Zephyr, Texas Demographics & Population 2026
Demographic data: ACS 2020–2024 five-year estimates. Sources and methodology
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Zephyr, Texas had a total population of 244, the 1515th largest community in Texas, with a median household income of $47,917, which is 39% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 3.7%.
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 39% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
- An exceptionally low poverty rate of 3.7% — among the lowest in Texas.
Zephyr Quick Facts
How Zephyr 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: 95.1%
- Black: 0.0%
- Hispanic: 2.9%
- Asian: 0.8%
- Other: 0.0%
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+)
- < High School: 27.9%
- HS Diploma: 34.0%
- Some College: 18.4%
- Associate's: 1.4%
- Bachelor's: 15.7%
- Graduate+: 2.7%
Zephyr Rankings in Texas
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Other Cities in Brown County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brownwood | 18,777 | $48,981 | 20.9% | $144,400 |
| Early | 3,143 | $67,346 | 10.5% | $179,800 |
| Bangs | 1,633 | $48,098 | 13.0% | $111,600 |
| Lake Brownwood | 1,544 | $70,000 | 12.2% | $130,700 |
| Thunderbird Bay | 702 | $48,350 | 16.4% | $65,700 |
| Blanket | 434 | $40,750 | 35.7% | $76,800 |
| May | 204 | $90,625 | 7.8% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Zephyr
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leona | 244 | N/A | $187,900 | 43.6% | 2.1% |
| Port Mansfield | 245 | N/A | N/A | 52.8% | 10.9% |
| Gail | 243 | N/A | $108,800 | 30.9% | 12.3% |
| Rancho Viejo (Starr County) | 238 | N/A | N/A | 15.9% | 0.0% |
| Agua Dulce (Nueces County) | 251 | $48,438 | $85,000 | 7.5% | 7.2% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 244, Zephyr'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
Zephyr is a small community located in Texas, within Brown County. The total population is 244. It ranks as the 1515th most populous out of 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Zephyr is 32.3 years. This is 9% lower than the state median of 35.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Zephyr is $47,917. This is 39% lower than the state median of $78,476. It is also 41% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 3.7%. This is 73% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. This exceptionally low poverty rate indicates strong economic prosperity across the community. The unemployment rate is 3.1%. This is 40% lower than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $139,100. Housing costs are 51% lower than the state median of $283,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.9x, Zephyr is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 67.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 8% higher than the state average of 62.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
Zephyr has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 95.1% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 2.9%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (95.1% vs 39.1%). The Hispanic or Latino population (2.9%) is well below the state average of 39.7%. The Asian population (0.8%) 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 72.1%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Zephyr, 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 Zephyr, Texas?
Zephyr, Texas has a population of 244 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Zephyr, TX?
The median household income in Zephyr is $47,917, which is 41% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Zephyr, TX?
The poverty rate in Zephyr is 3.7%. This means approximately 9 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Zephyr, Texas?
Zephyr's population is 95.1% White, 0.0% Black, 2.9% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.8% Asian.
What is the median home value in Zephyr, TX?
The median home value in Zephyr is $139,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.9x.
How educated is Zephyr, Texas?
18.4% of adults (25+) in Zephyr hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 2.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.