Harrold, Texas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Harrold, Texas had a total population of 78, the 1699th largest community in Texas, with a median household income of $82,500, which is 5% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 10.3%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Harrold Quick Facts
How Harrold 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 | 90 | 78 | -13.3% |
| Median household income | $70,833 | $82,500 | +16.5% |
How Harrold 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+)
Harrold Rankings in Texas
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Other Cities in Wilbarger County
Cities Similar to Harrold
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Olmito and Olmito | 79 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Lipscomb | 81 | N/A | $83,800 | 17.4% | 0.0% |
| Dell City | 82 | N/A | N/A | 25.6% | 9.8% |
| Sheffield | 74 | N/A | N/A | 25.7% | 0.0% |
| Ben Arnold | 84 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 78, Harrold'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
Harrold is a small community located in Texas, within Wilbarger County. The total population is 78. It ranks as the 1699th most populous out of 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Harrold is 41.6 years. This is 17% higher than the state median of 35.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Harrold is $82,500. This is 5% higher than the state median of $78,476. It is also 2% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 10.3%. This is 26% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 4.5%. This is 14% lower than the state rate of 5.3%. 83.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 33% higher than the state average of 62.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
Harrold has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 88.5% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 7.7%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (88.5% vs 39.1%). The Hispanic or Latino population (7.7%) is well below the state average of 39.7%.
Education
23.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 31% 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 89.3%. Notably, 16.1% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Harrold, 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 Harrold, Texas?
Harrold, Texas has a population of 78 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Harrold, TX?
The median household income in Harrold is $82,500, which is 2% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Harrold, TX?
The poverty rate in Harrold is 10.3%. This means approximately 8 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Harrold, Texas?
Harrold's population is 88.5% White, 0.0% Black, 7.7% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Harrold, TX?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Harrold — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Harrold, Texas?
23.2% of adults (25+) in Harrold hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 16.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.