.7%.
Education
25.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 25% 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 89.5%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Glen Rose, 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 Glen Rose, Texas?
Glen Rose, Texas has a population of 2,836 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Glen Rose, TX?
The median household income in Glen Rose is $74,722, which is 7% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Glen Rose, TX?
The poverty rate in Glen Rose is 12.0%. This means approximately 322 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Glen Rose, Texas?
Glen Rose's population is 75.9% White, 1.1% Black, 18.3% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Glen Rose, TX?
The median home value in Glen Rose is $261,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.5x.
How educated is Glen Rose, Texas?
25.3% of adults (25+) in Glen Rose hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 7.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.