West Odessa, Texas Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of West Odessa, Texas is 31,985 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 113th-largest city in Texas. The median household income is $65,782, the median home value is $134,100, and the median age is 33.4.
31,985
Population
515
People / sq mi
$65,782
Median Income
$134,100
Median Home Value
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West Odessa covers 62.1 sq mi of land at 515 people per square mile.
About West Odessa, TX
West Odessa stands apart on settlement density — it is among the most sparsely settled of US cities, at roughly 515 people per square mile. West Odessa is a city in Texas with a population of 31,985.
Household earnings are middling, with a median of $65,782 — below the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate is 10.2%, below the national 12.4%. Real estate is inexpensive, with a typical home worth only $134,100, with typical rent around $974.
Fewer adults hold degrees here than in most comparable places — 16.5%, below the national 35.0%. Remote work is rare here (3.8%, below the national 14.0%), and the average commute runs about 36 minutes each way.
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 56.2% |
| Black or African American | 1.8% |
| Asian | 0.1% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.5% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$65,782
Median Household Income
$33,455
Per Capita Income
10.2%
Poverty Rate
4.3%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$134,100
Median Home Value
$974
Median Rent
75.5%
Owner-Occupied
Education
69.5%
High School+
16.5%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.0%
Drive Alone
85.5%
Public Transit
3.8%
Work From Home
36.0 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
15.5%
Foreign Born
41.4%
Non-English at Home
3.8%
Veterans
9.6%
With Disability
70.0%
Health Insurance
94.5%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Agriculture & Mining | 19.0% |
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 15.3% |
| Retail Trade | 12.1% |
| Construction | 12.0% |
| Manufacturing | 7.7% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 7.4% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 2.8% |
| Public Administration | 2.7% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 2.5% |
| Information | 2.3% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 0.2% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
West Odessa, Texas has a population of 31,985 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 113th-largest city in Texas.
The median household income in West Odessa, Texas is $65,782, with 10.2% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in West Odessa, Texas is $134,100, with median monthly rent at $974 and a homeownership rate of 75.5%.
The median age in West Odessa, Texas is 33.4 years. The population is 53.6% male and 46.4% female.
West Odessa Cdp, TX Climate
West Odessa Cdp, TX has an average annual temperature of 17.7°C (64°F) and receives about 352 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
17.7°C
Avg Temp
352
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 7° / 44° | 9 mm |
| February | 9° / 49° | 15 mm |
| March | 13° / 56° | 13 mm |
| April | 18° / 64° | 19 mm |
| May | 23° / 73° | 46 mm |
| June | 27° / 80° | 42 mm |
| July | 28° / 82° | 40 mm |
| August | 27° / 81° | 39 mm |
| September | 24° / 74° | 64 mm |
| October | 18° / 65° | 35 mm |
| November | 12° / 53° | 16 mm |
| December | 7° / 45° | 14 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 West Odessa Cdp, TX
The most comfortable months to visit West Odessa Cdp, TX are typically April, May and October, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 35°C high). The coldest is January (near -1°C low). September is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.