Wheeler, Texas Demographics & Population 2026
Demographic data: ACS 2020–2024 five-year estimates. Sources and methodology
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Wheeler, Texas had a total population of 1,431, the 869th largest city in Texas, with a median household income of $56,346, which is 28% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 17.9%.
Wheeler Quick Facts
How Wheeler Changed
Change from the non-overlapping 2015–2019 ACS period to 2020–2024. Earlier dollar figures are adjusted to 2024 dollars; changes marked “no clear change” are within the combined 90% margins of error.
| Metric | 2015–2019 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 1,481 | 1,431 | No clear change (-3.4%) |
| Median household income | $56,328 | $56,346 | No clear change (+0.0%) |
| Median home value¹ | $105,226 | $159,000 | +51.1% |
| Median gross rent | $833 | $994 | No clear change (+19.3%) |
How Wheeler Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
- White: 63.9%
- Black: 0.1%
- Hispanic: 31.0%
- Asian: 1.8%
- Other: 0.0%
Diversity Index
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 67 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
- < High School: 15.4%
- HS Diploma: 29.5%
- Some College: 36.1%
- Associate's: 0.7%
- Bachelor's: 12.7%
- Graduate+: 5.7%
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Population Overview
Wheeler is a small community located in Texas, within Wheeler County. The total population is 1,431. It ranks as the 869th most populous out of 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Wheeler is 37.8 years. This is 6% higher than the state median of 35.6 years. With 28.6% of the population under 18, Wheeler has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community. 12.9% 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 Wheeler is $56,346. This is 28% lower than the state median of $78,476. It is also 30% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 17.9%. This is 30% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 4.3%. This is 18% lower than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $159,000. Housing costs are 44% lower than the state median of $283,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.8x, Wheeler is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 71.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 15% higher than the state average of 62.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Wheeler is White (non-Hispanic), making up 63.9% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 31.0%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (63.9% vs 39.1%). The Black or African American population (0.1%) is well below the state average of 11.9%. The Asian population (1.8%) is well below the state average of 5.5%.
Education
18.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 46% 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 84.6%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Wheeler, 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 Wheeler, Texas?
Wheeler, Texas has a population of 1,431 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Wheeler, TX?
The median household income in Wheeler is $56,346, which is 30% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Wheeler, TX?
The poverty rate in Wheeler is 17.9%. This means approximately 244 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Wheeler, Texas?
Wheeler's population is 63.9% White, 0.1% Black, 31.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.8% Asian.
What is the median home value in Wheeler, TX?
The median home value in Wheeler is $159,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.8x.
How educated is Wheeler, Texas?
18.4% of adults (25+) in Wheeler hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.