Rocksprings, Texas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Rocksprings, Texas had a total population of 625, the 1192nd largest town in Texas. The poverty rate is 44.2%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (44.2%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Only 6.5% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Rocksprings Quick Facts
How Rocksprings 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 | 721 | 625 | -13.3% |
| Median home value | $48,000 | $54,900 | +14.4% |
How Rocksprings 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+)
Rocksprings Rankings in Texas
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Cities Similar to Rocksprings
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Redfield | 625 | $103,750 | $324,200 | 34.5% | 2.2% |
| Thorntonville | 626 | $61,141 | $200,000 | 8.3% | 16.5% |
| Lake Tanglewood | 624 | $120,625 | $633,600 | 50.5% | 6.7% |
| Lakewood Village | 627 | $152,000 | $522,200 | 38.7% | 5.1% |
| Paradise | 627 | $82,619 | $319,600 | 22.2% | 8.8% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 625, Rocksprings'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
Rocksprings is a small community located in Texas, within Edwards County. The total population is 625. It ranks as the 1192nd most populous out of 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Rocksprings is 40.4 years. This is 13% higher than the state median of 35.6 years. 10.7% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 44.2%. This is 220% 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 survey records no unemployed residents in Rocksprings, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $54,900. Housing costs are 81% lower than the state median of $283,800. 81.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 30% higher than the state average of 62.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Rocksprings is Hispanic or Latino, making up 80.5% of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 15.8%. The White (non-Hispanic) population (15.8%) is well below the state average of 39.1%. The Black or African American population (2.6%) is well below the state average of 11.9%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (80.5% vs 39.7%).
Education
6.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 81% 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 64.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Rocksprings, 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 Rocksprings, Texas?
Rocksprings, Texas has a population of 625 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Rocksprings, TX?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Rocksprings — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Rocksprings, TX?
The poverty rate in Rocksprings is 44.2%. This means approximately 258 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Rocksprings, Texas?
Rocksprings's population is 15.8% White, 2.6% Black, 80.5% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Rocksprings, TX?
The median home value in Rocksprings is $54,900.
How educated is Rocksprings, Texas?
6.5% of adults (25+) in Rocksprings hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 2.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.