Kress, Texas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Kress, Texas had a total population of 642, the 1181st largest city in Texas, with a median household income of $30,357, which is 61% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 38.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 61% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (38.0%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Only 8.4% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Unemployment rate of 8.2% is notably above the national average.
Kress Quick Facts
How Kress 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 | 559 | 642 | +14.8% |
| Median household income | $46,875 | $30,357 | -35.2% |
| Median home value | $81,000 | $87,600 | +8.1% |
How Kress 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+)
Kress Rankings in Texas
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Other Cities in Swisher County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tulia | 4,422 | $32,288 | 31.9% | $81,100 |
Cities Similar to Kress
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seco Mines | 644 | N/A | N/A | 24.3% | 83.1% |
| Rocksprings | 625 | N/A | $54,900 | 6.5% | 44.2% |
| Solis | 663 | N/A | $172,500 | 5.1% | 28.8% |
| Santa Maria | 669 | N/A | $76,800 | 2.7% | 37.2% |
| Horseshoe Bend | 606 | N/A | $116,800 | 20.1% | 18.1% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 642, Kress'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
Kress is a small community located in Texas, within Swisher County. The total population is 642. It ranks as the 1181st most populous out of 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Kress is 44.7 years. This is 26% higher than the state median of 35.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Kress is $30,357. This is 61% lower than the state median of $78,476. It is also 62% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 38.0%. This is 176% 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. The unemployment rate is 8.2%. This is 55% higher than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $87,600. Housing costs are 69% lower than the state median of $283,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.9x, Kress is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 88.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 41% higher than the state average of 62.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Kress is Hispanic or Latino, making up 73.7% of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 22.7%. The Black or African American population (1.7%) is well below the state average of 11.9%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (73.7% vs 39.7%).
Education
8.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 75% 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 70.6%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Kress, 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 Kress, Texas?
Kress, Texas has a population of 642 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Kress, TX?
The median household income in Kress is $30,357, which is 62% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Kress, TX?
The poverty rate in Kress is 38.0%. This means approximately 244 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Kress, Texas?
Kress's population is 22.7% White, 1.7% Black, 73.7% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Kress, TX?
The median home value in Kress is $87,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.9x.
How educated is Kress, Texas?
8.4% of adults (25+) in Kress hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 3.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.