Tahoka, Texas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Tahoka, Texas had a total population of 2,424, the 665th largest city in Texas, with a median household income of $62,039, which is 21% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 18.3%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.1x.
Tahoka Quick Facts
How Tahoka 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 | 2,455 | 2,424 | -1.3% |
| Median household income | $52,576 | $62,039 | +18.0% |
| Median home value | $113,400 | $128,200 | +13.1% |
How Tahoka 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 diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.
State average: 67 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Tahoka Rankings in Texas
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Other Cities in Lynn County
Cities Similar to Tahoka
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Quitman | 2,420 | $64,493 | $192,100 | 21.6% | 11.2% |
| Deerwood | 2,366 | $61,436 | $69,000 | 8.4% | 8.8% |
| West Tawakoni | 2,382 | $60,441 | $97,000 | 12.0% | 19.9% |
| Italy | 2,372 | $60,754 | $168,600 | 18.0% | 11.1% |
| Kountze | 2,367 | $65,969 | $127,300 | 22.3% | 11.5% |
Population Overview
Tahoka is a small community located in Texas, within Lynn County. The total population is 2,424. It ranks as the 665th most populous out of 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Tahoka is 38.8 years. This is 9% higher than the state median of 35.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Tahoka is $62,039. This is 21% lower than the state median of $78,476. It is also 23% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 18.3%. This is 32% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 5.9%. This is 13% higher than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $128,200. Housing costs are 55% lower than the state median of $283,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.1x, Tahoka is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 70.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 12% higher than the state average of 62.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Tahoka is Hispanic or Latino, making up 50.3% of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 41.5%. The Black or African American population (3.9%) is well below the state average of 11.9%. The Asian population (0.9%) is well below the state average of 5.5%.
Education
21.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 37% 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 83.9%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Tahoka, 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 Tahoka, Texas?
Tahoka, Texas has a population of 2,424 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Tahoka, TX?
The median household income in Tahoka is $62,039, which is 23% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Tahoka, TX?
The poverty rate in Tahoka is 18.3%. This means approximately 434 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Tahoka, Texas?
Tahoka's population is 41.5% White, 3.9% Black, 50.3% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.9% Asian.
What is the median home value in Tahoka, TX?
The median home value in Tahoka is $128,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.1x.
How educated is Tahoka, Texas?
21.4% of adults (25+) in Tahoka hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 9.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.