Gruver, Texas Demographics & Population 2026
Demographic data: ACS 2020–2024 five-year estimates. Sources and methodology
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Gruver, Texas had a total population of 1,280, the 920th largest city in Texas, with a median household income of $72,857, which is 7% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 11.5%.
Key Takeaways
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.5x.
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 0.7%.
Gruver Quick Facts
How Gruver 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 | 1,360 | 1,280 | No clear change (-5.9%) |
| Median household income | $54,459 | $72,857 | No clear change (+33.8%) |
| Median home value¹ | $152,485 | $111,700 | No clear change (-26.7%) |
| Median gross rent | $1,036 | $918 | No clear change (-11.4%) |
How Gruver 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: 49.1%
- Black: 0.0%
- Hispanic: 47.6%
- Asian: 0.0%
- Other: 0.0%
Diversity Index
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 67 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
- < High School: 27.0%
- HS Diploma: 17.7%
- Some College: 16.4%
- Associate's: 3.5%
- Bachelor's: 27.1%
- Graduate+: 8.5%
Gruver Rankings in Texas
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Other Cities in Hansford County
Cities Similar to Gruver
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beauxart Gardens | 1,276 | N/A | $171,600 | 10.0% | 3.2% |
| Oyster Creek | 1,288 | N/A | $164,500 | 2.6% | 13.8% |
| Rio Vista | 1,312 | $71,625 | $195,100 | 11.7% | 8.8% |
| Alvord | 1,294 | $68,674 | $212,500 | 12.9% | 8.0% |
| Booker | 1,311 | $69,464 | $150,200 | 15.6% | 15.1% |
Population Overview
Gruver is a small community located in Texas, within Hansford County. The total population is 1,280. It ranks as the 920th most populous out of 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Gruver is 33.8 years. This is 5% lower than the state median of 35.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Gruver is $72,857. This is 7% lower than the state median of $78,476. It is also 10% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 11.5%. This is 17% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 0.7%. This is 87% lower than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $111,700. Housing costs are 61% lower than the state median of $283,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.5x, Gruver is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 80.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 28% higher than the state average of 62.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Gruver is White (non-Hispanic), making up 49.1% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 47.6%.
Education
35.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 5% higher 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 73.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Gruver, 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 Gruver, Texas?
Gruver, Texas has a population of 1,280 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Gruver, TX?
The median household income in Gruver is $72,857, which is 10% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Gruver, TX?
The poverty rate in Gruver is 11.5%. This means approximately 147 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Gruver, Texas?
Gruver's population is 49.1% White, 0.0% Black, 47.6% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Gruver, TX?
The median home value in Gruver is $111,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.5x.
How educated is Gruver, Texas?
35.6% of adults (25+) in Gruver hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 8.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.