O'Donnell, Texas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, O'Donnell, Texas had a total population of 533, the 1254th largest city in Texas, with a median household income of $59,286, which is 24% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 10.9%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 5.7% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.1x.
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 1.5%.
O'Donnell Quick Facts
How O'Donnell 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 | 524 | 533 | +1.7% |
| Median household income | $50,875 | $59,286 | +16.5% |
| Median home value | $57,900 | $67,600 | +16.8% |
How O'Donnell 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
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 67 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
O'Donnell Rankings in Texas
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Other Cities in Dawson County
Cities Similar to O'Donnell
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lyons | 528 | N/A | $210,400 | 59.4% | 0.0% |
| Placedo | 539 | N/A | $45,900 | 0.0% | 24.1% |
| Sandy Hollow-Escondidas | 539 | N/A | N/A | 36.0% | 82.2% |
| Leary | 540 | $58,750 | $153,800 | 12.3% | 16.5% |
| McLeod | 520 | N/A | N/A | 18.4% | 53.6% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 533, O'Donnell'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'Donnell is a small community located in Texas, within Dawson County. The total population is 533. It ranks as the 1254th most populous out of 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas.
Age Demographics
The median age in O'Donnell is 46.8 years. This is 31% higher than the state median of 35.6 years. 20.3% 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 O'Donnell is $59,286. This is 24% lower than the state median of $78,476. It is also 27% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 10.9%. This is 21% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 1.5%. This is 72% lower than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $67,600. Housing costs are 76% lower than the state median of $283,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.1x, O'Donnell is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 81.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 30% higher than the state average of 62.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in O'Donnell is Hispanic or Latino, making up 56.5% of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 43.5%.
Education
5.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 83% 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 76.3%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for O'Donnell, 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'Donnell, Texas?
O'Donnell, Texas has a population of 533 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in O'Donnell, TX?
The median household income in O'Donnell is $59,286, which is 27% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in O'Donnell, TX?
The poverty rate in O'Donnell is 10.9%. This means approximately 58 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of O'Donnell, Texas?
O'Donnell's population is 43.5% White, 0.0% Black, 56.5% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in O'Donnell, TX?
The median home value in O'Donnell is $67,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.1x.
How educated is O'Donnell, Texas?
5.7% of adults (25+) in O'Donnell hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.