Matador, Texas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Matador, Texas had a total population of 745, the 1130th largest town in Texas, with a median household income of $69,500, which is 11% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 15.7%.
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 1.3x.
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 1.5%.
Matador Quick Facts
How Matador 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 | 727 | 745 | +2.5% |
| Median household income | $73,417 | $69,500 | -5.3% |
| Median home value | $86,300 | $87,600 | +1.5% |
How Matador 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+)
Matador Rankings in Texas
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Other Cities in Motley County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Roaring Springs | 247 | $39,423 | 11.3% | $52,500 |
Cities Similar to Matador
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Riverside | 740 | N/A | $165,600 | 24.1% | 15.0% |
| Westminster | 738 | N/A | $486,400 | 24.9% | 1.2% |
| Coahoma | 749 | $68,828 | $172,700 | 19.7% | 7.7% |
| St. Paul | 769 | N/A | N/A | 6.8% | 21.2% |
| Leakey | 721 | N/A | $95,600 | 24.3% | 24.1% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 745, Matador'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
Matador is a small community located in Texas, within Motley County. The total population is 745. It ranks as the 1130th most populous out of 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Matador is 44.6 years. This is 25% higher than the state median of 35.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Matador is $69,500. This is 11% lower than the state median of $78,476. It is also 14% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 15.7%. This is 14% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 1.5%. This is 72% lower than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $87,600. Housing costs are 69% lower than the state median of $283,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.3x, Matador is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 72.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 16% higher than the state average of 62.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Matador is White (non-Hispanic), making up 78.5% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 9.1%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (78.5% vs 39.1%). The Hispanic or Latino population (9.1%) is well below the state average of 39.7%.
Education
16.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 52% 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 83.1%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Matador, 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 Matador, Texas?
Matador, Texas has a population of 745 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Matador, TX?
The median household income in Matador is $69,500, which is 14% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Matador, TX?
The poverty rate in Matador is 15.7%. This means approximately 117 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Matador, Texas?
Matador's population is 78.5% White, 8.5% Black, 9.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Matador, TX?
The median home value in Matador is $87,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.3x.
How educated is Matador, Texas?
16.4% of adults (25+) in Matador hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.