Scurry, Texas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Scurry, Texas had a total population of 702, the 1145th largest town in Texas, with a median household income of $84,732, which is 8% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 16.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Scurry Quick Facts
How Scurry 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 | 720 | 702 | -2.5% |
| Median household income | $108,125 | $84,732 | -21.6% |
| Median home value | $309,500 | $282,700 | -8.7% |
How Scurry 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+)
Scurry Rankings in Texas
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Other Cities in Kaufman County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Forney | 31,532 | $104,112 | 8.8% | $346,400 |
| Terrell | 20,366 | $65,842 | 15.9% | $218,500 |
| Heath | 10,777 | $220,828 | 2.0% | $766,900 |
| Heartland | 10,607 | $92,996 | 9.2% | $322,000 |
| Travis Ranch | 9,025 | $83,801 | 7.3% | $345,400 |
| Kaufman | 8,538 | $62,931 | 10.6% | $221,800 |
| Mabank | 5,187 | $54,889 | 5.0% | $254,900 |
| Crandall | 4,763 | $88,997 | 19.9% | $303,000 |
| McLendon-Chisholm | 4,511 | $204,773 | 0.9% | $629,400 |
| Talty | 2,881 | $154,732 | 1.9% | $483,300 |
Cities Similar to Scurry
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Retreat | 707 | $85,179 | $190,800 | 10.2% | 8.8% |
| Hilltop (Frio County) | 688 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 51.6% |
| Bailey's Prairie | 708 | $87,750 | $396,600 | 30.9% | 12.4% |
| Leakey | 721 | N/A | $95,600 | 24.3% | 24.1% |
| Santa Maria | 669 | N/A | $76,800 | 2.7% | 37.2% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 702, Scurry'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
Scurry is a small community located in Texas, within Kaufman County. The total population is 702. It ranks as the 1145th most populous out of 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Scurry is 30.1 years. This is 15% lower than the state median of 35.6 years. With 33.3% of the population under 18, Scurry has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Scurry is $84,732. This is 8% higher than the state median of $78,476. It is also 5% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 16.0%. This is 16% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 2.6%. This is 50% lower than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $282,700. Housing costs are about the same as the state median of $283,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.3x. 75.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 20% higher than the state average of 62.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Scurry is White (non-Hispanic), making up 77.9% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 14.7%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (77.9% vs 39.1%). The Hispanic or Latino population (14.7%) is well below the state average of 39.7%.
Education
17.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 48% 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 92.2%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Scurry, 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 Scurry, Texas?
Scurry, Texas has a population of 702 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Scurry, TX?
The median household income in Scurry is $84,732, which is 5% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Scurry, TX?
The poverty rate in Scurry is 16.0%. This means approximately 112 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Scurry, Texas?
Scurry's population is 77.9% White, 0.0% Black, 14.7% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Scurry, TX?
The median home value in Scurry is $282,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.3x.
How educated is Scurry, Texas?
17.7% of adults (25+) in Scurry hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.