Happy, Texas Demographics & Population 2026
Demographic data: ACS 2020–2024 five-year estimates. Sources and methodology
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Happy, Texas had a total population of 647, the 1177th largest town in Texas, with a median household income of $55,313, which is 30% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 29.2%.
Key Takeaways
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (29.2%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.7x.
Happy Quick Facts
How Happy 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 | 697 | 647 | No clear change (-7.2%) |
| Median household income | $50,685 | $55,313 | No clear change (+9.1%) |
| Median home value¹ | $87,257 | $91,800 | No clear change (+5.2%) |
| Median gross rent | $987 | $1,102 | +11.6% |
How Happy 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: 69.9%
- Black: 0.5%
- Hispanic: 27.7%
- Asian: 0.5%
- 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: 5.1%
- HS Diploma: 46.3%
- Some College: 13.7%
- Associate's: 8.4%
- Bachelor's: 12.5%
- Graduate+: 14.0%
Happy Rankings in Texas
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Other Cities in Randall County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amarillo | 201,885 | $65,912 | 15.8% | $196,900 |
| Canyon | 15,723 | $69,772 | 13.1% | $240,300 |
| Bushland | 2,779 | $146,071 | 1.3% | $424,900 |
| Rockwell Place | 2,016 | $57,188 | 10.2% | $91,600 |
| Lake Tanglewood | 624 | $120,625 | 6.7% | $633,600 |
| Timbercreek Canyon | 528 | $145,278 | 3.6% | $400,000 |
| Palisades | 265 | $73,750 | 7.2% | $267,200 |
Cities Similar to Happy
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seco Mines | 644 | N/A | N/A | 24.3% | 83.1% |
| Trenton | 653 | $53,929 | $164,000 | 12.8% | 16.2% |
| Solis | 663 | N/A | $172,500 | 5.1% | 28.8% |
| Pendleton | 649 | $58,092 | $268,200 | 16.0% | 16.5% |
| Colmesneil | 642 | $58,056 | $119,900 | 16.9% | 11.7% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 647, Happy'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
Happy is a small community located in Texas, within Randall County. The total population is 647. It ranks as the 1177th most populous out of 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Happy is 25.8 years. This is 28% lower than the state median of 35.6 years. With 42.0% of the population under 18, Happy has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Happy is $55,313. This is 30% lower than the state median of $78,476. It is also 31% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 29.2%. This is 112% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The unemployment rate is 7.2%. This is 36% higher than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $91,800. Housing costs are 68% lower than the state median of $283,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.7x, Happy is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 82.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 32% higher than the state average of 62.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Happy is White (non-Hispanic), making up 69.9% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 27.7%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (69.9% vs 39.1%). The Black or African American population (0.5%) is well below the state average of 11.9%. The Asian population (0.5%) is well below the state average of 5.5%.
Education
26.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 21% 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 94.9%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Happy, 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 Happy, Texas?
Happy, Texas has a population of 647 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Happy, TX?
The median household income in Happy is $55,313, which is 31% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Happy, TX?
The poverty rate in Happy is 29.2%. This means approximately 189 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Happy, Texas?
Happy's population is 69.9% White, 0.5% Black, 27.7% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.5% Asian.
What is the median home value in Happy, TX?
The median home value in Happy is $91,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.7x.
How educated is Happy, Texas?
26.6% of adults (25+) in Happy hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 14.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.