Ropesville, Texas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Ropesville, Texas had a total population of 594, the 1215th largest city in Texas, with a median household income of $69,844, which is 11% lower 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 1.4x.
Ropesville Quick Facts
How Ropesville 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 | 513 | 594 | +15.8% |
| Median household income | $65,938 | $69,844 | +5.9% |
| Median home value | $73,900 | $98,300 | +33.0% |
How Ropesville 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+)
Ropesville Rankings in Texas
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Other Cities in Hockley County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Levelland | 12,466 | $58,000 | 15.5% | $140,400 |
| Sundown | 1,374 | $58,594 | 14.6% | $96,400 |
| Anton | 1,053 | $52,000 | 13.7% | $63,500 |
| Smyer | 291 | $45,625 | 7.6% | $67,900 |
| Opdyke West | 285 | $52,031 | 7.0% | $18,400 |
| Whitharral | 98 | $87,917 | 17.3% | $55,000 |
Cities Similar to Ropesville
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Big Thicket Lake Estates | 596 | N/A | $107,200 | 25.3% | 35.1% |
| Chireno | 589 | $71,250 | $88,900 | 21.0% | 9.3% |
| Pettus | 602 | $70,654 | $150,700 | 5.0% | 6.0% |
| Horseshoe Bend | 606 | N/A | $116,800 | 20.1% | 18.1% |
| La Puerta | 582 | N/A | N/A | 25.1% | 19.2% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 594, Ropesville'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
Ropesville is a small community located in Texas, within Hockley County. The total population is 594. It ranks as the 1215th most populous out of 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Ropesville is 42.5 years. This is 19% higher than the state median of 35.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Ropesville is $69,844. This is 11% lower than the state median of $78,476. It is also 13% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 8.8%. This is 37% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 5.2%. This is 1% lower than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $98,300. Housing costs are 65% lower than the state median of $283,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.4x, Ropesville is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 85.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 37% higher than the state average of 62.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Ropesville is Hispanic or Latino, making up 61.8% of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 29.5%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (61.8% vs 39.7%).
Education
18.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 46% 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 83.8%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Ropesville, 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 Ropesville, Texas?
Ropesville, Texas has a population of 594 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Ropesville, TX?
The median household income in Ropesville is $69,844, which is 13% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Ropesville, TX?
The poverty rate in Ropesville is 8.8%. This means approximately 52 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Ropesville, Texas?
Ropesville's population is 29.5% White, 8.8% Black, 61.8% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Ropesville, TX?
The median home value in Ropesville is $98,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.4x.
How educated is Ropesville, Texas?
18.4% of adults (25+) in Ropesville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.