Lueders, Texas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Lueders, Texas had a total population of 271, the 1482nd largest city in Texas. The poverty rate is 19.9%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 4.5% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Unemployment rate of 22.9% is notably above the national average.
Lueders Quick Facts
How Lueders 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 | 286 | 271 | -5.2% |
| Median home value | $30,300 | $33,500 | +10.6% |
How Lueders 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+)
Lueders Rankings in Texas
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Other Cities in Jones County
Cities Similar to Lueders
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bluetown | 271 | N/A | $59,400 | 17.5% | 62.7% |
| Lingleville | 272 | $91,143 | $110,900 | 23.3% | 2.6% |
| Ravenna | 272 | $67,500 | $132,800 | 22.2% | 7.1% |
| Darrouzett | 270 | $67,500 | $88,000 | 27.0% | 13.3% |
| Kennard | 270 | $82,500 | $105,000 | 8.1% | 18.5% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 271, Lueders'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
Lueders is a small community located in Texas, within Jones County. The total population is 271. It ranks as the 1482nd most populous out of 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Lueders is 23.9 years. This is 33% lower than the state median of 35.6 years. With 39.1% of the population under 18, Lueders has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 19.9%. This is 45% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 22.9%. This is 335% higher than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $33,500. Housing costs are 88% lower than the state median of $283,800. 90.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 45% higher than the state average of 62.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Lueders is White (non-Hispanic), making up 72.3% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 10.0%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (72.3% vs 39.1%). The Hispanic or Latino population (10.0%) is well below the state average of 39.7%.
Education
4.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 87% 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 89.5%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Lueders, 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 Lueders, Texas?
Lueders, Texas has a population of 271 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Lueders, TX?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Lueders — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Lueders, TX?
The poverty rate in Lueders is 19.9%. This means approximately 54 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Lueders, Texas?
Lueders's population is 72.3% White, 0.0% Black, 10.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Lueders, TX?
The median home value in Lueders is $33,500.
How educated is Lueders, Texas?
4.5% of adults (25+) in Lueders hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.