Overton, Texas Demographics & Population 2026
Demographic data: ACS 2020–2024 five-year estimates. Sources and methodology
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Overton, Texas had a total population of 2,444, the 663rd largest city in Texas, with a median household income of $52,279, which is 33% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 17.0%.
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 33% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.2x.
Overton Quick Facts
How Overton 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 | 2,896 | 2,444 | No clear change (-15.6%) |
| Median household income | $57,512 | $52,279 | No clear change (-9.1%) |
| Median home value¹ | $108,056 | $115,300 | No clear change (+6.7%) |
| Median gross rent | $961 | $783 | No clear change (-18.5%) |
How Overton 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: 56.5%
- Black: 13.5%
- Hispanic: 20.1%
- Asian: 0.0%
- Other: 0.0%
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+)
- < High School: 14.0%
- HS Diploma: 31.1%
- Some College: 32.7%
- Associate's: 5.6%
- Bachelor's: 14.3%
- Graduate+: 2.3%
Overton Rankings in Texas
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Other Cities in Smith County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tyler | 109,215 | $67,486 | 12.5% | $235,300 |
| Whitehouse | 9,122 | $99,458 | 10.9% | $253,800 |
| Lindale | 6,644 | $83,249 | 4.6% | $272,800 |
| Bullard | 4,346 | $118,860 | 6.2% | $247,100 |
| Hideaway | 3,301 | $109,712 | 2.7% | $335,100 |
| Troup | 2,338 | $53,457 | 26.3% | $159,400 |
| Arp | 1,111 | $72,500 | 9.8% | $106,100 |
| Winona | 1,025 | $56,417 | 13.3% | $153,300 |
| Emerald Bay | 970 | $98,068 | 2.3% | $351,000 |
| New Chapel Hill | 891 | $63,672 | 11.8% | $186,400 |
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Population Overview
Overton is a small community located in Texas, within Smith County. The total population is 2,444. It ranks as the 663rd most populous out of 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Overton is 32.5 years. This is 9% lower than the state median of 35.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Overton is $52,279. This is 33% lower than the state median of $78,476. It is also 35% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 17.0%. This is 23% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 6.0%. This is 13% higher than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $115,300. Housing costs are 59% lower than the state median of $283,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.2x, Overton is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 66.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 6% higher than the state average of 62.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Overton is White (non-Hispanic), making up 56.5% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 20.1%.
Education
16.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 51% 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 86.1%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Overton, 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 Overton, Texas?
Overton, Texas has a population of 2,444 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Overton, TX?
The median household income in Overton is $52,279, which is 35% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Overton, TX?
The poverty rate in Overton is 17.0%. This means approximately 401 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Overton, Texas?
Overton's population is 56.5% White, 13.5% Black, 20.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Overton, TX?
The median home value in Overton is $115,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.2x.
How educated is Overton, Texas?
16.7% of adults (25+) in Overton hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 2.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.