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Richland Hills, Texas Demographics & Population 2026

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Richland Hills, Texas had a total population of 8,493, the 305th largest city in Texas, with a median household income of $66,721, which is 15% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 8.5%.

Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes

Richland Hills Quick Facts

Population 8,493
Median Household Income $66,721
Median Home Value $248,100
Poverty Rate 8.5%
Unemployment Rate 3.6%
Median Age 41.5 years
Homeownership Rate 63.4%
Affordability Ratio 3.7x
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 16.7%
High School Graduation Rate 90.8%
Diversity Index 44/100
Population 8,493 305th of 1,795
Median Income $66,721 average
Poverty Rate 8.5% 32% lower than national
Median Home Value $248,100 top 30%

How Richland Hills Changed

Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.

Metric2019–20232020–2024Change
Population8,4738,493+0.2%
Median household income$67,628$66,721-1.3%
Median home value$232,800$248,100+6.6%

How Richland Hills Compares

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 10.3%
$25K-$50K 20.7%
$50K-$100K 42.0%
$100K+ 27.0%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
2.9%
$10K-$15K
3.1%
$15K-$20K
2.1%
$20K-$25K
2.2%
$25K-$30K
4.0%
$30K-$35K
2.7%
$35K-$40K
7.9%
$40K-$45K
3.7%
$45K-$50K
2.3%
$50K-$60K
12.0%
$60K-$75K
15.9%
$75K-$100K
14.1%
$100K-$125K
9.1%
$125K-$150K
3.8%
$150K-$200K
8.4%
$200K+
5.7%

Employment

3.6% Unemployment Rate State: 5.3%|National: 5.2%
67.7% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 63.4%
Renter 36.6%
Affordability Index Affordable
3.7x home value to income ratio
Median gross rent $1,492/mo 26.8% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

44out of 100
Moderate Diversity

Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.

State average: 67 | National average: 61

Education

Richland Hills Rankings in Texas

#305 Population of 1,795
#730 Median Income of 1,546
#926 Education of 1,795
#467 Home Value of 1,542

Other Cities in Tarrant County

CityPopulationMedian IncomePovertyHome Value
Fort Worth 963,194 $79,507 13.1% $303,000
Arlington 397,742 $75,171 12.9% $304,700
Flower Mound 78,389 $161,235 4.3% $560,200
Mansfield 77,510 $121,126 5.8% $410,700
North Richland Hills 70,780 $97,305 7.2% $360,700
Euless 60,421 $82,167 7.8% $318,800
Burleson 52,918 $93,928 7.1% $308,200
Bedford 49,085 $83,971 7.3% $350,700
Keller 45,976 $174,950 3.4% $594,300
Haltom City 45,767 $59,057 15.1% $218,800

Cities Similar to Richland Hills

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

CityPopulationMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+Poverty
Joshua8,550$68,117$338,10027.8%19.2%
Perryton8,585$69,514$126,50021.0%12.4%
Kaufman8,538$62,931$221,80016.8%10.6%
Camp Swift8,239$63,944$208,50010.9%15.4%
Graham8,792$63,587$183,80024.5%18.4%

Population Overview

Richland Hills is a small city located in Texas, within Tarrant County. The total population is 8,493. It ranks as the 305th most populous out of 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas.

Age Demographics

The median age in Richland Hills is 41.5 years. This is 17% higher than the state median of 35.6 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Richland Hills is $66,721. This is 15% lower than the state median of $78,476. It is also 17% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 8.5%. This is 38% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 3.6%. This is 32% lower than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $248,100. Housing costs are 13% lower than the state median of $283,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.7x. 63.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 1% higher than the state average of 62.6%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Richland Hills is White (non-Hispanic), making up 71.5% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 20.7%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (71.5% vs 39.1%). The Black or African American population (3.2%) is well below the state average of 11.9%. The Asian population (1.3%) is well below the state average of 5.5%.

Education

16.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 51% 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 90.8%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Richland Hills, 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 Richland Hills, Texas?

Richland Hills, Texas has a population of 8,493 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Richland Hills, TX?

The median household income in Richland Hills is $66,721, which is 17% lower than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Richland Hills, TX?

The poverty rate in Richland Hills is 8.5%. This means approximately 707 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Richland Hills, Texas?

Richland Hills's population is 71.5% White, 3.2% Black, 20.7% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.3% Asian.

What is the median home value in Richland Hills, TX?

The median home value in Richland Hills is $248,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.7x.

How educated is Richland Hills, Texas?

16.7% of adults (25+) in Richland Hills hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.