Hart, Texas Demographics & Population 2026
Demographic data: ACS 2020–2024 five-year estimates. Sources and methodology
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Hart, Texas had a total population of 919, the 1055th largest city in Texas, with a median household income of $46,354, which is 41% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 15.9%.
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 41% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
- Only 2.9% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.1x.
Hart Quick Facts
How Hart 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 | 1,178 | 919 | No clear change (-22.0%) |
| Median household income | $47,690 | $46,354 | No clear change (-2.8%) |
| Median home value¹ | $68,673 | $52,200 | No clear change (-24.0%) |
| Median gross rent | $897 | $883 | No clear change (-1.6%) |
How Hart 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: 10.0%
- Black: 0.0%
- Hispanic: 89.8%
- Asian: 0.0%
- Other: 0.2%
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+)
- < High School: 30.7%
- HS Diploma: 35.1%
- Some College: 21.0%
- Associate's: 10.2%
- Bachelor's: 1.7%
- Graduate+: 1.3%
Hart Rankings in Texas
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Other Cities in Castro County
Cities Similar to Hart
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reid Hope King | 932 | N/A | $108,200 | 21.1% | 25.3% |
| Earth | 925 | $47,574 | $78,300 | 10.4% | 14.4% |
| Camp Wood | 939 | N/A | $77,500 | 5.5% | 16.5% |
| Olmito | 887 | N/A | N/A | 11.2% | 67.3% |
| Tye | 936 | $48,421 | $62,600 | 5.4% | 10.7% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 919, Hart'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
Hart is a small community located in Texas, within Castro County. The total population is 919. It ranks as the 1055th most populous out of 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Hart is 30.5 years. This is 14% lower than the state median of 35.6 years. With 28.4% of the population under 18, Hart has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Hart is $46,354. This is 41% lower than the state median of $78,476. It is also 43% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 15.9%. This is 15% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 6.6%. This is 24% higher than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $52,200. Housing costs are 82% lower than the state median of $283,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.1x, Hart is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 78.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 25% higher than the state average of 62.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
Hart has a predominantly Hispanic or Latino population, comprising 89.8% of all residents. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 10.0%. The White (non-Hispanic) population (10.0%) is well below the state average of 39.1%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (89.8% vs 39.7%).
Education
2.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 91% 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 69.3%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Hart, 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 Hart, Texas?
Hart, Texas has a population of 919 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Hart, TX?
The median household income in Hart is $46,354, which is 43% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Hart, TX?
The poverty rate in Hart is 15.9%. This means approximately 146 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Hart, Texas?
Hart's population is 10.0% White, 0.0% Black, 89.8% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Hart, TX?
The median home value in Hart is $52,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.1x.
How educated is Hart, Texas?
2.9% of adults (25+) in Hart hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 1.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.