Littlefield, Texas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Littlefield, Texas had a total population of 5,822, the 391st largest city in Texas, with a median household income of $60,636, which is 23% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 14.7%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.3x.
Littlefield Quick Facts
How Littlefield 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 | 5,886 | 5,822 | -1.1% |
| Median household income | $56,312 | $60,636 | +7.7% |
| Median home value | $75,400 | $79,400 | +5.3% |
How Littlefield 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+)
Littlefield Rankings in Texas
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Other Cities in Lamb County
Cities Similar to Littlefield
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Homestead Meadows North | 5,795 | $63,088 | $192,800 | 11.4% | 20.5% |
| Childress | 5,834 | $57,644 | $85,900 | 9.6% | 14.4% |
| Bowie | 5,770 | $57,488 | $174,300 | 13.4% | 16.7% |
| Alpine | 6,014 | $60,139 | $219,800 | 45.1% | 8.6% |
| Edna | 6,027 | $59,600 | $117,800 | 15.4% | 24.6% |
Population Overview
Littlefield is a small city located in Texas, within Lamb County. The total population is 5,822. It ranks as the 391st most populous out of 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Littlefield is 35.3 years. This is about the same as the state median of 35.6 years. With 28.5% of the population under 18, Littlefield has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Littlefield is $60,636. This is 23% lower than the state median of $78,476. It is also 25% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 14.7%. This is 6% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 2.6%. This is 50% lower than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $79,400. Housing costs are 72% lower than the state median of $283,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.3x, Littlefield is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 72.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 16% higher than the state average of 62.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Littlefield is Hispanic or Latino, making up 60.2% of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 32.5%. The Black or African American population (5.5%) is well below the state average of 11.9%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (60.2% vs 39.7%).
Education
15.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 54% 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 77.7%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Littlefield, 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 Littlefield, Texas?
Littlefield, Texas has a population of 5,822 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Littlefield, TX?
The median household income in Littlefield is $60,636, which is 25% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Littlefield, TX?
The poverty rate in Littlefield is 14.7%. This means approximately 834 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Littlefield, Texas?
Littlefield's population is 32.5% White, 5.5% Black, 60.2% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Littlefield, TX?
The median home value in Littlefield is $79,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.3x.
How educated is Littlefield, Texas?
15.6% of adults (25+) in Littlefield hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.