Sargent, Texas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Sargent, Texas had a total population of 1,422, the 871st largest community in Texas, with a median household income of $60,307, which is 23% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 18.6%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Sargent Quick Facts
How Sargent 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 | 1,332 | 1,422 | +6.8% |
| Median household income | $53,143 | $60,307 | +13.5% |
| Median home value | $169,200 | $188,200 | +11.2% |
How Sargent 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+)
Sargent Rankings in Texas
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Other Cities in Matagorda County
Cities Similar to Sargent
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elmo | 1,379 | N/A | $199,200 | 8.2% | 0.5% |
| Lasara | 1,467 | N/A | $57,700 | 24.9% | 16.5% |
| Roscoe | 1,425 | $56,326 | $90,500 | 12.7% | 19.7% |
| Wheeler | 1,431 | $56,346 | $159,000 | 18.4% | 17.9% |
| Munday | 1,407 | $56,406 | $79,500 | 11.4% | 19.6% |
Population Overview
Sargent is a small community located in Texas, within Matagorda County. The total population is 1,422. It ranks as the 871st most populous out of 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Sargent is 67.1 years. This is 88% higher than the state median of 35.6 years. Only 1.4% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children. 12.4% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Sargent is $60,307. This is 23% lower than the state median of $78,476. It is also 25% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 18.6%. This is 35% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 4.7%. This is 11% lower than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $188,200. Housing costs are 34% lower than the state median of $283,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x. 96.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 54% higher than the state average of 62.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Sargent is White (non-Hispanic), making up 83.2% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 11.3%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (83.2% vs 39.1%). The Hispanic or Latino population (11.3%) is well below the state average of 39.7%. The Asian population (1.6%) is well below the state average of 5.5%.
Education
36.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 7% higher 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 90.2%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Sargent, 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 Sargent, Texas?
Sargent, Texas has a population of 1,422 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Sargent, TX?
The median household income in Sargent is $60,307, which is 25% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Sargent, TX?
The poverty rate in Sargent is 18.6%. This means approximately 264 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Sargent, Texas?
Sargent's population is 83.2% White, 0.0% Black, 11.3% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.6% Asian.
What is the median home value in Sargent, TX?
The median home value in Sargent is $188,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x.
How educated is Sargent, Texas?
36.3% of adults (25+) in Sargent hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 14.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.