Mesquite (Dallas County), Texas Demographics & Population 2026
Demographic data: ACS 2020–2024 five-year estimates. Sources and methodology
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Mesquite (Dallas County), Texas had a total population of 149,299, the 22nd largest city in Texas, with a median household income of $72,537, which is 8% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 13.4%.
Mesquite (Dallas County) Quick Facts
How Mesquite (Dallas County) 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 | 143,456 | 149,299 | +4.1% |
| Median household income | $71,164 | $72,537 | No clear change (+1.9%) |
| Median home value¹ | $175,991 | $245,700 | +39.6% |
| Median gross rent | $1,359 | $1,513 | +11.4% |
How Mesquite (Dallas County) 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: 22.5%
- Black: 26.9%
- Hispanic: 44.0%
- Asian: 3.0%
- Other: 0.2%
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+)
- < High School: 19.0%
- HS Diploma: 30.2%
- Some College: 23.6%
- Associate's: 7.6%
- Bachelor's: 13.0%
- Graduate+: 6.6%
Mesquite (Dallas County) Rankings in Texas
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Other Cities in Dallas County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas | 1,307,930 | $70,518 | 16.7% | $320,700 |
| Irving | 256,492 | $81,830 | 11.0% | $315,600 |
| Garland | 246,844 | $76,320 | 13.0% | $270,800 |
| Grand Prairie | 201,883 | $81,619 | 12.0% | $295,500 |
| Carrollton | 133,740 | $101,396 | 7.1% | $381,000 |
| Lewisville | 131,080 | $89,233 | 7.8% | $378,500 |
| Richardson | 118,731 | $98,111 | 9.7% | $431,400 |
| Rowlett | 65,463 | $112,081 | 6.1% | $368,800 |
| Wylie | 60,334 | $119,522 | 5.6% | $387,000 |
| DeSoto | 56,211 | $82,782 | 7.6% | $319,400 |
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Population Overview
Mesquite (Dallas County) is a major urban center located in Texas, within Dallas County. The total population is 149,299. It ranks as the 22nd most populous out of 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Mesquite (Dallas County) is 32.9 years. This is 8% lower than the state median of 35.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Mesquite (Dallas County) is $72,537. This is 8% lower than the state median of $78,476. It is also 10% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 13.4%. This is 3% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 5.4%. This is 2% higher than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $245,700. Housing costs are 13% lower than the state median of $283,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.4x. 62.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied.
Race & Ethnicity
Mesquite (Dallas County) is a highly diverse community where no single racial or ethnic group constitutes a majority of the population. Black or African American residents account for 26.9%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (26.9% vs 11.9%).
Education
19.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 42% 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 81.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Mesquite (Dallas County), 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 Mesquite (Dallas County), Texas?
Mesquite (Dallas County), Texas has a population of 149,299 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Mesquite (Dallas County), TX?
The median household income in Mesquite (Dallas County) is $72,537, which is 10% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Mesquite (Dallas County), TX?
The poverty rate in Mesquite (Dallas County) is 13.4%. This means approximately 19,814 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Mesquite (Dallas County), Texas?
Mesquite (Dallas County)'s population is 22.5% White, 26.9% Black, 44.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 3.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Mesquite (Dallas County), TX?
The median home value in Mesquite (Dallas County) is $245,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.4x.
How educated is Mesquite (Dallas County), Texas?
19.6% of adults (25+) in Mesquite (Dallas County) hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 6.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.