Log Cabin, Texas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Log Cabin, Texas had a total population of 998, the 1019th largest city in Texas, with a median household income of $53,438, which is 32% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 9.7%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 32% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
Log Cabin Quick Facts
How Log Cabin 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 | 913 | 998 | +9.3% |
How Log Cabin 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+)
Log Cabin Rankings in Texas
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Other Cities in Henderson County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Athens | 13,200 | $67,984 | 12.7% | $210,800 |
| Gun Barrel City | 6,570 | $71,310 | 16.2% | $237,300 |
| Chandler | 3,518 | $49,573 | 14.0% | $246,300 |
| Tool | 2,367 | $71,333 | 17.3% | $213,300 |
| Malakoff | 2,045 | $56,719 | 20.5% | $83,800 |
| Brownsboro | 1,658 | $62,250 | 15.4% | $197,800 |
| Payne Springs | 1,201 | $63,145 | 12.6% | $233,200 |
| Berryville | 1,184 | $68,194 | 7.2% | $137,100 |
| Frankston | 1,088 | $56,667 | 9.5% | $103,700 |
| Eustace | 1,039 | $68,250 | 12.9% | $192,900 |
Cities Similar to Log Cabin
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Colorado City | 980 | $54,074 | $57,600 | 10.8% | 11.4% |
| Lakeshore Gardens-Hidden Acres | 970 | N/A | $208,300 | 2.2% | 12.1% |
| Celeste | 1,019 | $54,375 | $184,700 | 14.0% | 21.2% |
| China | 963 | $55,104 | $186,500 | 19.0% | 11.8% |
| Evadale | 949 | $53,750 | $92,700 | 2.4% | 20.4% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 998, Log Cabin'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
Log Cabin is a small community located in Texas, within Henderson County. The total population is 998. It ranks as the 1019th most populous out of 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Log Cabin is 48.6 years. This is 37% higher than the state median of 35.6 years. Only 11.8% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Log Cabin is $53,438. This is 32% lower than the state median of $78,476. It is also 34% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 9.7%. This is 30% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 6.5%. This is 24% higher than the state rate of 5.3%. 84.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 35% higher than the state average of 62.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
Log Cabin has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 89.1% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 2.0%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (89.1% vs 39.1%). The Hispanic or Latino population (2.0%) is well below the state average of 39.7%.
Education
25.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 25% 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 75.2%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Log Cabin, 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 Log Cabin, Texas?
Log Cabin, Texas has a population of 998 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Log Cabin, TX?
The median household income in Log Cabin is $53,438, which is 34% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Log Cabin, TX?
The poverty rate in Log Cabin is 9.7%. This means approximately 97 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Log Cabin, Texas?
Log Cabin's population is 89.1% White, 0.0% Black, 2.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Log Cabin, TX?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Log Cabin — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Log Cabin, Texas?
25.2% of adults (25+) in Log Cabin hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 3.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.