Kurten, Texas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Kurten, Texas had a total population of 555, the 1236th largest town in Texas, with a median household income of $62,375, which is 21% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 5.4%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Kurten Quick Facts
How Kurten 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 | 557 | 555 | -0.4% |
| Median household income | $64,500 | $62,375 | -3.3% |
| Median home value | $178,600 | $190,600 | +6.7% |
How Kurten 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 diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.
State average: 67 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Kurten Rankings in Texas
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Other Cities in Brazos County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| College Station | 124,570 | $50,900 | 29.2% | $346,700 |
| Bryan | 87,939 | $59,289 | 23.1% | $227,800 |
| Navasota | 8,542 | $51,276 | 14.2% | $208,100 |
| Lake Bryan | 2,165 | $77,419 | 13.2% | $267,100 |
| Wixon Valley | 200 | $116,875 | 4.5% | $275,000 |
Cities Similar to Kurten
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles | 553 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 9.7% |
| El Castillo | 566 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 61.8% |
| Placedo | 539 | N/A | $45,900 | 0.0% | 24.1% |
| Sandy Hollow-Escondidas | 539 | N/A | N/A | 36.0% | 82.2% |
| McKinney Acres | 562 | $66,285 | $139,600 | 4.3% | 8.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 555, Kurten'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
Kurten is a small community located in Texas, within Brazos County. The total population is 555. It ranks as the 1236th most populous out of 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Kurten is 41.4 years. This is 16% higher than the state median of 35.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Kurten is $62,375. This is 21% lower than the state median of $78,476. It is also 23% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 5.4%. This is 61% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 5.8%. This is 9% higher than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $190,600. Housing costs are 33% lower than the state median of $283,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x. 90.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 45% higher than the state average of 62.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Kurten is White (non-Hispanic), making up 52.8% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 38.2%. The Black or African American population (0.4%) is well below the state average of 11.9%.
Education
19.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 42% 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 77.5%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Kurten, 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 Kurten, Texas?
Kurten, Texas has a population of 555 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Kurten, TX?
The median household income in Kurten is $62,375, which is 23% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Kurten, TX?
The poverty rate in Kurten is 5.4%. This means approximately 30 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Kurten, Texas?
Kurten's population is 52.8% White, 0.4% Black, 38.2% Hispanic/Latino, and 7.4% Asian.
What is the median home value in Kurten, TX?
The median home value in Kurten is $190,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x.
How educated is Kurten, Texas?
19.6% of adults (25+) in Kurten hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.