Stonewall, Texas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Stonewall, Texas had a total population of 295, the 1451st largest community in Texas. The poverty rate is 31.6%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (31.6%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
Stonewall Quick Facts
How Stonewall 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 | 347 | 295 | -15.0% |
How Stonewall Compares
Median Household Income
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Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
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Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
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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+)
Stonewall Rankings in Texas
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Other Cities in Gillespie County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fredericksburg | 11,419 | $64,534 | 9.2% | $460,300 |
| Harper | 1,214 | N/A | 13.3% | $434,600 |
Cities Similar to Stonewall
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Christine | 295 | $40,000 | $107,300 | 1.7% | 18.6% |
| Mobile City | 296 | N/A | $22,200 | 2.0% | 51.3% |
| Bixby | 294 | $86,447 | $105,000 | 4.0% | 1.1% |
| Iredell | 294 | $54,250 | $68,600 | 18.4% | 9.2% |
| Villa Pancho | 294 | $49,432 | N/A | 9.7% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 295, Stonewall'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
Stonewall is a small community located in Texas, within Gillespie County. The total population is 295. It ranks as the 1451st most populous out of 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Stonewall is 61.2 years. This is 72% higher than the state median of 35.6 years. 11.2% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 31.6%. This is 129% 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 survey records no unemployed residents in Stonewall, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 72.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 16% higher than the state average of 62.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Stonewall is White (non-Hispanic), making up 83.0% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 12.5%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (83.0% vs 39.1%). The Hispanic or Latino population (12.5%) is well below the state average of 39.7%.
Education
35.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 6% higher than the state rate of 33.8%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. No surveyed resident aged 25 or older reported leaving school before earning a high school diploma, though a rate of exactly 100% reflects the limits of a small sample.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Stonewall, 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 Stonewall, Texas?
Stonewall, Texas has a population of 295 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Stonewall, TX?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Stonewall — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Stonewall, TX?
The poverty rate in Stonewall is 31.6%. This means approximately 92 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Stonewall, Texas?
Stonewall's population is 83.0% White, 0.0% Black, 12.5% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Stonewall, TX?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Stonewall — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Stonewall, Texas?
35.8% of adults (25+) in Stonewall hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 11.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.