Wildwood, Texas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Wildwood, Texas had a total population of 584, the 1217th largest community in Texas, with a median household income of $64,366, which is 18% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 6.3%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 6.1% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Wildwood Quick Facts
How Wildwood 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 | 309 | 584 | +89.0% |
| Median household income | $74,038 | $64,366 | -13.1% |
| Median home value | $237,500 | $221,300 | -6.8% |
How Wildwood 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+)
Wildwood Rankings in Texas
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Other Cities in Hardin County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lumberton | 13,963 | $107,623 | 3.7% | $291,900 |
| Silsbee | 6,842 | $59,907 | 20.0% | $148,400 |
| Kountze | 2,367 | $65,969 | 11.5% | $127,300 |
| Sour Lake | 2,130 | $73,241 | 12.6% | $173,800 |
| Pinewood Estates | 1,516 | $157,553 | 1.1% | $340,900 |
| Rose Hill Acres | 324 | $81,875 | 11.4% | $214,000 |
Cities Similar to Wildwood
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| La Puerta | 582 | N/A | N/A | 25.1% | 19.2% |
| Big Thicket Lake Estates | 596 | N/A | $107,200 | 25.3% | 35.1% |
| El Castillo | 566 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 61.8% |
| Horseshoe Bend | 606 | N/A | $116,800 | 20.1% | 18.1% |
| McKinney Acres | 562 | $66,285 | $139,600 | 4.3% | 8.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 584, Wildwood'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
Wildwood is a small community located in Texas, within Hardin County. The total population is 584. It ranks as the 1217th most populous out of 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Wildwood is 49.4 years. This is 39% higher than the state median of 35.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Wildwood is $64,366. This is 18% lower than the state median of $78,476. It is also 20% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 6.3%. This is 54% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Wildwood, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $221,300. Housing costs are 22% lower than the state median of $283,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.4x. 87.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 40% higher than the state average of 62.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Wildwood is White (non-Hispanic), making up 69.0% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 28.6%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (69.0% vs 39.1%).
Education
6.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 82% lower than the state rate of 33.8%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. No surveyed resident aged 25 or older reported leaving school before earning a high school diploma, though a rate of exactly 100% reflects the limits of a small sample.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Wildwood, 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 Wildwood, Texas?
Wildwood, Texas has a population of 584 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Wildwood, TX?
The median household income in Wildwood is $64,366, which is 20% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Wildwood, TX?
The poverty rate in Wildwood is 6.3%. This means approximately 37 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Wildwood, Texas?
Wildwood's population is 69.0% White, 0.0% Black, 28.6% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Wildwood, TX?
The median home value in Wildwood is $221,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.4x.
How educated is Wildwood, Texas?
6.1% of adults (25+) in Wildwood hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.