Idalou, Texas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Idalou, Texas had a total population of 2,151, the 720th largest city in Texas, with a median household income of $58,500, which is 25% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 15.8%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Idalou Quick Facts
How Idalou 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 | 2,389 | 2,151 | -10.0% |
| Median household income | $70,655 | $58,500 | -17.2% |
| Median home value | $175,700 | $211,000 | +20.1% |
How Idalou 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+)
Idalou Rankings in Texas
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Other Cities in Lubbock County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lubbock | 264,814 | $60,895 | 18.9% | $212,400 |
| Wolfforth | 6,701 | $106,250 | 5.9% | $260,200 |
| Slaton | 5,761 | $56,676 | 15.7% | $84,600 |
| Abernathy | 3,278 | $87,531 | 3.0% | $176,400 |
| Shallowater | 2,955 | $89,107 | 3.7% | $210,000 |
| Ransom Canyon | 1,041 | $113,950 | 2.9% | $341,000 |
| New Deal | 668 | $96,500 | 13.8% | N/A |
| Buffalo Springs Lake | 571 | $101,667 | 1.6% | $239,500 |
Cities Similar to Idalou
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Las Quintas Fronterizas | 2,203 | N/A | $145,000 | 2.9% | 29.9% |
| Ben Bolt | 2,152 | $61,741 | $100,000 | 17.0% | 16.3% |
| Canadian | 2,241 | $58,811 | $161,600 | 15.3% | 6.6% |
| Waskom | 2,084 | $55,781 | $92,000 | 10.4% | 17.1% |
| Collinsville | 2,060 | $60,417 | $241,700 | 14.9% | 11.5% |
Population Overview
Idalou is a small community located in Texas, within Lubbock County. The total population is 2,151. It ranks as the 720th most populous out of 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Idalou is 44.2 years. This is 24% higher than the state median of 35.6 years. 18.8% 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 Idalou is $58,500. This is 25% lower than the state median of $78,476. It is also 28% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 15.8%. This is 15% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 2.9%. This is 46% lower than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $211,000. Housing costs are 26% lower than the state median of $283,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.6x. 70.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 13% higher than the state average of 62.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Idalou is Hispanic or Latino, making up 56.9% of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 41.4%. The Black or African American population (0.5%) is well below the state average of 11.9%.
Education
21.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 36% 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 91.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Idalou, 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 Idalou, Texas?
Idalou, Texas has a population of 2,151 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Idalou, TX?
The median household income in Idalou is $58,500, which is 28% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Idalou, TX?
The poverty rate in Idalou is 15.8%. This means approximately 341 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Idalou, Texas?
Idalou's population is 41.4% White, 0.5% Black, 56.9% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Idalou, TX?
The median home value in Idalou is $211,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.6x.
How educated is Idalou, Texas?
21.6% of adults (25+) in Idalou hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 6.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.