Windthorst town, Texas Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Windthorst town, Texas Demographics
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As of 2026, Windthorst town, Texas has a total population of 397, the 1347th largest city in Texas, with a median household income of $53,750, which is 30% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 13.4%.

Key Takeaways

Only 9.1% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.0%.

Windthorst town Quick Facts

Population 397

Median Household Income $53,750

Median Home Value $197,500

Poverty Rate 13.4%

Unemployment Rate 6.7%

Median Age 46.9 years

Homeownership Rate 93.8%

Affordability Ratio 3.7x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 9.1%

High School Graduation Rate 82.1%

Diversity Index 51/100

Population 397 1347th of 1,800

Median Income $53,750 below average

Poverty Rate 13.4% 7% higher national

Median Home Value $197,500 above average

How Windthorst town Compares

Median Household Income

Windthorst town

$53,750

$76,292

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Windthorst town

$197,500

$260,400

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 10.8%

$25K-$50K 37.7%

$50K-$100K 20.0%

$100K+ 31.5%

Employment

6.7% Unemployment Rate State: 5.1% | National: 5.2%

48.4% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 93.8%

Renter 6.2%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.7x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

15.9%

18-34

24.2%

35-54

20.2%

55-74

16.9%

75+

22.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Moderate Diversity

Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.

State average: 67 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Windthorst town Rankings in Texas

#1347 Population of 1,800

#1048 Median Income of 1,800

#1370 Education of 1,800

#565 Home Value of 1,800

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Cities Similar to Windthorst town

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
San Pedro CDP	398	N/A	$46,900	4.2%	51.5%
Los Angeles CDP	400	N/A	N/A	0.0%	14.1%
Cove city	393	$56,625	$358,100	8.9%	18.3%
Petrolia city	404	$51,771	$86,800	14.1%	15.8%
Hallsburg city	389	$51,818	$177,100	12.2%	11.8%

Population Overview

Windthorst town is a small community located in Texas. The total population is 397. It ranks as the 1347th most populous out of 1,800 cities and towns in Texas.

Age Demographics

The median age in Windthorst town is 46.9 years. This is 32% higher than the state median of 35.5 years. 22.9% 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 Windthorst town is $53,750. This is 30% lower than the state median of $76,292. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 32% lower. The poverty rate stands at 13.4%. This is 3% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 6.7%. This is 30% higher than the state rate of 5.1%. The median home value is $197,500. Housing costs are 24% lower than the state median of $260,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.7x. 93.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 50% higher than the state average of 62.6%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Windthorst town is White (non-Hispanic), making up 50.1% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 48.6%.

Education

9.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 72% lower than the state rate of 33.1%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 82.1%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Windthorst town, Texas is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. Comparisons are made against Texas state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 1,800 Census-designated places in Texas. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Windthorst town, Texas?

Windthorst town, Texas has a population of 397 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Windthorst town, TX?

The median household income in Windthorst town is $53,750, which is 32% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Windthorst town, TX?

The poverty rate in Windthorst town is 13.4%. This means approximately 53 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Windthorst town, Texas?

Windthorst town's population is 50.1% White, 0.0% Black, 48.6% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Windthorst town, TX?

The median home value in Windthorst town is $197,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.7x.

How educated is Windthorst town, Texas?

9.1% of adults (25+) in Windthorst town hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 2.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.