Impact, Texas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Impact, Texas had a total population of 13, the 1782nd largest town in Texas. The poverty rate is 61.5%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (61.5%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
Impact Quick Facts
How Impact 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 | 17 | 13 | -23.5% |
How Impact Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
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+)
Impact Rankings in Texas
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Other Cities in Taylor County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abilene | 128,053 | $62,648 | 16.1% | $183,700 |
| Potosi | 4,322 | $121,543 | 2.5% | $354,200 |
| Merkel | 2,699 | $73,500 | 11.4% | $115,100 |
| Tuscola | 990 | $84,931 | 7.0% | $191,000 |
| Tye | 936 | $48,421 | 10.7% | $62,600 |
| Buffalo Gap | 534 | $104,750 | 7.5% | $201,300 |
| Lawn | 280 | $61,250 | 8.9% | $69,400 |
| Trent | 280 | $85,000 | 6.8% | $59,100 |
Cities Similar to Impact
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alanreed | 15 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Tulsita | 15 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Gutierrez | 11 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Martinez | 11 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 100.0% |
| Sunset Acres | 11 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 13, Impact'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
Impact is a small community located in Texas, within Taylor County. The total population is 13. It ranks as the 1782nd most populous out of 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Impact is 58.2 years. This is 63% higher than the state median of 35.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 61.5%. This is 346% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. 80.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 28% higher than the state average of 62.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Impact is Hispanic or Latino, making up 76.9% of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 15.4%. The White (non-Hispanic) population (15.4%) is well below the state average of 39.1%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (76.9% vs 39.7%).
Education
20.0% 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 40.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Impact, 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 Impact, Texas?
Impact, Texas has a population of 13 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Impact, TX?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Impact — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Impact, TX?
The poverty rate in Impact is 61.5%. This means approximately 8 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Impact, Texas?
Impact's population is 15.4% White, 0.0% Black, 76.9% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Impact, TX?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Impact — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Impact, Texas?
20.0% of adults (25+) in Impact hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.