Real County, Texas Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Real County is located in Texas with a total population of 2,821. It is the 226th most populous county out of 254 in Texas.

Age Demographics

The median age in Real County is 56.5 years. This is 59% higher than the state median of 35.5 years. 15.1% 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 Real County is $45,417. This is 40% lower than the state median of $76,292. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 42% lower. The poverty rate stands at 20.5%. This is 49% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The unemployment rate is 7.0%. This is 36% higher than the state rate of 5.1%. 75.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 21% higher than the state average of 62.6%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Real County is White (non-Hispanic), making up 74.7% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 23.5%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (74.7% vs 39.9%). The Black or African American population (1.4%) is well below the state average of 11.9%.

Education

19.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 42% lower than the state rate of 33.1%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 86.9%.