Sun Valley, Texas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Sun Valley, Texas had a total population of 49, the 1732nd largest city in Texas. The poverty rate is 18.4%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 0.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Sun Valley Quick Facts
How Sun Valley 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 | 27 | 49 | +81.5% |
How Sun Valley 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+)
Sun Valley Rankings in Texas
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Other Cities in Lamar County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paris | 24,775 | $47,239 | 26.0% | $150,000 |
| Reno (Lamar County) | 3,500 | $72,420 | 11.2% | $235,600 |
| Blossom | 1,393 | $55,114 | 9.4% | $120,700 |
| Powderly | 1,140 | $106,797 | 1.5% | $221,300 |
| Deport | 756 | $44,875 | 24.9% | $91,400 |
| Roxton | 391 | $72,891 | 20.2% | N/A |
| Petty | 213 | $105,625 | 2.8% | $227,300 |
| Toco | 76 | $47,292 | 17.1% | $35,000 |
Cities Similar to Sun Valley
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barrera | 49 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 73.5% |
| El Socio | 49 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 36.7% |
| Iago | 49 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Glazier | 48 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Lago Vista | 48 | N/A | N/A | 74.3% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 49, Sun Valley'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
Sun Valley is a small community located in Texas, within Lamar County. The total population is 49. It ranks as the 1732nd most populous out of 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Sun Valley is 34.8 years. This is 2% lower than the state median of 35.6 years. Only 6.1% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 18.4%. This is 33% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 5.0%. This is 5% lower than the state rate of 5.3%. 32.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 48% lower than the state average of 62.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Sun Valley is Hispanic or Latino, making up 55.1% of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 38.8%.
Education
0.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 66.7%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Sun Valley, 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 Sun Valley, Texas?
Sun Valley, Texas has a population of 49 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Sun Valley, TX?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Sun Valley — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Sun Valley, TX?
The poverty rate in Sun Valley is 18.4%. This means approximately 9 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Sun Valley, Texas?
Sun Valley's population is 38.8% White, 0.0% Black, 55.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Sun Valley, TX?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Sun Valley — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Sun Valley, Texas?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Sun Valley hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.