Watauga, Texas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Watauga, Texas had a total population of 23,233, the 149th largest city in Texas, with a median household income of $91,171, which is 16% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 11.3%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Watauga Quick Facts
How Watauga 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 | 23,336 | 23,233 | -0.4% |
| Median household income | $91,669 | $91,171 | -0.5% |
| Median home value | $233,400 | $250,500 | +7.3% |
How Watauga 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+)
Watauga Rankings in Texas
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Other Cities in Tarrant County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fort Worth | 963,194 | $79,507 | 13.1% | $303,000 |
| Arlington | 397,742 | $75,171 | 12.9% | $304,700 |
| Flower Mound | 78,389 | $161,235 | 4.3% | $560,200 |
| Mansfield | 77,510 | $121,126 | 5.8% | $410,700 |
| North Richland Hills | 70,780 | $97,305 | 7.2% | $360,700 |
| Euless | 60,421 | $82,167 | 7.8% | $318,800 |
| Burleson | 52,918 | $93,928 | 7.1% | $308,200 |
| Bedford | 49,085 | $83,971 | 7.3% | $350,700 |
| Keller | 45,976 | $174,950 | 3.4% | $594,300 |
| Haltom City | 45,767 | $59,057 | 15.1% | $218,800 |
Cities Similar to Watauga
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fresno | 24,560 | $91,264 | $243,500 | 23.4% | 8.6% |
| Dickinson | 21,753 | $91,779 | $278,000 | 25.5% | 12.0% |
| Benbrook | 24,557 | $86,292 | $296,400 | 43.7% | 5.9% |
| Saginaw | 24,970 | $97,276 | $298,500 | 24.7% | 5.6% |
| Anna | 24,330 | $105,593 | $351,700 | 31.4% | 7.8% |
Population Overview
Watauga is a small city located in Texas, within Tarrant County. The total population is 23,233. It ranks as the 149th most populous out of 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Watauga is 36.2 years. This is 2% higher than the state median of 35.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Watauga is $91,171. This is 16% higher than the state median of $78,476. It is also 13% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 11.3%. This is 18% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 5.1%. This is 4% lower than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $250,500. Housing costs are 12% lower than the state median of $283,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.7x, Watauga is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 78.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 25% higher than the state average of 62.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Watauga is White (non-Hispanic), making up 57.8% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 25.6%.
Education
24.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 29% 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 88.9%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Watauga, 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 Watauga, Texas?
Watauga, Texas has a population of 23,233 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Watauga, TX?
The median household income in Watauga is $91,171, which is 13% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Watauga, TX?
The poverty rate in Watauga is 11.3%. This means approximately 2,615 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Watauga, Texas?
Watauga's population is 57.8% White, 9.7% Black, 25.6% Hispanic/Latino, and 3.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Watauga, TX?
The median home value in Watauga is $250,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.7x.
How educated is Watauga, Texas?
24.2% of adults (25+) in Watauga hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 6.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.