Horseshoe Bend, Texas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Horseshoe Bend, Texas had a total population of 606, the 1209th largest community in Texas. The poverty rate is 18.1%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Unemployment rate of 11.6% is notably above the national average.
Horseshoe Bend Quick Facts
How Horseshoe Bend 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 | 709 | 606 | -14.5% |
| Median home value | $112,500 | $116,800 | +3.8% |
How Horseshoe Bend 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+)
Horseshoe Bend Rankings in Texas
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Other Cities in Parker County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Weatherford | 35,788 | $81,516 | 10.0% | $312,100 |
| Mineral Wells | 15,244 | $55,929 | 22.4% | $161,300 |
| Willow Park | 5,874 | $132,045 | 10.3% | $374,200 |
| Aledo | 5,825 | $163,231 | 2.8% | $465,100 |
| Springtown | 3,855 | $75,391 | 10.7% | $261,300 |
| Annetta | 3,264 | $177,500 | 1.5% | $482,700 |
| Hudson Oaks | 2,586 | $124,545 | 3.4% | $456,300 |
| Carter | 1,738 | $103,264 | 19.5% | $316,400 |
| Dennis | 1,402 | $139,383 | 1.7% | $569,400 |
| Western Lake | 1,165 | $34,388 | 5.8% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Horseshoe Bend
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sunrise Shores | 607 | $72,500 | N/A | 16.2% | 3.3% |
| Hargill | 609 | $19,222 | $75,400 | 14.2% | 66.3% |
| Waelder | 603 | $61,214 | $59,400 | 15.3% | 13.4% |
| Pettus | 602 | $70,654 | $150,700 | 5.0% | 6.0% |
| Santa Clara | 602 | $81,607 | $323,000 | 20.6% | 10.3% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 606, Horseshoe Bend'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
Horseshoe Bend is a small community located in Texas, within Parker County. The total population is 606. It ranks as the 1209th most populous out of 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Horseshoe Bend is 61.0 years. This is 71% higher than the state median of 35.6 years. 30.9% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 18.1%. This is 32% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 11.6%. This is 120% higher than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $116,800. Housing costs are 59% lower than the state median of $283,800. 100.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 60% higher than the state average of 62.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Horseshoe Bend was recorded as White (non-Hispanic). A figure of exactly 100.0% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
Education
20.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 41% 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 77.9%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Horseshoe Bend, 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 Horseshoe Bend, Texas?
Horseshoe Bend, Texas has a population of 606 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Horseshoe Bend, TX?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Horseshoe Bend — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Horseshoe Bend, TX?
The poverty rate in Horseshoe Bend is 18.1%. This means approximately 110 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Horseshoe Bend, Texas?
Horseshoe Bend's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Horseshoe Bend, TX?
The median home value in Horseshoe Bend is $116,800.
How educated is Horseshoe Bend, Texas?
20.1% of adults (25+) in Horseshoe Bend hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 11.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.