Lockett, Texas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Lockett, Texas had a total population of 195, the 1564th largest community in Texas, with a median household income of $54,792, which is 30% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 18.5%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 30% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
- Only 3.7% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Lockett Quick Facts
How Lockett 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 | 268 | 195 | -27.2% |
How Lockett Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
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Household Income Distribution
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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+)
Lockett Rankings in Texas
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Other Cities in Wilbarger County
Cities Similar to Lockett
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Damon | 196 | N/A | $92,500 | 0.0% | 64.3% |
| Garciasville | 196 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 19.4% |
| Barstow | 198 | N/A | $180,800 | 1.6% | 4.0% |
| Ranchitos Las Lomas | 192 | N/A | $227,900 | 0.0% | 26.6% |
| Bailey | 198 | $52,917 | $118,400 | 6.1% | 16.7% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 195, Lockett'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
Lockett is a small community located in Texas, within Wilbarger County. The total population is 195. It ranks as the 1564th most populous out of 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Lockett is 56.4 years. This is 58% higher than the state median of 35.6 years. Only 3.6% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Lockett is $54,792. This is 30% lower than the state median of $78,476. It is also 32% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 18.5%. This is 34% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 3.4%. This is 35% lower than the state rate of 5.3%. 90.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 44% higher than the state average of 62.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
Lockett has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 88.7% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 9.2%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (88.7% vs 39.1%). The Hispanic or Latino population (9.2%) is well below the state average of 39.7%.
Education
3.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 89% 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 50.5%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Lockett, 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 Lockett, Texas?
Lockett, Texas has a population of 195 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Lockett, TX?
The median household income in Lockett is $54,792, which is 32% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Lockett, TX?
The poverty rate in Lockett is 18.5%. This means approximately 36 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Lockett, Texas?
Lockett's population is 88.7% White, 0.0% Black, 9.2% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Lockett, TX?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Lockett — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Lockett, Texas?
3.7% of adults (25+) in Lockett hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 3.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.