Tuscola, Texas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Tuscola, Texas had a total population of 990, the 1022nd largest city in Texas, with a median household income of $84,931, which is 8% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 7.0%.
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 2.2x.
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 0.4%.
Tuscola Quick Facts
How Tuscola 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 | 989 | 990 | +0.1% |
| Median household income | $76,250 | $84,931 | +11.4% |
| Median home value | $143,300 | $191,000 | +33.3% |
How Tuscola 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+)
Tuscola Rankings in Texas
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Other Cities in Taylor County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abilene | 128,053 | $62,648 | 16.1% | $183,700 |
| Potosi | 4,322 | $121,543 | 2.5% | $354,200 |
| Merkel | 2,699 | $73,500 | 11.4% | $115,100 |
| Tye | 936 | $48,421 | 10.7% | $62,600 |
| Buffalo Gap | 534 | $104,750 | 7.5% | $201,300 |
| Lawn | 280 | $61,250 | 8.9% | $69,400 |
| Trent | 280 | $85,000 | 6.8% | $59,100 |
| Impact | 13 | N/A | 61.5% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Tuscola
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Porter Heights | 987 | $87,804 | $267,800 | 11.7% | 6.6% |
| Lakeshore Gardens-Hidden Acres | 970 | N/A | $208,300 | 2.2% | 12.1% |
| Crawford | 1,020 | $88,458 | $238,600 | 27.6% | 4.6% |
| Camp Wood | 939 | N/A | $77,500 | 5.5% | 16.5% |
| Reid Hope King | 932 | N/A | $108,200 | 21.1% | 25.3% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 990, Tuscola'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
Tuscola is a small community located in Texas, within Taylor County. The total population is 990. It ranks as the 1022nd most populous out of 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Tuscola is 31.5 years. This is 12% lower than the state median of 35.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Tuscola is $84,931. This is 8% higher than the state median of $78,476. It is also 5% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 7.0%. This is 49% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 0.4%. This is 92% lower than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $191,000. Housing costs are 33% lower than the state median of $283,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.2x, Tuscola is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 79.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 26% higher than the state average of 62.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Tuscola is White (non-Hispanic), making up 73.4% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 12.3%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (73.4% vs 39.1%). The Hispanic or Latino population (12.3%) is well below the state average of 39.7%. The Asian population (1.8%) is well below the state average of 5.5%.
Education
32.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 5% 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 85.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Tuscola, 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 Tuscola, Texas?
Tuscola, Texas has a population of 990 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Tuscola, TX?
The median household income in Tuscola is $84,931, which is 5% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Tuscola, TX?
The poverty rate in Tuscola is 7.0%. This means approximately 69 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Tuscola, Texas?
Tuscola's population is 73.4% White, 7.3% Black, 12.3% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.8% Asian.
What is the median home value in Tuscola, TX?
The median home value in Tuscola is $191,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.2x.
How educated is Tuscola, Texas?
32.1% of adults (25+) in Tuscola hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 11.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.