Hartley County, Texas Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 198th-largest in Texas
The population of Hartley County, Texas is 5,307 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 198th-largest county in Texas. The median household income is $82,122, the median home value is $213,200, and the median age is 39.5.
The population of Hartley County has declined 17.7% since 2010 (6,067 → 4,996), a -1.38% annualized rate.
5,307
Population
-1.38%
Annual growth
4
People / sq mi
$82,122
Median Income
$213,200
Median Home Value
Hartley County covers 1,462 sq mi of land at 3.6 people per square mile.
About Hartley County, TX
Hartley County stands apart on settlement density — it is among the most sparsely settled of US counties, at roughly 4 people per square mile. With 5,307 residents, Hartley County is a county in Texas.
The typical household earns $82,122 a year, near the US median of $78,538. Only 6.9% of residents live in poverty, below the national 12.4%. Homes carry a median value of $213,200, with typical rent around $1,023.
Degree attainment is mid-range for US counties: 23.1% of adults hold a four-year degree, below the national 35.0%. Remote work is on the lower side here, at 4.4%, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 13 minutes each way.
Hartley County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Hartley County had a population of 6,067 in 2010 and 4,996 in 2024, a -17.7% growth over 14 years. The peak was 6,092 in 2012. Average annual growth rate: -1.36%.
4,996
Population (2024)
6,067
Population (2010)
6,092
Peak (2012)
-1.36%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 6,067 |
| 2011 | 6,035 |
| 2012 | 6,092 |
| 2013 | 6,011 |
| 2014 | 6,059 |
| 2015 | 5,705 |
| 2016 | 5,733 |
| 2017 | 5,701 |
| 2018 | 5,556 |
| 2019 | 5,507 |
| 2020 | 5,340 |
| 2021 | 5,383 |
| 2022 | 5,220 |
| 2023 | 5,137 |
| 2024 | 4,996 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 68.6% |
| Black or African American | 6.7% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.2% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
39.5
Median Age
41.1%
Female
58.9%
Male
16.6%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 20.1% · Seniors (65+): 16.6%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $82,122+$5,830 vs state |
| Mean household income | $101,180 |
| Per-capita income | $30,181 |
| Poverty rate | 6.9%-3.6% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 1.0% |
| Employment-to-population | 42.2% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Hartley County is professional & business services, accounting for 29.4% of workers.
How residents commute
0.0%
Drive alone
3.9%
Carpool
82.1%
Public transit
4.4%
Work from home
12.6 min
Avg commute
Housing
$213,200$-47,200 vs state
Median home value
$1,023
Median rent
76.7%
Homeownership rate
1,808
Total housing units
90.4%
Occupied
9.6%
Vacant
23.3%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
85.9%
With health insurance
98.5%
With broadband internet
33.9%
Foreign-born
4.2%
Veterans (18+)
10.9%
With a disability
77.8%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
83.1%
High School+
23.1%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Hartley County, Texas has a population of 5,307 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 198th-largest county in Texas. Population density is 4 people per square mile.
The population of Hartley County has declined 17.7% since 2010 (6,067 → 4,996), a -1.38% annualized rate.
The median household income in Hartley County, Texas is $82,122, with mean (average) household income of $101,180 and per-capita income of $30,181. 6.9% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Hartley County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (68.6%), Black or African American (6.7%), Hispanic or Latino (2.2%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Hartley County, Texas is 39.5 years. Residents are 41.1% female and 58.9% male.
The median home value in Hartley County is $213,200 and median monthly rent is $1,023. 76.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 1,808 total housing units, 9.6% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Hartley County, Texas is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 29.4% of workers. The unemployment rate is 1.0%.
Houston is among the largest cities associated with Hartley County, Texas, with a population of 2,300,419.
Hartley County, TX Climate
Hartley County, TX has an average annual temperature of 13.3°C (56°F) and receives about 430 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
13.3°C
Avg Temp
430
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 1° / 35° | 10 mm |
| February | 4° / 39° | 11 mm |
| March | 8° / 47° | 17 mm |
| April | 13° / 55° | 26 mm |
| May | 18° / 64° | 63 mm |
| June | 23° / 73° | 63 mm |
| July | 25° / 78° | 71 mm |
| August | 24° / 76° | 75 mm |
| September | 20° / 68° | 45 mm |
| October | 14° / 57° | 22 mm |
| November | 7° / 44° | 18 mm |
| December | 2° / 36° | 9 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 Hartley County, TX
The most comfortable months to visit Hartley County, TX are typically September, June and May, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 33°C high). The coldest is January (near -7°C low). August is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.