Lexington, Texas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Lexington, Texas had a total population of 1,365, the 890th largest town in Texas, with a median household income of $56,354, which is 28% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 15.6%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 8.5% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Unemployment rate of 10.9% is notably above the national average.
Lexington Quick Facts
How Lexington 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 | 1,493 | 1,365 | -8.6% |
| Median household income | $59,821 | $56,354 | -5.8% |
| Median home value | $186,100 | $175,000 | -6.0% |
How Lexington 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+)
Lexington Rankings in Texas
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Other Cities in Lee County
Cities Similar to Lexington
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elmo | 1,379 | N/A | $199,200 | 8.2% | 0.5% |
| César Chávez | 1,351 | N/A | $162,300 | 0.0% | 20.4% |
| Sundown | 1,374 | $58,594 | $96,400 | 25.3% | 14.6% |
| Munday | 1,407 | $56,406 | $79,500 | 11.4% | 19.6% |
| Blossom | 1,393 | $55,114 | $120,700 | 11.9% | 9.4% |
Population Overview
Lexington is a small community located in Texas, within Lee County. The total population is 1,365. It ranks as the 890th most populous out of 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Lexington is 41.2 years. This is 16% higher than the state median of 35.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Lexington is $56,354. This is 28% lower than the state median of $78,476. It is also 30% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 15.6%. This is 13% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 10.9%. This is 107% higher than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $175,000. Housing costs are 38% lower than the state median of $283,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x. 47.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 24% lower than the state average of 62.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Lexington is White (non-Hispanic), making up 72.0% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 19.6%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (72.0% vs 39.1%). The Hispanic or Latino population (19.6%) is well below the state average of 39.7%.
Education
8.5% 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 88.4%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Lexington, 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 Lexington, Texas?
Lexington, Texas has a population of 1,365 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Lexington, TX?
The median household income in Lexington is $56,354, which is 30% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Lexington, TX?
The poverty rate in Lexington is 15.6%. This means approximately 213 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Lexington, Texas?
Lexington's population is 72.0% White, 6.5% Black, 19.6% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Lexington, TX?
The median home value in Lexington is $175,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x.
How educated is Lexington, Texas?
8.5% of adults (25+) in Lexington hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 2.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.