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Sansom Park, Texas Demographics & Population 2026

High PovertyPoverty rate of 26.7% is well above the state average

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Sansom Park, Texas had a total population of 5,392, the 413th largest city in Texas, with a median household income of $42,257, which is 46% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 26.7%.

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

Key Takeaways

Sansom Park Quick Facts

Population 5,392
Median Household Income $42,257
Median Home Value $158,200
Poverty Rate 26.7%
Unemployment Rate 5.9%
Median Age 33.1 years
Homeownership Rate 35.5%
Affordability Ratio 3.7x
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 7.7%
High School Graduation Rate 74.4%
Diversity Index 49/100
Population 5,392 413th of 1,795
Median Income $42,257 bottom 20%
Poverty Rate 26.7% 114% higher than national
Median Home Value $158,200 average

How Sansom Park 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
Population5,3875,392+0.1%
Median household income$40,993$42,257+3.1%
Median home value$144,600$158,200+9.4%

How Sansom Park Compares

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 28.6%
$25K-$50K 24.8%
$50K-$100K 26.1%
$100K+ 20.5%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
15.8%
$10K-$15K
5.2%
$15K-$20K
5.1%
$20K-$25K
2.5%
$25K-$30K
1.3%
$30K-$35K
1.7%
$35K-$40K
12.5%
$40K-$45K
8.5%
$45K-$50K
0.9%
$50K-$60K
10.3%
$60K-$75K
7.4%
$75K-$100K
8.4%
$100K-$125K
13.4%
$125K-$150K
1.8%
$150K-$200K
4.6%
$200K+
0.7%

Employment

5.9% Unemployment Rate State: 5.3%|National: 5.2%
59.1% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 35.5%
Renter 64.5%
Affordability Index Affordable
3.7x home value to income ratio
Median gross rent $1,166/mo 33.1% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

49out of 100
Moderate Diversity

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

State average: 67 | National average: 61

Education

Sansom Park Rankings in Texas

#413 Population of 1,795
#1368 Median Income of 1,546
#1454 Education of 1,795
#877 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 Sansom Park

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

CityPopulationMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+Poverty
Elsa5,697$42,439$81,6007.8%31.8%
Brady5,230$46,250$138,80019.9%14.0%
Center5,271$48,293$83,30012.3%26.1%
Sandy Oaks5,396$50,806$120,3009.8%16.7%
Gilmer5,025$44,316$166,70021.6%18.3%

Population Overview

Sansom Park is a small city located in Texas, within Tarrant County. The total population is 5,392. It ranks as the 413th most populous out of 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas.

Age Demographics

The median age in Sansom Park is 33.1 years. This is 7% lower than the state median of 35.6 years. With 32.1% of the population under 18, Sansom Park has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Sansom Park is $42,257. This is 46% lower than the state median of $78,476. It is also 48% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 26.7%. This is 93% 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 5.9%. This is 13% higher than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $158,200. Housing costs are 44% lower than the state median of $283,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.7x. 35.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 43% lower than the state average of 62.6%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Sansom Park is Hispanic or Latino, making up 66.6% of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 25.4%. The Black or African American population (1.7%) is well below the state average of 11.9%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (66.6% vs 39.7%). The Asian population (0.4%) is well below the state average of 5.5%.

Education

7.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 77% 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 74.4%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Sansom Park, 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 Sansom Park, Texas?

Sansom Park, Texas has a population of 5,392 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Sansom Park, TX?

The median household income in Sansom Park is $42,257, which is 48% lower than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Sansom Park, TX?

The poverty rate in Sansom Park is 26.7%. This means approximately 1,413 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Sansom Park, Texas?

Sansom Park's population is 25.4% White, 1.7% Black, 66.6% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.4% Asian.

What is the median home value in Sansom Park, TX?

The median home value in Sansom Park is $158,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.7x.

How educated is Sansom Park, Texas?

7.7% of adults (25+) in Sansom Park hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 4.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.