Hawkins, Texas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Hawkins, Texas had a total population of 1,876, the 762nd largest city in Texas, with a median household income of $72,404, which is 8% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 13.3%.
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 2.3x.
Hawkins Quick Facts
How Hawkins 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 | 1,664 | 1,876 | +12.7% |
| Median household income | $70,580 | $72,404 | +2.6% |
| Median home value | $94,800 | $165,900 | +75.0% |
How Hawkins 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
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 67 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Hawkins Rankings in Texas
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Other Cities in Wood County
Cities Similar to Hawkins
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Uvalde Estates | 1,908 | N/A | N/A | 7.7% | 17.4% |
| Stowell | 1,823 | N/A | $121,600 | 10.3% | 49.0% |
| Garfield | 1,926 | $73,349 | $112,100 | 21.9% | 9.6% |
| Edgewood | 1,927 | $73,533 | $225,000 | 17.5% | 12.7% |
| Arcola | 1,911 | $75,086 | $242,600 | 13.3% | 13.0% |
Population Overview
Hawkins is a small community located in Texas, within Wood County. The total population is 1,876. It ranks as the 762nd most populous out of 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Hawkins is 39.7 years. This is 12% higher than the state median of 35.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Hawkins is $72,404. This is 8% 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 13.3%. This is 3% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 4.5%. This is 16% lower than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $165,900. Housing costs are 42% lower than the state median of $283,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.3x, Hawkins is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 73.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 18% higher than the state average of 62.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Hawkins is White (non-Hispanic), making up 71.8% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 23.2%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (71.8% vs 39.1%). The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (23.2% vs 11.9%). The Hispanic or Latino population (4.2%) is well below the state average of 39.7%. The Asian population (0.1%) is well below the state average of 5.5%.
Education
23.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 30% 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 87.3%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Hawkins, 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 Hawkins, Texas?
Hawkins, Texas has a population of 1,876 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Hawkins, TX?
The median household income in Hawkins is $72,404, which is 10% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Hawkins, TX?
The poverty rate in Hawkins is 13.3%. This means approximately 245 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Hawkins, Texas?
Hawkins's population is 71.8% White, 23.2% Black, 4.2% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.1% Asian.
What is the median home value in Hawkins, TX?
The median home value in Hawkins is $165,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.3x.
How educated is Hawkins, Texas?
23.8% of adults (25+) in Hawkins hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 11.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.