Perrin, Texas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Perrin, Texas had a total population of 249, the 1509th largest community in Texas, with a median household income of $67,569, which is 14% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 16.9%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Perrin Quick Facts
How Perrin 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 | 271 | 249 | -8.1% |
| Median household income | $48,929 | $67,569 | +38.1% |
How Perrin Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
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Household Income Distribution
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Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
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+)
Perrin Rankings in Texas
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Other Cities in Jack County
Cities Similar to Perrin
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Port Mansfield | 245 | N/A | N/A | 52.8% | 10.9% |
| Leona | 244 | N/A | $187,900 | 43.6% | 2.1% |
| Reklaw | 255 | N/A | $163,400 | 31.2% | 13.3% |
| Gail | 243 | N/A | $108,800 | 30.9% | 12.3% |
| Rancho Viejo | 238 | N/A | N/A | 15.9% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 249, Perrin'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
Perrin is a small community located in Texas, within Jack County. The total population is 249. It ranks as the 1509th most populous out of 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Perrin is 22.9 years. This is 36% lower than the state median of 35.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Perrin is $67,569. This is 14% lower than the state median of $78,476. It is also 16% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 16.9%. This is 22% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Perrin, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 38.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 38% lower than the state average of 62.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Perrin is White (non-Hispanic), making up 79.9% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 20.1%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (79.9% vs 39.1%).
Education
13.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 61% 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 84.2%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Perrin, 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 Perrin, Texas?
Perrin, Texas has a population of 249 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Perrin, TX?
The median household income in Perrin is $67,569, which is 16% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Perrin, TX?
The poverty rate in Perrin is 16.9%. This means approximately 42 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Perrin, Texas?
Perrin's population is 79.9% White, 0.0% Black, 20.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Perrin, TX?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Perrin — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Perrin, Texas?
13.3% of adults (25+) in Perrin hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.