Henrietta, Texas Demographics & Population 2026
Demographic data: ACS 2020–2024 five-year estimates. Sources and methodology
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Henrietta, Texas had a total population of 3,167, the 555th largest city in Texas, with a median household income of $66,630, which is 15% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 8.2%.
Key Takeaways
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.2x.
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 1.0%.
Henrietta Quick Facts
How Henrietta 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 | 3,042 | 3,167 | +4.1% |
| Median household income | $58,540 | $66,630 | No clear change (+13.8%) |
| Median home value¹ | $108,179 | $145,600 | +34.6% |
| Median gross rent | $994 | $790 | No clear change (-20.6%) |
How Henrietta 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: 88.0%
- Black: 2.0%
- Hispanic: 5.1%
- Asian: 1.9%
- Other: 0.0%
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: 3.7%
- HS Diploma: 39.5%
- Some College: 26.4%
- Associate's: 4.6%
- Bachelor's: 18.5%
- Graduate+: 7.3%
Henrietta Rankings in Texas
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Other Cities in Clay County
Cities Similar to Henrietta
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Early | 3,143 | $67,346 | $179,800 | 28.3% | 10.5% |
| Val Verde Park | 3,139 | $61,734 | $98,800 | 3.0% | 10.4% |
| Needville | 3,094 | $70,900 | $221,700 | 23.1% | 14.7% |
| Bishop | 3,103 | $58,152 | $111,800 | 17.7% | 24.6% |
| Mauriceville | 2,945 | $64,167 | $179,600 | 11.4% | 13.6% |
Population Overview
Henrietta is a small community located in Texas, within Clay County. The total population is 3,167. It ranks as the 555th most populous out of 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Henrietta is 48.3 years. This is 36% higher than the state median of 35.6 years. 10.5% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Henrietta is $66,630. This is 15% lower than the state median of $78,476. It is also 17% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 8.2%. This is 41% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 1.0%. This is 81% lower than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $145,600. Housing costs are 49% lower than the state median of $283,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.2x, Henrietta is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 77.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 25% higher than the state average of 62.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
Henrietta has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 88.0% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 5.1%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (88.0% vs 39.1%). The Black or African American population (2.0%) is well below the state average of 11.9%. The Hispanic or Latino population (5.1%) is well below the state average of 39.7%. The Asian population (1.9%) is well below the state average of 5.5%.
Education
25.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 24% 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 96.3%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Henrietta, 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 Henrietta, Texas?
Henrietta, Texas has a population of 3,167 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Henrietta, TX?
The median household income in Henrietta is $66,630, which is 17% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Henrietta, TX?
The poverty rate in Henrietta is 8.2%. This means approximately 250 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Henrietta, Texas?
Henrietta's population is 88.0% White, 2.0% Black, 5.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.9% Asian.
What is the median home value in Henrietta, TX?
The median home value in Henrietta is $145,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.2x.
How educated is Henrietta, Texas?
25.8% of adults (25+) in Henrietta hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 7.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.