Leary city, Texas Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Leary city, Texas Demographics
Creator: U.S. Census Bureau
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As of 2026, Leary city, Texas has a total population of 564, the 1227th largest city in Texas, with a median household income of $53,750, which is 30% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 17.5%.

Key Takeaways

Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 1.8%.

Leary city Quick Facts

Population 564

Median Household Income $53,750

Median Home Value $164,800

Poverty Rate 17.5%

Unemployment Rate 1.8%

Median Age 42.0 years

Homeownership Rate 75.1%

Affordability Ratio 3.1x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 12.4%

High School Graduation Rate 75.4%

Diversity Index 25/100

Population 564 1227th of 1,800

Median Income $53,750 below average

Poverty Rate 17.5% 41% higher national

Median Home Value $164,800 average

How Leary city Compares

Median Household Income

Leary city

$53,750

$76,292

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Leary city

$164,800

$260,400

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 15.1%

$25K-$50K 28.0%

$50K-$100K 37.3%

$100K+ 19.6%

Employment

1.8% Unemployment Rate State: 5.1% | National: 5.2%

58.5% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 75.1%

Renter 24.9%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.1x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

17.9%

18-34

27.8%

35-54

23.1%

55-74

22.5%

75+

8.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 67 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Leary city Rankings in Texas

#1227 Population of 1,800

#1048 Median Income of 1,800

#1175 Education of 1,800

#729 Home Value of 1,800

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Cities Similar to Leary city

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Hilltop CDP (Frio County)	565	N/A	N/A	7.5%	48.7%
Sandy Hollow-Escondidas CDP	563	N/A	N/A	36.2%	80.8%
Sunset CDP (Montague County)	586	N/A	N/A	7.2%	17.6%
Deweyville CDP	538	N/A	$133,800	7.3%	5.8%
Redland CDP	534	N/A	$140,100	22.4%	34.8%

Population Overview

Leary city is a small community located in Texas. The total population is 564. It ranks as the 1227th most populous out of 1,800 cities and towns in Texas.

Age Demographics

The median age in Leary city is 42.0 years. This is 18% higher than the state median of 35.5 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Leary city is $53,750. This is 30% lower than the state median of $76,292. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 32% lower. The poverty rate stands at 17.5%. This is 27% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 1.8%. This is 65% lower than the state rate of 5.1%. The median home value is $164,800. Housing costs are 37% lower than the state median of $260,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x. 75.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 20% higher than the state average of 62.6%.

Race & Ethnicity

Leary city has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 86.4% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 5.7%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (86.4% vs 39.9%). The Black or African American population (5.7%) is well below the state average of 11.9%. The Hispanic or Latino population (4.4%) is well below the state average of 39.5%.

Education

12.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 62% lower than the state rate of 33.1%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 75.4%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Leary city, Texas is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. Comparisons are made against Texas state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 1,800 Census-designated places in Texas. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Leary city, Texas?

Leary city, Texas has a population of 564 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Leary city, TX?

The median household income in Leary city is $53,750, which is 32% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Leary city, TX?

The poverty rate in Leary city is 17.5%. This means approximately 99 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Leary city, Texas?

Leary city's population is 86.4% White, 5.7% Black, 4.4% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Leary city, TX?

The median home value in Leary city is $164,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x.

How educated is Leary city, Texas?

12.4% of adults (25+) in Leary city hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 1.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.