Porter Heights, Texas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Porter Heights, Texas had a total population of 987, the 1024th largest community in Texas, with a median household income of $87,804, which is 12% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 6.6%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Porter Heights Quick Facts
How Porter Heights 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 | 1,063 | 987 | -7.1% |
| Median household income | $87,361 | $87,804 | +0.5% |
| Median home value | $195,600 | $267,800 | +36.9% |
How Porter Heights 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+)
Porter Heights Rankings in Texas
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Other Cities in Montgomery County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Conroe | 102,360 | $76,206 | 11.2% | $309,600 |
| Cleveland | 8,984 | $54,519 | 19.1% | $174,400 |
| Willis | 6,878 | $68,632 | 11.1% | $124,300 |
| Pinehurst | 4,266 | $61,832 | 6.0% | $271,600 |
| Magnolia | 4,068 | $78,605 | 5.0% | $322,800 |
| Shenandoah | 3,705 | $61,833 | 10.9% | $395,200 |
| Oak Ridge North | 3,034 | $109,167 | 5.9% | $302,900 |
| Panorama Village | 2,525 | $77,411 | 12.5% | $291,100 |
| Montgomery | 2,489 | $72,917 | 9.6% | $363,200 |
| Deerwood | 2,366 | $61,436 | 8.8% | $69,000 |
Cities Similar to Porter Heights
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lakeshore Gardens-Hidden Acres | 970 | N/A | $208,300 | 2.2% | 12.1% |
| Tuscola | 990 | $84,931 | $191,000 | 32.1% | 7.0% |
| Crawford | 1,020 | $88,458 | $238,600 | 27.6% | 4.6% |
| Beaver Creek | 958 | $90,252 | $96,900 | 7.2% | 0.8% |
| Camp Wood | 939 | N/A | $77,500 | 5.5% | 16.5% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 987, Porter Heights'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
Porter Heights is a small community located in Texas, within Montgomery County. The total population is 987. It ranks as the 1024th most populous out of 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Porter Heights is 32.8 years. This is 8% lower than the state median of 35.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Porter Heights is $87,804. This is 12% higher than the state median of $78,476. It is also 9% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 6.6%. This is 52% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 7.7%. This is 46% higher than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $267,800. Housing costs are 6% lower than the state median of $283,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.0x. 73.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 17% higher than the state average of 62.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Porter Heights is White (non-Hispanic), making up 68.9% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 20.6%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (68.9% vs 39.1%). The Black or African American population (0.8%) is well below the state average of 11.9%.
Education
11.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 65% 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 80.7%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Porter Heights, 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 Porter Heights, Texas?
Porter Heights, Texas has a population of 987 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Porter Heights, TX?
The median household income in Porter Heights is $87,804, which is 9% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Porter Heights, TX?
The poverty rate in Porter Heights is 6.6%. This means approximately 65 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Porter Heights, Texas?
Porter Heights's population is 68.9% White, 0.8% Black, 20.6% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Porter Heights, TX?
The median home value in Porter Heights is $267,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.0x.
How educated is Porter Heights, Texas?
11.7% of adults (25+) in Porter Heights hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 1.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.