Madisonville, Texas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Madisonville, Texas had a total population of 4,552, the 451st largest city in Texas, with a median household income of $67,175, which is 14% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 13.5%.
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 1.8x.
- Unemployment rate of 8.7% is notably above the national average.
Madisonville Quick Facts
How Madisonville 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 | 4,510 | 4,552 | +0.9% |
| Median household income | $55,634 | $67,175 | +20.7% |
| Median home value | $109,500 | $121,300 | +10.8% |
How Madisonville 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 diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.
State average: 67 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Madisonville Rankings in Texas
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Other Cities in Madison County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Midway | 257 | $62,083 | 6.2% | $108,300 |
Cities Similar to Madisonville
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Boston | 4,571 | $63,937 | $111,500 | 25.3% | 18.5% |
| Cedar Creek | 4,440 | $73,864 | $279,400 | 16.8% | 14.2% |
| Crosby | 4,617 | $59,241 | $226,700 | 10.9% | 36.8% |
| Caldwell | 4,394 | $61,266 | $220,800 | 19.3% | 21.2% |
| Pinehurst | 4,266 | $61,832 | $271,600 | 23.6% | 6.0% |
Population Overview
Madisonville is a small community located in Texas, within Madison County. The total population is 4,552. It ranks as the 451st most populous out of 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Madisonville is 40.0 years. This is 12% higher than the state median of 35.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Madisonville is $67,175. This is 14% lower than the state median of $78,476. It is also 17% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 13.5%. This is 2% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 8.7%. This is 64% higher than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $121,300. Housing costs are 57% lower than the state median of $283,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.8x, Madisonville is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 69.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 11% higher than the state average of 62.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
Madisonville is a highly diverse community where no single racial or ethnic group constitutes a majority of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 31.5%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (24.3% vs 11.9%).
Education
22.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 34% 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 79.3%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Madisonville, 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 Madisonville, Texas?
Madisonville, Texas has a population of 4,552 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Madisonville, TX?
The median household income in Madisonville is $67,175, which is 17% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Madisonville, TX?
The poverty rate in Madisonville is 13.5%. This means approximately 596 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Madisonville, Texas?
Madisonville's population is 42.7% White, 24.3% Black, 31.5% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Madisonville, TX?
The median home value in Madisonville is $121,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.8x.
How educated is Madisonville, Texas?
22.5% of adults (25+) in Madisonville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.