Retreat, Texas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Retreat, Texas had a total population of 707, the 1142nd largest town in Texas, with a median household income of $85,179, which is 9% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 8.8%.
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 2.2x.
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 1.0%.
Retreat Quick Facts
How Retreat 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 | 654 | 707 | +8.1% |
| Median household income | $86,667 | $85,179 | -1.7% |
| Median home value | $184,500 | $190,800 | +3.4% |
How Retreat 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 diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.
State average: 67 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Retreat Rankings in Texas
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Other Cities in Navarro County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Corsicana | 25,511 | $57,212 | 18.1% | $168,900 |
| Kerens | 1,778 | $56,771 | 16.3% | $128,000 |
| Dawson | 1,322 | $51,042 | 21.7% | $140,700 |
| Rice | 1,241 | $65,958 | 16.2% | $79,500 |
| Frost | 968 | $115,500 | 7.1% | $123,900 |
| Blooming Grove | 658 | $76,771 | 10.1% | $124,200 |
| Angus | 475 | $76,250 | 23.6% | $187,500 |
| Oak Valley | 364 | $85,000 | 13.5% | $114,600 |
| Richland | 353 | $56,667 | 17.3% | $68,900 |
| Mildred | 312 | $81,500 | 16.0% | $177,200 |
Cities Similar to Retreat
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scurry | 702 | $84,732 | $282,700 | 17.7% | 16.0% |
| Bailey's Prairie | 708 | $87,750 | $396,600 | 30.9% | 12.4% |
| Leakey | 721 | N/A | $95,600 | 24.3% | 24.1% |
| Hilltop (Frio County) | 688 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 51.6% |
| Westminster | 738 | N/A | $486,400 | 24.9% | 1.2% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 707, Retreat'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
Retreat is a small community located in Texas, within Navarro County. The total population is 707. It ranks as the 1142nd most populous out of 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Retreat is 37.5 years. This is 5% higher than the state median of 35.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Retreat is $85,179. This is 9% higher than the state median of $78,476. It is also 6% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 8.8%. This is 36% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 1.0%. This is 81% lower than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $190,800. Housing costs are 33% lower than the state median of $283,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.2x, Retreat is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 98.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 57% higher than the state average of 62.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Retreat is White (non-Hispanic), making up 54.0% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 37.5%. The Black or African American population (2.4%) is well below the state average of 11.9%. The Asian population (0.4%) is well below the state average of 5.5%.
Education
10.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 70% 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 79.1%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Retreat, 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 Retreat, Texas?
Retreat, Texas has a population of 707 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Retreat, TX?
The median household income in Retreat is $85,179, which is 6% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Retreat, TX?
The poverty rate in Retreat is 8.8%. This means approximately 62 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Retreat, Texas?
Retreat's population is 54.0% White, 2.4% Black, 37.5% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.4% Asian.
What is the median home value in Retreat, TX?
The median home value in Retreat is $190,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.2x.
How educated is Retreat, Texas?
10.2% of adults (25+) in Retreat hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 2.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.