Hereford, Texas Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Hereford, Texas is 14,874 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 209th-largest city in Texas. The median household income is $51,799, the median home value is $109,100, and the median age is 30.0.
The population has declined 3.7% since 2010 (15,438 → 14,860).
14,874
Population
2352
People / sq mi
$51,799
Median Income
$109,100
Median Home Value
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Hereford covers 6.3 sq mi of land at 2352 people per square mile.
About Hereford, TX
Hereford is defined demographically by education — 10.1% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national average. Hereford is a city in Texas with a population of 14,874.
The typical household earns $51,799, below the US median of $78,538. Roughly 12.4% of residents fall below the poverty line, close to the national 12.4%. Real estate is inexpensive, with a typical home worth only $109,100, with typical rent around $934.
College credentials are comparatively rare here: just 10.1%, below the national 35.0%. Remote work is rare here (2.9%, below the national 14.0%), and the average commute runs about 16 minutes each way.
Hereford city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Hereford city had a population of 15,438 in 2010 and 14,860 in 2024, a -3.7% growth over 14 years. The peak was 15,474 in 2011. Average annual growth rate: -0.27%.
14,860
Population (2024)
15,438
Population (2010)
15,474
Peak (2011)
-0.27%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 15,438 |
| 2011 | 15,474 |
| 2012 | 15,346 |
| 2013 | 15,183 |
| 2014 | 15,133 |
| 2015 | 14,889 |
| 2016 | 14,899 |
| 2017 | 14,813 |
| 2018 | 14,766 |
| 2019 | 14,622 |
| 2020 | 14,919 |
| 2021 | 14,789 |
| 2022 | 14,806 |
| 2023 | 14,840 |
| 2024 | 14,860 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 49.2% |
| Black or African American | 2.4% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.1% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$51,799
Median Household Income
$22,911
Per Capita Income
12.4%
Poverty Rate
2.6%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$109,100
Median Home Value
$934
Median Rent
64.3%
Owner-Occupied
Education
71.9%
High School+
10.1%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.0%
Drive Alone
76.7%
Public Transit
2.9%
Work From Home
16.4 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
10.4%
Foreign Born
41.9%
Non-English at Home
3.0%
Veterans
8.5%
With Disability
78.3%
Health Insurance
92.6%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Manufacturing | 21.2% |
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 19.0% |
| Construction | 10.6% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 9.6% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 6.4% |
| Retail Trade | 5.9% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 5.3% |
| Public Administration | 5.0% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 3.2% |
| Information | 2.0% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 0.3% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Hereford, Texas has a population of 14,874 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 209th-largest city in Texas.
The median household income in Hereford, Texas is $51,799, with 12.4% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Hereford, Texas is $109,100, with median monthly rent at $934 and a homeownership rate of 64.3%.
The median age in Hereford, Texas is 30.0 years. The population is 50.2% male and 49.8% female.
The population has declined 3.7% since 2010 (15,438 → 14,860).
Hereford city, TX Climate
Hereford city, TX has an average annual temperature of 13.4°C (56°F) and receives about 440 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
13.4°C
Avg Temp
440
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 2° / 35° | 10 mm |
| February | 4° / 40° | 15 mm |
| March | 8° / 47° | 20 mm |
| April | 13° / 55° | 21 mm |
| May | 18° / 65° | 49 mm |
| June | 23° / 73° | 78 mm |
| July | 25° / 77° | 52 mm |
| August | 24° / 75° | 76 mm |
| September | 20° / 68° | 53 mm |
| October | 14° / 57° | 36 mm |
| November | 7° / 45° | 19 mm |
| December | 3° / 37° | 11 mm |
1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.
Best time to visit Hereford city, TX
The most comfortable months to visit Hereford city, TX are typically September, May and June, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 33°C high). The coldest is January (near -6°C low). June is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.