Morton, Texas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Morton, Texas had a total population of 1,513, the 850th largest city in Texas, with a median household income of $38,438, which is 51% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 26.7%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 51% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (26.7%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Only 5.5% 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 1.1x.
Morton Quick Facts
How Morton 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 | 1,510 | 1,513 | +0.2% |
| Median household income | $40,517 | $38,438 | -5.1% |
| Median home value | $45,500 | $42,600 | -6.4% |
How Morton 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
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 67 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Morton Rankings in Texas
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Other Cities in Cochran County
Cities Similar to Morton
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lone Star | 1,543 | $38,646 | $137,500 | 13.3% | 28.0% |
| Lasara | 1,467 | N/A | $57,700 | 24.9% | 16.5% |
| Grapeland | 1,595 | $39,643 | $121,100 | 10.3% | 13.1% |
| Siesta Acres | 1,573 | $35,341 | $136,000 | 3.7% | 20.7% |
| Elmo | 1,379 | N/A | $199,200 | 8.2% | 0.5% |
Population Overview
Morton is a small community located in Texas, within Cochran County. The total population is 1,513. It ranks as the 850th most populous out of 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Morton is 37.4 years. This is 5% higher than the state median of 35.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Morton is $38,438. This is 51% lower than the state median of $78,476. It is also 52% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 26.7%. This is 94% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The unemployment rate is 5.3%. This is 1% higher than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $42,600. Housing costs are 85% lower than the state median of $283,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.1x, Morton is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 62.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Morton is Hispanic or Latino, making up 71.2% of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 25.1%. The Black or African American population (2.5%) is well below the state average of 11.9%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (71.2% vs 39.7%).
Education
5.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 84% 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 64.7%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Morton, 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 Morton, Texas?
Morton, Texas has a population of 1,513 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Morton, TX?
The median household income in Morton is $38,438, which is 52% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Morton, TX?
The poverty rate in Morton is 26.7%. This means approximately 395 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Morton, Texas?
Morton's population is 25.1% White, 2.5% Black, 71.2% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Morton, TX?
The median home value in Morton is $42,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.1x.
How educated is Morton, Texas?
5.5% of adults (25+) in Morton hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.