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North Richland Hills, Texas Demographics & Population 2026

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, North Richland Hills, Texas had a total population of 70,780, the 60th largest city in Texas, with a median household income of $97,305, which is 24% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 7.2%.

Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes

North Richland Hills Quick Facts

Population 70,780
Median Household Income $97,305
Median Home Value $360,700
Poverty Rate 7.2%
Unemployment Rate 3.3%
Median Age 39.6 years
Homeownership Rate 63.5%
Affordability Ratio 3.7x
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 37.3%
High School Graduation Rate 93.0%
Diversity Index 54/100
Population 70,780 60th of 1,795
Median Income $97,305 top 20%
Poverty Rate 7.2% 42% lower than national
Median Home Value $360,700 top 20%

How North Richland Hills Changed

Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.

Metric2019–20232020–2024Change
Population70,33870,780+0.6%
Median household income$93,434$97,305+4.1%
Median home value$324,800$360,700+11.1%

How North Richland Hills Compares

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 8.1%
$25K-$50K 12.7%
$50K-$100K 30.9%
$100K+ 48.4%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
2.9%
$10K-$15K
1.4%
$15K-$20K
0.9%
$20K-$25K
2.9%
$25K-$30K
3.1%
$30K-$35K
2.3%
$35K-$40K
3.0%
$40K-$45K
1.8%
$45K-$50K
2.5%
$50K-$60K
6.1%
$60K-$75K
10.6%
$75K-$100K
14.2%
$100K-$125K
12.3%
$125K-$150K
9.5%
$150K-$200K
11.4%
$200K+
15.2%

Employment

3.3% Unemployment Rate State: 5.3%|National: 5.2%
67.9% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 63.5%
Renter 36.5%
Affordability Index Affordable
3.7x home value to income ratio
Median gross rent $1,704/mo 21.0% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

54out of 100
Moderate Diversity

Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.

State average: 67 | National average: 61

Education

North Richland Hills Rankings in Texas

#60 Population of 1,795
#291 Median Income of 1,546
#281 Education of 1,795
#214 Home Value of 1,542

Other Cities in Tarrant County

CityPopulationMedian IncomePovertyHome Value
Fort Worth 963,194 $79,507 13.1% $303,000
Arlington 397,742 $75,171 12.9% $304,700
Flower Mound 78,389 $161,235 4.3% $560,200
Mansfield 77,510 $121,126 5.8% $410,700
Euless 60,421 $82,167 7.8% $318,800
Burleson 52,918 $93,928 7.1% $308,200
Bedford 49,085 $83,971 7.3% $350,700
Keller 45,976 $174,950 3.4% $594,300
Haltom City 45,767 $59,057 15.1% $218,800
Hurst 39,861 $72,210 10.6% $315,200

Cities Similar to North Richland Hills

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

CityPopulationMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+Poverty
Spring68,580$88,997$231,50025.6%10.4%
Missouri City76,558$94,390$311,40041.8%7.1%
Rowlett65,463$112,081$368,80037.9%6.1%
Pflugerville65,971$117,799$402,40043.0%6.1%
Mansfield77,510$121,126$410,70042.5%5.8%

Population Overview

North Richland Hills is a mid-sized community located in Texas, within Tarrant County. The total population is 70,780. It ranks as the 60th most populous out of 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas.

Age Demographics

The median age in North Richland Hills is 39.6 years. This is 11% higher than the state median of 35.6 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in North Richland Hills is $97,305. This is 24% higher than the state median of $78,476. It is also 21% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 7.2%. This is 48% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 3.3%. This is 38% lower than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $360,700. Housing costs are 27% higher than the state median of $283,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.7x. 63.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 1% higher than the state average of 62.6%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in North Richland Hills is White (non-Hispanic), making up 64.1% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 21.1%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (64.1% vs 39.1%).

Education

37.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 10% 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 93.0%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for North Richland Hills, 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 North Richland Hills, Texas?

North Richland Hills, Texas has a population of 70,780 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in North Richland Hills, TX?

The median household income in North Richland Hills is $97,305, which is 21% higher than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in North Richland Hills, TX?

The poverty rate in North Richland Hills is 7.2%. This means approximately 5,036 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of North Richland Hills, Texas?

North Richland Hills's population is 64.1% White, 7.6% Black, 21.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 3.5% Asian.

What is the median home value in North Richland Hills, TX?

The median home value in North Richland Hills is $360,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.7x.

How educated is North Richland Hills, Texas?

37.3% of adults (25+) in North Richland Hills hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 11.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.