Newcastle, Texas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Newcastle, Texas had a total population of 716, the 1140th largest city in Texas, with a median household income of $58,333, which is 26% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 10.3%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 0.8x.
Newcastle Quick Facts
How Newcastle 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 | 614 | 716 | +16.6% |
| Median household income | $63,750 | $58,333 | -8.5% |
| Median home value | $40,500 | $49,400 | +22.0% |
How Newcastle 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+)
Newcastle Rankings in Texas
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Other Cities in Young County
Cities Similar to Newcastle
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leakey | 721 | N/A | $95,600 | 24.3% | 24.1% |
| Cumby | 720 | $58,846 | $118,800 | 16.4% | 17.2% |
| Westminster | 738 | N/A | $486,400 | 24.9% | 1.2% |
| Riverside | 740 | N/A | $165,600 | 24.1% | 15.0% |
| Wickett | 699 | $57,109 | $84,700 | 8.4% | 4.2% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 716, Newcastle'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
Newcastle is a small community located in Texas, within Young County. The total population is 716. It ranks as the 1140th most populous out of 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Newcastle is 37.4 years. This is 5% higher than the state median of 35.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Newcastle is $58,333. This is 26% lower than the state median of $78,476. It is also 28% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 10.3%. This is 25% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 3.5%. This is 34% lower than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $49,400. Housing costs are 83% lower than the state median of $283,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 0.8x, Newcastle is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 71.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 15% higher than the state average of 62.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
Newcastle has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 85.1% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 8.0%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (85.1% vs 39.1%). The Hispanic or Latino population (8.0%) is well below the state average of 39.7%.
Education
13.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 61% 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 78.9%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Newcastle, 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 Newcastle, Texas?
Newcastle, Texas has a population of 716 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Newcastle, TX?
The median household income in Newcastle is $58,333, which is 28% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Newcastle, TX?
The poverty rate in Newcastle is 10.3%. This means approximately 74 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Newcastle, Texas?
Newcastle's population is 85.1% White, 0.0% Black, 8.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Newcastle, TX?
The median home value in Newcastle is $49,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 0.8x.
How educated is Newcastle, Texas?
13.3% of adults (25+) in Newcastle hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 2.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.