Nazareth, Texas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Nazareth, Texas had a total population of 273, the 1479th largest city in Texas, with a median household income of $110,625, which is 41% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 0.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 41% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in Texas.
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.2x.
- Unemployment rate of 8.4% is notably above the national average.
Nazareth Quick Facts
How Nazareth 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 | 262 | 273 | +4.2% |
| Median household income | $75,000 | $110,625 | +47.5% |
| Median home value | $208,600 | $245,500 | +17.7% |
How Nazareth 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+)
Nazareth Rankings in Texas
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Other Cities in Castro County
Cities Similar to Nazareth
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bluetown | 271 | N/A | $59,400 | 17.5% | 62.7% |
| Lueders | 271 | N/A | $33,500 | 4.5% | 19.9% |
| Marietta | 277 | N/A | $155,400 | 7.3% | 71.1% |
| Bruni | 278 | N/A | $137,500 | 21.8% | 11.2% |
| Washburn | 278 | N/A | $139,300 | 20.0% | 10.4% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 273, Nazareth'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
Nazareth is a small community located in Texas, within Castro County. The total population is 273. It ranks as the 1479th most populous out of 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Nazareth is 37.8 years. This is 6% higher than the state median of 35.6 years. With 32.6% of the population under 18, Nazareth has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community. 12.4% 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 Nazareth is $110,625. This is 41% higher than the state median of $78,476. It is also 37% higher than the national median of $80,734. The ACS records no residents below the poverty line in Nazareth. In a community this small the estimate rests on very few survey responses, so it should be read as an absence of measurement rather than a measured absence of poverty. The unemployment rate is 8.4%. This is 59% higher than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $245,500. Housing costs are 13% lower than the state median of $283,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.2x, Nazareth is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 100.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 60% higher than the state average of 62.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
Nazareth has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 94.9% of all residents. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (94.9% vs 39.1%).
Education
41.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 22% higher 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 98.4%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Nazareth, 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 Nazareth, Texas?
Nazareth, Texas has a population of 273 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Nazareth, TX?
The median household income in Nazareth is $110,625, which is 37% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Nazareth, TX?
The ACS sample for Nazareth recorded no residents below the federal poverty line. Because the community is small, this indicates that the survey did not capture poverty here rather than that no poverty exists — the estimate carries a wide margin of error.
What is the racial makeup of Nazareth, Texas?
Nazareth's population is 94.9% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Nazareth, TX?
The median home value in Nazareth is $245,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.2x.
How educated is Nazareth, Texas?
41.3% of adults (25+) in Nazareth hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 9.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.