Olton, Texas Demographics & Population 2026
Demographic data: ACS 2020–2024 five-year estimates. Sources and methodology
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Olton, Texas had a total population of 1,552, the 842nd largest city in Texas, with a median household income of $46,029, which is 41% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 18.4%.
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 41% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
- Only 7.6% 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.
Olton Quick Facts
How Olton Changed
Change from the non-overlapping 2015–2019 ACS period to 2020–2024. Earlier dollar figures are adjusted to 2024 dollars; changes marked “no clear change” are within the combined 90% margins of error.
| Metric | 2015–2019 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 2,013 | 1,552 | -22.9% |
| Median household income | $54,245 | $46,029 | No clear change (-15.1%) |
| Median home value¹ | $76,304 | $50,800 | No clear change (-33.4%) |
| Median gross rent | $780 | $1,045 | +33.9% |
How Olton Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
- White: 21.3%
- Black: 1.7%
- Hispanic: 76.7%
- Asian: 0.0%
- Other: 0.0%
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+)
- < High School: 28.1%
- HS Diploma: 42.9%
- Some College: 13.3%
- Associate's: 8.0%
- Bachelor's: 3.5%
- Graduate+: 4.1%
Olton Rankings in Texas
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Other Cities in Lamb County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Littlefield | 5,822 | $60,636 | 14.7% | $79,400 |
| Sudan | 1,154 | $70,625 | 7.9% | $100,400 |
| Earth | 925 | $47,574 | 14.4% | $78,300 |
| Amherst | 902 | $63,611 | 47.9% | $35,500 |
| Springlake | 98 | N/A | 8.2% | $23,200 |
| Spade | 33 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Olton
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beverly Hills | 1,590 | $47,313 | $156,700 | 13.4% | 13.5% |
| Lasara | 1,467 | N/A | $57,700 | 24.9% | 16.5% |
| Quinlan | 1,618 | $44,563 | $193,800 | 14.5% | 10.0% |
| Westwood Shores | 1,466 | $46,198 | $165,900 | 23.8% | 2.9% |
| Benavides | 1,470 | $45,216 | $70,600 | 10.4% | 21.9% |
Population Overview
Olton is a small community located in Texas, within Lamb County. The total population is 1,552. It ranks as the 842nd most populous out of 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Olton is 43.9 years. This is 23% higher than the state median of 35.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Olton is $46,029. This is 41% lower than the state median of $78,476. It is also 43% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 18.4%. This is 34% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Olton, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $50,800. Housing costs are 82% lower than the state median of $283,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.1x, Olton is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 66.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 7% higher than the state average of 62.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Olton is Hispanic or Latino, making up 76.7% of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 21.3%. The Black or African American population (1.7%) is well below the state average of 11.9%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (76.7% vs 39.7%).
Education
7.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 77% 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 71.9%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Olton, 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 Olton, Texas?
Olton, Texas has a population of 1,552 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Olton, TX?
The median household income in Olton is $46,029, which is 43% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Olton, TX?
The poverty rate in Olton is 18.4%. This means approximately 268 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Olton, Texas?
Olton's population is 21.3% White, 1.7% Black, 76.7% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Olton, TX?
The median home value in Olton is $50,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.1x.
How educated is Olton, Texas?
7.6% of adults (25+) in Olton hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 4.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.