Poynor, Texas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Poynor, Texas had a total population of 467, the 1293rd largest town in Texas, with a median household income of $86,750, which is 11% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 11.6%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.1x.
Poynor Quick Facts
How Poynor 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 | 377 | 467 | +23.9% |
| Median household income | $69,167 | $86,750 | +25.4% |
| Median home value | $186,000 | $179,700 | -3.4% |
How Poynor 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 less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 67 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Poynor Rankings in Texas
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Other Cities in Henderson County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Athens | 13,200 | $67,984 | 12.7% | $210,800 |
| Gun Barrel City | 6,570 | $71,310 | 16.2% | $237,300 |
| Chandler | 3,518 | $49,573 | 14.0% | $246,300 |
| Tool | 2,367 | $71,333 | 17.3% | $213,300 |
| Malakoff | 2,045 | $56,719 | 20.5% | $83,800 |
| Brownsboro | 1,658 | $62,250 | 15.4% | $197,800 |
| Payne Springs | 1,201 | $63,145 | 12.6% | $233,200 |
| Berryville | 1,184 | $68,194 | 7.2% | $137,100 |
| Frankston | 1,088 | $56,667 | 9.5% | $103,700 |
| Eustace | 1,039 | $68,250 | 12.9% | $192,900 |
Cities Similar to Poynor
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ratamosa | 465 | N/A | $222,800 | 26.0% | 0.0% |
| Gordon | 460 | $87,188 | $161,700 | 30.7% | 10.4% |
| Balmorhea | 456 | N/A | $54,400 | 3.1% | 38.8% |
| Olivia Lopez de Gutierrez | 455 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Wells | 484 | N/A | $140,600 | 4.5% | 42.1% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 467, Poynor'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
Poynor is a small community located in Texas, within Henderson County. The total population is 467. It ranks as the 1293rd most populous out of 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Poynor is 35.8 years. This is about the same as the state median of 35.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Poynor is $86,750. This is 11% higher than the state median of $78,476. It is also 7% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 11.6%. This is 16% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 3.7%. This is 29% lower than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $179,700. Housing costs are 37% lower than the state median of $283,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.1x, Poynor is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 85.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 37% higher than the state average of 62.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
Poynor has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 89.9% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 6.0%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (89.9% vs 39.1%). The Hispanic or Latino population (6.0%) is well below the state average of 39.7%.
Education
25.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 26% 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 97.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Poynor, 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 Poynor, Texas?
Poynor, Texas has a population of 467 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Poynor, TX?
The median household income in Poynor is $86,750, which is 7% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Poynor, TX?
The poverty rate in Poynor is 11.6%. This means approximately 54 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Poynor, Texas?
Poynor's population is 89.9% White, 0.0% Black, 6.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Poynor, TX?
The median home value in Poynor is $179,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.1x.
How educated is Poynor, Texas?
25.0% of adults (25+) in Poynor hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 3.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.