May, Texas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, May, Texas had a total population of 204, the 1551st largest community in Texas, with a median household income of $90,625, which is 15% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 7.8%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
May Quick Facts
How May 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 | 151 | 204 | +35.1% |
| Median household income | $64,000 | $90,625 | +41.6% |
How May 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+)
May Rankings in Texas
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Other Cities in Brown County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brownwood | 18,777 | $48,981 | 20.9% | $144,400 |
| Early | 3,143 | $67,346 | 10.5% | $179,800 |
| Bangs | 1,633 | $48,098 | 13.0% | $111,600 |
| Lake Brownwood | 1,544 | $70,000 | 12.2% | $130,700 |
| Thunderbird Bay | 702 | $48,350 | 16.4% | $65,700 |
| Blanket | 434 | $40,750 | 35.7% | $76,800 |
| Zephyr | 244 | $47,917 | 3.7% | $139,100 |
Cities Similar to May
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fronton | 205 | N/A | N/A | 27.3% | 71.2% |
| Barstow | 198 | N/A | $180,800 | 1.6% | 4.0% |
| Iglesia Antigua | 211 | N/A | $54,300 | 0.0% | 58.8% |
| Westdale | 212 | N/A | $329,500 | 31.3% | 24.5% |
| Damon | 196 | N/A | $92,500 | 0.0% | 64.3% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 204, May'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
May is a small community located in Texas, within Brown County. The total population is 204. It ranks as the 1551st most populous out of 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas.
Age Demographics
The median age in May is 33.9 years. This is 5% lower than the state median of 35.6 years. 10.3% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in May is $90,625. This is 15% higher than the state median of $78,476. It is also 12% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 7.8%. This is 43% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 3.9%. This is 27% lower than the state rate of 5.3%. 67.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 8% higher than the state average of 62.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
May has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 92.2% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 5.4%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (92.2% vs 39.1%). The Hispanic or Latino population (5.4%) is well below the state average of 39.7%.
Education
30.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 11% lower than the state rate of 33.8%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. No surveyed resident aged 25 or older reported leaving school before earning a high school diploma, though a rate of exactly 100% reflects the limits of a small sample.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for May, 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 May, Texas?
May, Texas has a population of 204 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in May, TX?
The median household income in May is $90,625, which is 12% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in May, TX?
The poverty rate in May is 7.8%. This means approximately 16 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of May, Texas?
May's population is 92.2% White, 0.0% Black, 5.4% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in May, TX?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for May — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is May, Texas?
30.2% of adults (25+) in May hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 10.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.