Orange, Texas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Orange, Texas had a total population of 19,177, the 170th largest city in Texas, with a median household income of $62,891, which is 20% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 15.4%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Orange Quick Facts
How Orange 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 | 19,178 | 19,177 | -0.0% |
| Median household income | $60,183 | $62,891 | +4.5% |
| Median home value | $147,200 | $164,900 | +12.0% |
How Orange 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 diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.
State average: 67 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Orange Rankings in Texas
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Other Cities in Orange County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vidor | 9,708 | $62,192 | 10.7% | $131,400 |
| Bridge City | 9,640 | $88,958 | 8.3% | $202,800 |
| West Orange | 3,420 | $60,323 | 22.9% | $110,700 |
| Mauriceville | 2,945 | $64,167 | 13.6% | $179,600 |
| Pinehurst | 1,999 | $49,938 | 12.1% | $169,700 |
| Little Cypress | 1,963 | $91,199 | 13.4% | $183,900 |
| Forest Heights | 1,795 | $81,429 | 23.9% | $119,600 |
| Pine Forest | 519 | $98,068 | 6.4% | $155,600 |
| Rose City | 391 | $46,094 | 14.1% | $80,000 |
Cities Similar to Orange
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seagoville | 19,352 | $66,743 | $230,400 | 10.7% | 11.8% |
| Brenham | 18,641 | $65,112 | $241,100 | 32.5% | 18.9% |
| La Marque | 19,268 | $71,102 | $206,900 | 22.9% | 15.6% |
| Terrell | 20,366 | $65,842 | $218,500 | 15.8% | 15.9% |
| Alamo | 20,255 | $57,096 | $145,100 | 18.9% | 25.3% |
Population Overview
Orange is a small city located in Texas, within Orange County. The total population is 19,177. It ranks as the 170th most populous out of 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Orange is 35.3 years. This is about the same as the state median of 35.6 years. With 28.5% of the population under 18, Orange has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Orange is $62,891. This is 20% lower than the state median of $78,476. It is also 22% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 15.4%. This is 12% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 7.7%. This is 47% higher than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $164,900. Housing costs are 42% lower than the state median of $283,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.6x, Orange is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 59.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 6% lower than the state average of 62.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Orange is White (non-Hispanic), making up 55.4% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 27.3%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (27.3% vs 11.9%). The Hispanic or Latino population (9.2%) is well below the state average of 39.7%. The Asian population (0.7%) is well below the state average of 5.5%.
Education
18.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 45% 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 92.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Orange, 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 Orange, Texas?
Orange, Texas has a population of 19,177 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Orange, TX?
The median household income in Orange is $62,891, which is 22% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Orange, TX?
The poverty rate in Orange is 15.4%. This means approximately 2,902 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Orange, Texas?
Orange's population is 55.4% White, 27.3% Black, 9.2% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.7% Asian.
What is the median home value in Orange, TX?
The median home value in Orange is $164,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.6x.
How educated is Orange, Texas?
18.6% of adults (25+) in Orange hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 7.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.