Quitaque, Texas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Quitaque, Texas had a total population of 347, the 1402nd largest city in Texas, with a median household income of $58,929, which is 25% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 14.4%.
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 1.2x.
Quitaque Quick Facts
How Quitaque 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 | 359 | 347 | -3.3% |
| Median household income | $52,500 | $58,929 | +12.2% |
| Median home value | $72,500 | $69,200 | -4.6% |
How Quitaque 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+)
Quitaque Rankings in Texas
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Other Cities in Briscoe County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Silverton | 498 | $42,963 | 13.3% | $77,900 |
Cities Similar to Quitaque
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lake View | 349 | N/A | $171,900 | 60.7% | 50.4% |
| J.F. Villareal | 353 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Edroy | 341 | N/A | $162,100 | 28.8% | 0.0% |
| Loma Linda | 340 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 3.5% |
| Paint Rock | 350 | $57,083 | $61,100 | 12.4% | 21.1% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 347, Quitaque'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
Quitaque is a small community located in Texas, within Briscoe County. The total population is 347. It ranks as the 1402nd most populous out of 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Quitaque is 50.7 years. This is 42% higher than the state median of 35.6 years. 12.1% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Quitaque is $58,929. This is 25% lower than the state median of $78,476. It is also 27% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 14.4%. This is 4% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Quitaque, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $69,200. Housing costs are 76% lower than the state median of $283,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.2x, Quitaque is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 82.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 31% higher than the state average of 62.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Quitaque is White (non-Hispanic), making up 68.6% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 26.8%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (68.6% vs 39.1%). The Black or African American population (4.3%) is well below the state average of 11.9%.
Education
25.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 24% 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 Quitaque, 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 Quitaque, Texas?
Quitaque, Texas has a population of 347 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Quitaque, TX?
The median household income in Quitaque is $58,929, which is 27% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Quitaque, TX?
The poverty rate in Quitaque is 14.4%. This means approximately 50 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Quitaque, Texas?
Quitaque's population is 68.6% White, 4.3% Black, 26.8% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Quitaque, TX?
The median home value in Quitaque is $69,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.2x.
How educated is Quitaque, Texas?
25.7% of adults (25+) in Quitaque hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 3.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.