The Hills, Texas Demographics & Population 2026

Name: The Hills, Texas Demographics
Creator: U.S. Census Bureau
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During the 2020–2024 ACS period, The Hills, Texas had a total population of 2,516, the 649th largest village in Texas, with a median household income of $158,250, which is 102% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 3.6%.

Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes

Key Takeaways

Household income is 102% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in Texas.
An exceptionally low poverty rate of 3.6% — among the lowest in Texas.
73.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — top 10% in Texas.
Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 2.1%.

The Hills Quick Facts

Population 2,516

Median Household Income $158,250

Median Home Value $846,000

Poverty Rate 3.6%

Unemployment Rate 2.1%

Median Age 56.0 years

Homeownership Rate 96.4%

Affordability Ratio 5.3x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 73.6%

High School Graduation Rate 99.6%

Diversity Index 29/100

Population 2,516 649th of 1,795

Median Income $158,250 top 10%

Poverty Rate 3.6% 71% lower than national

Median Home Value $846,000 top 10%

How The Hills 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	2,579	2,516	-2.4%
Median household income	$178,194	$158,250	-11.2%
Median home value	$778,100	$846,000	+8.7%

How The Hills Compares

Median Household Income

The Hills

$158,250

$78,476

National

$80,734

Median Home Value

The Hills

$846,000

$283,800

National

$332,700

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 6.0%

$25K-$50K 5.3%

$50K-$100K 21.0%

$100K+ 67.6%

Detailed income brackets

Under $10K

3.6%

$10K-$15K

0.0%

$15K-$20K

0.9%

$20K-$25K

1.5%

$25K-$30K

0.4%

$30K-$35K

0.9%

$35K-$40K

0.4%

$40K-$45K

2.6%

$45K-$50K

1.0%

$50K-$60K

1.5%

$60K-$75K

11.1%

$75K-$100K

8.4%

$100K-$125K

10.1%

$125K-$150K

6.0%

$150K-$200K

9.1%

$200K+

42.4%

Employment

2.1% Unemployment Rate State: 5.3%|National: 5.2%

44.8% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 96.4%

Renter 3.6%

Affordability Index Expensive

5.3x home value to income ratio

Median gross rent $3,501/mo 26.5% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

15.8%

18-34

9.7%

35-54

23.3%

55-74

36.3%

75+

14.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Low Diversity

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+)

The Hills Rankings in Texas

#649 Population of 1,795

#71 Median Income of 1,546

#40 Education of 1,795

#30 Home Value of 1,542

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Other Cities in Travis County

City	Population	Median Income	Poverty	Home Value
Austin	979,539	$93,658	12.0%	$555,300
Round Rock	127,786	$99,287	7.8%	$418,600
Cedar Park	78,301	$129,545	5.9%	$513,600
Leander	74,067	$139,048	5.8%	$506,200
Pflugerville	65,971	$117,799	6.1%	$402,400
Lakeway	19,307	$190,060	2.5%	$841,300
Steiner Ranch	18,619	$190,523	2.4%	$826,500
Manor	18,603	$84,529	9.8%	$347,900
Wells Branch	13,523	$66,656	12.9%	$401,100
Hornsby Bend	12,367	$89,614	15.0%	$314,900

Cities Similar to The Hills

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Copper Canyon	2,514	$155,625	$744,300	58.1%	1.4%
Cumings	2,535	$136,147	$319,300	44.0%	0.0%
Jonestown	2,535	$128,224	$557,600	50.6%	4.3%
St. Hedwig	2,313	$147,390	$282,100	43.8%	3.3%
Lake Kiowa	2,476	$125,956	$526,900	50.6%	2.1%

Population Overview

The Hills is a small community located in Texas, within Travis County. The total population is 2,516. It ranks as the 649th most populous out of 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas.

Age Demographics

The median age in The Hills is 56.0 years. This is 57% higher than the state median of 35.6 years. 14.9% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in The Hills is $158,250. This is 102% higher than the state median of $78,476. It is also 96% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 3.6%. This is 74% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. This exceptionally low poverty rate indicates strong economic prosperity across the community. The unemployment rate is 2.1%. This is 59% lower than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $846,000. Housing costs are 198% higher than the state median of $283,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.3x. 96.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 54% higher than the state average of 62.6%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in The Hills is White (non-Hispanic), making up 83.5% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 9.2%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (83.5% vs 39.1%). The Black or African American population (0.9%) is well below the state average of 11.9%. The Hispanic or Latino population (9.2%) is well below the state average of 39.7%.

Education

73.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This places The Hills in the top 10% of all cities in the state for educational attainment. This is 118% higher 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 99.6%. Notably, 29.4% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for The Hills, 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 The Hills, Texas?

The Hills, Texas has a population of 2,516 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in The Hills, TX?

The median household income in The Hills is $158,250, which is 96% higher than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in The Hills, TX?

The poverty rate in The Hills is 3.6%. This means approximately 91 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of The Hills, Texas?

The Hills's population is 83.5% White, 0.9% Black, 9.2% Hispanic/Latino, and 2.8% Asian.

What is the median home value in The Hills, TX?

The median home value in The Hills is $846,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.3x.

How educated is The Hills, Texas?

73.6% of adults (25+) in The Hills hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 29.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.