Simonton, Texas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Simonton, Texas had a total population of 914, the 1056th largest city in Texas, with a median household income of $109,375, which is 39% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 11.5%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 39% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in Texas.
Simonton Quick Facts
How Simonton 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 | 1,001 | 914 | -8.7% |
| Median household income | $134,750 | $109,375 | -18.8% |
| Median home value | $352,900 | $390,500 | +10.7% |
How Simonton 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+)
Simonton Rankings in Texas
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Other Cities in Fort Bend County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sugar Land | 110,016 | $136,217 | 5.5% | $430,200 |
| Rosenberg | 40,646 | $65,668 | 20.2% | $219,100 |
| Fulshear | 34,868 | $187,035 | 1.6% | $572,700 |
| Sienna | 24,992 | $177,837 | 1.5% | $470,100 |
| Fresno | 24,560 | $91,264 | 8.6% | $243,500 |
| Pecan Grove | 24,272 | $131,937 | 5.9% | $383,500 |
| Richmond | 12,582 | $50,337 | 15.7% | $231,500 |
| Four Corners | 11,692 | $76,452 | 8.3% | $277,000 |
| Meadows Place | 4,689 | $90,057 | 9.5% | $271,100 |
| Weston Lakes | 4,217 | $145,394 | 4.7% | $673,600 |
Cities Similar to Simonton
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reid Hope King | 932 | N/A | $108,200 | 21.1% | 25.3% |
| Camp Wood | 939 | N/A | $77,500 | 5.5% | 16.5% |
| Olmito | 887 | N/A | N/A | 11.2% | 67.3% |
| Fort Davis | 879 | N/A | $256,000 | 31.2% | 41.4% |
| Cross Timber | 875 | N/A | N/A | 30.1% | 34.3% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 914, Simonton'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
Simonton is a small community located in Texas, within Fort Bend County. The total population is 914. It ranks as the 1056th most populous out of 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Simonton is 40.1 years. This is 13% higher than the state median of 35.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Simonton is $109,375. This is 39% higher than the state median of $78,476. It is also 35% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 11.5%. This is 17% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 3.4%. This is 36% lower than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $390,500. Housing costs are 38% higher than the state median of $283,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.6x. 96.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 55% higher than the state average of 62.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Simonton is White (non-Hispanic), making up 63.8% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 28.8%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (63.8% vs 39.1%).
Education
29.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 14% 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 95.3%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Simonton, 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 Simonton, Texas?
Simonton, Texas has a population of 914 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Simonton, TX?
The median household income in Simonton is $109,375, which is 35% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Simonton, TX?
The poverty rate in Simonton is 11.5%. This means approximately 104 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Simonton, Texas?
Simonton's population is 63.8% White, 0.0% Black, 28.8% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Simonton, TX?
The median home value in Simonton is $390,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.6x.
How educated is Simonton, Texas?
29.2% of adults (25+) in Simonton hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 6.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.