Kermit, Texas Demographics & Population 2026
Demographic data: ACS 2020–2024 five-year estimates. Sources and methodology
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Kermit, Texas had a total population of 5,689, the 400th largest city in Texas, with a median household income of $81,170, which is 3% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 16.9%.
Key Takeaways
- Only 8.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.9x.
Kermit Quick Facts
How Kermit 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 | 6,503 | 5,689 | -12.5% |
| Median household income | $66,787 | $81,170 | No clear change (+21.5%) |
| Median home value¹ | $73,350 | $151,600 | +106.7% |
| Median gross rent | $1,056 | $1,071 | No clear change (+1.4%) |
How Kermit 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: 19.7%
- Black: 4.5%
- Hispanic: 74.2%
- Asian: 0.2%
- Other: 1.1%
Diversity Index
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 67 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
- < High School: 32.2%
- HS Diploma: 36.7%
- Some College: 16.9%
- Associate's: 6.2%
- Bachelor's: 6.4%
- Graduate+: 1.6%
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Other Cities in Winkler County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wink | 1,373 | $103,472 | 13.0% | $121,900 |
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Population Overview
Kermit is a small city located in Texas, within Winkler County. The total population is 5,689. It ranks as the 400th most populous out of 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Kermit is 35.3 years. This is about the same as the state median of 35.6 years. With 28.1% of the population under 18, Kermit has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Kermit is $81,170. This is 3% higher than the state median of $78,476. It is also about the same as the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 16.9%. This is 22% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 4.0%. This is 25% lower than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $151,600. Housing costs are 47% lower than the state median of $283,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.9x, Kermit is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 84.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 35% higher than the state average of 62.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Kermit is Hispanic or Latino, making up 74.2% of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 19.7%. The Black or African American population (4.5%) is well below the state average of 11.9%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (74.2% vs 39.7%). The Asian population (0.2%) is well below the state average of 5.5%.
Education
8.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 76% 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 67.8%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Kermit, 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 Kermit, Texas?
Kermit, Texas has a population of 5,689 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Kermit, TX?
The median household income in Kermit is $81,170, which is about the same as the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Kermit, TX?
The poverty rate in Kermit is 16.9%. This means approximately 959 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Kermit, Texas?
Kermit's population is 19.7% White, 4.5% Black, 74.2% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.2% Asian.
What is the median home value in Kermit, TX?
The median home value in Kermit is $151,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.9x.
How educated is Kermit, Texas?
8.0% of adults (25+) in Kermit hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 1.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.