McCamey, Texas Demographics & Population 2026
Demographic data: ACS 2020–2024 five-year estimates. Sources and methodology
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, McCamey, Texas had a total population of 1,643, the 817th largest city in Texas, with a median household income of $43,203, which is 45% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 17.1%.
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 45% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
- Only 2.4% 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 2.2x.
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 1.2%.
McCamey Quick Facts
How McCamey Changed
Change from the non-overlapping 2015–2019 ACS period to 2020–2024. Earlier dollar figures are adjusted to 2024 dollars; changes marked “no clear change” are within the combined 90% margins of error.
| Metric | 2015–2019 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 2,137 | 1,643 | -23.1% |
| Median household income | $54,470 | $43,203 | No clear change (-20.7%) |
| Median home value¹ | $77,904 | $96,000 | +23.2% |
| Median gross rent | $954 | $1,176 | No clear change (+23.3%) |
How McCamey Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
- White: 32.7%
- Black: 1.6%
- Hispanic: 64.1%
- Asian: 0.0%
- Other: 0.0%
Diversity Index
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 67 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
- < High School: 18.0%
- HS Diploma: 65.4%
- Some College: 9.4%
- Associate's: 4.7%
- Bachelor's: 1.6%
- Graduate+: 0.8%
McCamey Rankings in Texas
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Other Cities in Upton County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rankin | 1,087 | $71,596 | 19.3% | $127,000 |
Cities Similar to McCamey
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Goliad | 1,651 | $42,266 | $184,200 | 18.1% | 26.4% |
| Buffalo | 1,652 | $45,202 | $73,500 | 8.4% | 18.4% |
| Quinlan | 1,618 | $44,563 | $193,800 | 14.5% | 10.0% |
| Wallis | 1,701 | $43,102 | $157,200 | 8.1% | 25.9% |
| West Sharyland | 1,664 | $46,863 | $98,300 | 14.1% | 12.3% |
Population Overview
McCamey is a small community located in Texas, within Upton County. The total population is 1,643. It ranks as the 817th most populous out of 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas.
Age Demographics
The median age in McCamey is 40.1 years. This is 13% higher than the state median of 35.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in McCamey is $43,203. This is 45% lower than the state median of $78,476. It is also 46% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 17.1%. This is 24% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 1.2%. This is 77% lower than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $96,000. Housing costs are 66% lower than the state median of $283,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.2x, McCamey is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 73.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 18% higher than the state average of 62.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in McCamey is Hispanic or Latino, making up 64.1% of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 32.7%. The Black or African American population (1.6%) is well below the state average of 11.9%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (64.1% vs 39.7%).
Education
2.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. This is 93% 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 82.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for McCamey, 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 McCamey, Texas?
McCamey, Texas has a population of 1,643 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in McCamey, TX?
The median household income in McCamey is $43,203, which is 46% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in McCamey, TX?
The poverty rate in McCamey is 17.1%. This means approximately 274 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of McCamey, Texas?
McCamey's population is 32.7% White, 1.6% Black, 64.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in McCamey, TX?
The median home value in McCamey is $96,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.2x.
How educated is McCamey, Texas?
2.4% of adults (25+) in McCamey hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.