Oakhurst, Texas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Oakhurst, Texas had a total population of 266, the 1489th largest community in Texas. The poverty rate is 30.1%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (30.1%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- 57.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — top 10% in Texas.
Oakhurst Quick Facts
How Oakhurst 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 | 338 | 266 | -21.3% |
How Oakhurst 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+)
Oakhurst Rankings in Texas
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Other Cities in San Jacinto County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shepherd | 2,189 | $53,750 | 16.7% | $157,300 |
| Coldspring | 1,274 | $43,851 | 27.0% | $216,800 |
| Point Blank | 837 | $69,583 | 12.2% | $191,400 |
| Cape Royale | 574 | $74,830 | 0.0% | $316,700 |
Cities Similar to Oakhurst
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Benjamin | 266 | $52,708 | $62,900 | 12.1% | 4.0% |
| Coffee City | 266 | $55,625 | $237,000 | 20.9% | 7.1% |
| New Home | 267 | $55,625 | $237,500 | 31.9% | 23.2% |
| Palisades | 265 | $73,750 | $267,200 | 16.8% | 7.2% |
| Praesel | 265 | N/A | $273,100 | 13.2% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 266, Oakhurst'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
Oakhurst is a small community located in Texas, within San Jacinto County. The total population is 266. It ranks as the 1489th most populous out of 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Oakhurst is 42.2 years. This is 19% higher than the state median of 35.6 years. Only 10.5% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children. 18.1% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 30.1%. This is 118% 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 survey records no unemployed residents in Oakhurst, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 36.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 41% lower than the state average of 62.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Oakhurst was recorded as White (non-Hispanic). A figure of exactly 100.0% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
Education
57.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This places Oakhurst in the top 10% of all cities in the state for educational attainment. This is 69% 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 83.6%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Oakhurst, 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 Oakhurst, Texas?
Oakhurst, Texas has a population of 266 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Oakhurst, TX?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Oakhurst — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Oakhurst, TX?
The poverty rate in Oakhurst is 30.1%. This means approximately 80 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Oakhurst, Texas?
Oakhurst's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Oakhurst, TX?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Oakhurst — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Oakhurst, Texas?
57.1% of adults (25+) in Oakhurst hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 14.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.