Wingate, Texas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Wingate, Texas had a total population of 128, the 1638th largest community in Texas, with a median household income of $100,060, which is 28% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 12.5%.
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%.
Wingate Quick Facts
How Wingate 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 | 25 | 128 | +412.0% |
How Wingate Compares
Median Household Income
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Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
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Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 67 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Wingate Rankings in Texas
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Other Cities in Runnels County
Cities Similar to Wingate
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adrian | 129 | N/A | $77,700 | 19.1% | 11.6% |
| Fowlerton | 129 | N/A | N/A | 67.4% | 0.0% |
| Loma Vista | 130 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| O'Brien | 130 | N/A | $33,300 | 8.3% | 72.3% |
| Rancho Banquete | 131 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 128, Wingate'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
Wingate is a small community located in Texas, within Runnels County. The total population is 128. It ranks as the 1638th most populous out of 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Wingate is 49.6 years. This is 39% higher than the state median of 35.6 years. Only 4.7% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Wingate is $100,060. This is 28% higher than the state median of $78,476. It is also 24% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 12.5%. This is 9% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Wingate, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 27.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 56% lower than the state average of 62.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Wingate is Hispanic or Latino, making up 73.4% of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 26.6%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (73.4% vs 39.7%).
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. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 95.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Wingate, 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 Wingate, Texas?
Wingate, Texas has a population of 128 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Wingate, TX?
The median household income in Wingate is $100,060, which is 24% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Wingate, TX?
The poverty rate in Wingate is 12.5%. This means approximately 16 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Wingate, Texas?
Wingate's population is 26.6% White, 0.0% Black, 73.4% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Wingate, TX?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Wingate — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Wingate, Texas?
6.1% of adults (25+) in Wingate hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.