Lefors, Texas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Lefors, Texas had a total population of 557, the 1235th largest town in Texas, with a median household income of $52,188, which is 33% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 8.2%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 33% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 0.7x.
- Unemployment rate of 11.7% is notably above the national average.
Lefors Quick Facts
How Lefors 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 | 443 | 557 | +25.7% |
| Median household income | $61,250 | $52,188 | -14.8% |
| Median home value | $32,700 | $34,600 | +5.8% |
How Lefors 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 less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 67 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Lefors Rankings in Texas
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Other Cities in Gray County
Cities Similar to Lefors
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% |
| Zavalla | 567 | $53,333 | $74,000 | 4.8% | 17.0% |
| Thornton | 565 | $53,750 | $84,000 | 2.0% | 14.5% |
| Placedo | 539 | N/A | $45,900 | 0.0% | 24.1% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 557, Lefors'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
Lefors is a small community located in Texas, within Gray County. The total population is 557. It ranks as the 1235th most populous out of 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Lefors is 36.1 years. This is 1% higher than the state median of 35.6 years. With 32.0% of the population under 18, Lefors has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Lefors is $52,188. This is 33% lower than the state median of $78,476. It is also 35% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 8.2%. This is 41% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 11.7%. This is 123% higher than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $34,600. Housing costs are 88% lower than the state median of $283,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 0.7x, Lefors is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 85.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 37% higher than the state average of 62.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Lefors is White (non-Hispanic), making up 81.2% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 7.7%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (81.2% vs 39.1%). The Hispanic or Latino population (7.2%) is well below the state average of 39.7%. The Asian population (0.4%) is well below the state average of 5.5%.
Education
19.9% 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 94.2%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Lefors, 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 Lefors, Texas?
Lefors, Texas has a population of 557 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Lefors, TX?
The median household income in Lefors is $52,188, which is 35% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Lefors, TX?
The poverty rate in Lefors is 8.2%. This means approximately 45 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Lefors, Texas?
Lefors's population is 81.2% White, 7.7% Black, 7.2% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.4% Asian.
What is the median home value in Lefors, TX?
The median home value in Lefors is $34,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 0.7x.
How educated is Lefors, Texas?
19.9% of adults (25+) in Lefors hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 1.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.