Southmayd, Texas Demographics & Population 2026
Demographic data: ACS 2020–2024 five-year estimates. Sources and methodology
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Southmayd, Texas had a total population of 1,413, the 872nd largest city in Texas, with a median household income of $86,250, which is 10% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 16.8%.
Key Takeaways
- Only 6.4% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.9x.
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 0.3%.
Southmayd Quick Facts
How Southmayd Changed
Change from the non-overlapping 2015–2019 ACS period to 2020–2024. Earlier dollar figures are adjusted to 2024 dollars; changes marked “no clear change” are within the combined 90% margins of error.
| Metric | 2015–2019 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 1,045 | 1,413 | No clear change (+35.2%) |
| Median household income | $59,997 | $86,250 | No clear change (+43.8%) |
| Median home value¹ | $76,550 | $164,000 | +114.2% |
| Median gross rent | $1,108 | $1,715 | +54.8% |
How Southmayd Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
- White: 48.1%
- Black: 0.7%
- Hispanic: 48.0%
- Asian: 0.4%
- Other: 0.5%
Diversity Index
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 67 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
- < High School: 24.3%
- HS Diploma: 45.2%
- Some College: 18.8%
- Associate's: 5.3%
- Bachelor's: 5.5%
- Graduate+: 0.9%
Southmayd Rankings in Texas
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Other Cities in Grayson County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sherman | 46,397 | $58,859 | 12.7% | $243,500 |
| Denison | 25,778 | $67,365 | 15.0% | $180,900 |
| Whitesboro | 4,173 | $70,134 | 16.5% | $249,800 |
| Howe | 3,689 | $51,108 | 24.3% | $201,300 |
| Pottsboro | 2,691 | $69,439 | 10.4% | $280,000 |
| Bells | 2,497 | $92,075 | 11.8% | $232,400 |
| Gunter | 2,398 | $120,000 | 2.5% | $547,600 |
| Collinsville | 2,060 | $60,417 | 11.5% | $241,700 |
| Preston | 1,747 | $65,069 | 6.7% | $184,000 |
| Whitewright | 1,659 | $57,692 | 16.8% | $242,000 |
Cities Similar to Southmayd
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% |
| César Chávez | 1,351 | N/A | $162,300 | 0.0% | 20.4% |
| Lake Dunlap | 1,411 | $78,641 | $226,800 | 16.7% | 13.8% |
| Sam Rayburn | 1,366 | $83,056 | $255,200 | 32.6% | 0.9% |
Population Overview
Southmayd is a small community located in Texas, within Grayson County. The total population is 1,413. It ranks as the 872nd most populous out of 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Southmayd is 31.9 years. This is 10% lower than the state median of 35.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Southmayd is $86,250. This is 10% higher than the state median of $78,476. It is also 7% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 16.8%. This is 21% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 0.3%. This is 94% lower than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $164,000. Housing costs are 42% lower than the state median of $283,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.9x, Southmayd is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 90.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 45% higher than the state average of 62.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Southmayd is White (non-Hispanic), making up 48.1% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 48.0%. The Black or African American population (0.7%) is well below the state average of 11.9%. The Asian population (0.4%) is well below the state average of 5.5%.
Education
6.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 81% 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 75.7%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Southmayd, 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 Southmayd, Texas?
Southmayd, Texas has a population of 1,413 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Southmayd, TX?
The median household income in Southmayd is $86,250, which is 7% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Southmayd, TX?
The poverty rate in Southmayd is 16.8%. This means approximately 233 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Southmayd, Texas?
Southmayd's population is 48.1% White, 0.7% Black, 48.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.4% Asian.
What is the median home value in Southmayd, TX?
The median home value in Southmayd is $164,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.9x.
How educated is Southmayd, Texas?
6.4% of adults (25+) in Southmayd hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.