Louise, Texas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Louise, Texas had a total population of 890, the 1064th largest community in Texas, with a median household income of $63,750, which is 19% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 20.5%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 6.3% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.9x.
Louise Quick Facts
How Louise 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 | 706 | 890 | +26.1% |
| Median home value | $107,000 | $122,700 | +14.7% |
How Louise 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+)
Louise Rankings in Texas
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Other Cities in Wharton County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| El Campo | 12,202 | $67,017 | 21.0% | $201,400 |
| Wharton | 8,724 | $58,212 | 11.9% | $149,400 |
| East Bernard | 3,053 | $97,961 | 5.2% | $341,500 |
| Boling | 374 | $84,545 | 11.5% | $169,900 |
| Hungerford | 171 | N/A | 14.6% | N/A |
| Iago | 49 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Louise
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Chapel Hill | 891 | $63,672 | $186,400 | 13.5% | 11.8% |
| Olmito | 887 | N/A | N/A | 11.2% | 67.3% |
| Fort Davis | 879 | N/A | $256,000 | 31.2% | 41.4% |
| Amherst | 902 | $63,611 | $35,500 | 10.8% | 47.9% |
| Cross Timber | 875 | N/A | N/A | 30.1% | 34.3% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 890, Louise'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
Louise is a small community located in Texas, within Wharton County. The total population is 890. It ranks as the 1064th most populous out of 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Louise is 27.1 years. This is 24% lower than the state median of 35.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Louise is $63,750. This is 19% lower than the state median of $78,476. It is also 21% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 20.5%. This is 49% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The survey records no unemployed residents in Louise, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $122,700. Housing costs are 57% lower than the state median of $283,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.9x, Louise is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 68.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 10% higher than the state average of 62.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Louise is White (non-Hispanic), making up 60.8% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 28.1%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (60.8% vs 39.1%).
Education
6.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 81% 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 67.5%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Louise, 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 Louise, Texas?
Louise, Texas has a population of 890 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Louise, TX?
The median household income in Louise is $63,750, which is 21% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Louise, TX?
The poverty rate in Louise is 20.5%. This means approximately 166 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Louise, Texas?
Louise's population is 60.8% White, 11.1% Black, 28.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Louise, TX?
The median home value in Louise is $122,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.9x.
How educated is Louise, Texas?
6.3% of adults (25+) in Louise hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.