Graford, Texas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Graford, Texas had a total population of 654, the 1171st largest city in Texas, with a median household income of $60,938, which is 22% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 14.1%.
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.
- Unemployment rate of 11.0% is notably above the national average.
Graford Quick Facts
How Graford 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 | 632 | 654 | +3.5% |
| Median household income | $57,917 | $60,938 | +5.2% |
| Median home value | $106,700 | $127,500 | +19.5% |
How Graford 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 less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 67 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Graford Rankings in Texas
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Other Cities in Palo Pinto County
Cities Similar to Graford
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Solis | 663 | N/A | $172,500 | 5.1% | 28.8% |
| Seco Mines | 644 | N/A | N/A | 24.3% | 83.1% |
| Alba | 664 | $60,682 | $112,500 | 7.5% | 9.6% |
| Santa Maria | 669 | N/A | $76,800 | 2.7% | 37.2% |
| Burke | 663 | $62,969 | $141,100 | 18.7% | 11.1% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 654, Graford'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
Graford is a small community located in Texas, within Palo Pinto County. The total population is 654. It ranks as the 1171st most populous out of 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Graford is 32.7 years. This is 8% lower than the state median of 35.6 years. With 34.7% of the population under 18, Graford has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Graford is $60,938. This is 22% lower than the state median of $78,476. It is also 25% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 14.1%. This is 2% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 11.0%. This is 109% higher than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $127,500. Housing costs are 55% lower than the state median of $283,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.1x, Graford is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 84.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 35% higher than the state average of 62.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Graford is White (non-Hispanic), making up 83.2% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 10.7%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (83.2% vs 39.1%). The Black or African American population (3.5%) is well below the state average of 11.9%. The Hispanic or Latino population (10.7%) is well below the state average of 39.7%.
Education
14.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 58% 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 94.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Graford, 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 Graford, Texas?
Graford, Texas has a population of 654 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Graford, TX?
The median household income in Graford is $60,938, which is 25% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Graford, TX?
The poverty rate in Graford is 14.1%. This means approximately 92 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Graford, Texas?
Graford's population is 83.2% White, 3.5% Black, 10.7% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Graford, TX?
The median home value in Graford is $127,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.1x.
How educated is Graford, Texas?
14.3% of adults (25+) in Graford hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 2.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.