Goree, Texas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Goree, Texas had a total population of 131, the 1628th largest city in Texas, with a median household income of $53,333, which is 32% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 16.8%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 32% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
- Only 9.7% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Goree Quick Facts
How Goree 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 | 135 | 131 | -3.0% |
How Goree 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+)
Goree Rankings in Texas
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Other Cities in Knox County
Cities Similar to Goree
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rancho Banquete | 131 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Oklaunion | 132 | N/A | $104,500 | 0.0% | 24.2% |
| Todd Mission | 132 | N/A | $241,700 | 20.0% | 5.3% |
| Loma Vista | 130 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| O'Brien | 130 | N/A | $33,300 | 8.3% | 72.3% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 131, Goree'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
Goree is a small community located in Texas, within Knox County. The total population is 131. It ranks as the 1628th most populous out of 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Goree is 52.0 years. This is 46% higher than the state median of 35.6 years. Only 9.2% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Goree is $53,333. This is 32% lower than the state median of $78,476. It is also 34% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 16.8%. This is 22% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Goree, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 90.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 44% higher than the state average of 62.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
Goree is a highly diverse community where no single racial or ethnic group constitutes a majority of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 29.8%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (27.5% vs 11.9%).
Education
9.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 71% 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 84.5%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Goree, 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 Goree, Texas?
Goree, Texas has a population of 131 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Goree, TX?
The median household income in Goree is $53,333, which is 34% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Goree, TX?
The poverty rate in Goree is 16.8%. This means approximately 22 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Goree, Texas?
Goree's population is 37.4% White, 27.5% Black, 29.8% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Goree, TX?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Goree — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Goree, Texas?
9.7% of adults (25+) in Goree hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 1.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.