O'Brien, Texas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, O'Brien, Texas had a total population of 130, the 1630th largest city in Texas. The poverty rate is 72.3%.
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 (72.3%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Only 8.3% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Unemployment rate of 51.0% is notably above the national average.
O'Brien Quick Facts
How O'Brien 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 | 108 | 130 | +20.4% |
| Median home value | $45,600 | $33,300 | -27.0% |
How O'Brien Compares
Median Household Income
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Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
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Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
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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+)
O'Brien Rankings in Texas
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Other Cities in Haskell County
Cities Similar to O'Brien
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bledsoe | 130 | $27,375 | N/A | 0.0% | 61.5% |
| Fluvanna | 130 | $67,115 | $51,200 | 5.4% | 0.0% |
| Loma Vista | 130 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Sanford | 130 | $28,438 | $40,600 | 0.0% | 56.1% |
| Goree | 131 | $53,333 | N/A | 9.7% | 16.8% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 130, O'Brien'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
O'Brien is a small community located in Texas, within Haskell County. The total population is 130. It ranks as the 1630th most populous out of 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas.
Age Demographics
The median age in O'Brien is 24.3 years. This is 32% lower than the state median of 35.6 years. With 28.5% of the population under 18, O'Brien has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 72.3%. This is 424% 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 51.0%. This is 867% higher than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $33,300. Housing costs are 88% lower than the state median of $283,800. 80.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 28% higher than the state average of 62.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in O'Brien is Hispanic or Latino, making up 82.3% of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 17.7%. The White (non-Hispanic) population (17.7%) is well below the state average of 39.1%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (82.3% vs 39.7%).
Education
8.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 75% 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 35.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for O'Brien, 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 O'Brien, Texas?
O'Brien, Texas has a population of 130 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in O'Brien, TX?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for O'Brien — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in O'Brien, TX?
The poverty rate in O'Brien is 72.3%. This means approximately 94 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of O'Brien, Texas?
O'Brien's population is 17.7% White, 0.0% Black, 82.3% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in O'Brien, TX?
The median home value in O'Brien is $33,300.
How educated is O'Brien, Texas?
8.3% of adults (25+) in O'Brien hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.