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Population Review

Stonewall County, Texas Population 2026

Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 243rd-largest in Texas

The population of Stonewall County, Texas is 1,244 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 243rd-largest county in Texas. The median household income is $61,250, the median home value is $54,700, and the median age is 46.5.

The population of Stonewall County has declined 17.4% since 2010 (1,496 → 1,235), a -1.36% annualized rate.

Stonewall County within Texas · Source: US Census TIGER/Line via us-atlas

1,244

Population

-1.36%

Annual growth

1

People / sq mi

$61,250

Median Income

$54,700

Median Home Value

Stonewall County covers 916 sq mi of land at 1.4 people per square mile.

About Stonewall County, TX

Housing cost is the defining feature of Stonewall County: the median home is valued at $54,700. With 1,244 residents, Stonewall County is a county in Texas.

Median household income is $61,250, below the US median of $78,538. Hardship is rare relative to US counties: a poverty rate of just 3.4%, below the national 12.4%. Home prices sit near the bottom of the range at $54,700, with typical rent around $620.

Degree attainment is on the lower side for US counties: 14.1% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national 35.0%. Almost everyone commutes — only 0.7% work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 17 minutes each way.

Stonewall County Population History (2010-2024)

The county of Stonewall County had a population of 1,496 in 2010 and 1,235 in 2024, a -17.4% growth over 14 years. The peak was 1,496 in 2010. Average annual growth rate: -1.34%.

2010 · 1K20102024
Stonewall County population, 2010–2024 · Source: U.S. Census Bureau — decennial census & Population Estimates

1,235

Population (2024)

1,496

Population (2010)

1,496

Peak (2010)

-1.34%

Avg Annual Growth

YearPopulation
20101,496
20111,463
20121,452
20131,418
20141,388
20151,400
20161,404
20171,374
20181,345
20191,336
20201,245
20211,213
20221,218
20231,220
20241,235

Race & Ethnicity

White92.2%
Black or African American0.6%
Asian0.0%
Hispanic or Latino (any race)0.0%
Two or More Races0.0%

Age & Sex

46.5

Median Age

52.3%

Female

47.7%

Male

25.6%

Age 65+

Age Distribution

Under 5
5.5%
5–9
4.7%
10–14
7.7%
15–19
10.2%
20–24
6.9%
25–34
7.1%
35–44
7.2%
45–54
11.1%
55–59
3.6%
60–64
10.4%
65–74
14.5%
75–84
7.9%
85+
3.2%

Children (under 15): 17.9% · Seniors (65+): 25.6%

Income & Poverty

Median household income$61,250$-15,042 vs state
Mean household income$113,326
Per-capita income$41,521
Poverty rate3.4%-7.1% vs state
Unemployment rate1.7%
Employment-to-population60.3%

Top Industries by Employment

Agriculture
29.9%
Professional & business services
19.6%
Construction
11.3%
Retail trade
9.0%
Education & health care
4.1%
Manufacturing
2.9%
Public administration
2.6%
Arts, entertainment & food
1.9%

The largest employment sector in Stonewall County is agriculture, accounting for 29.9% of workers.

How residents commute

0.0%

Drive alone

3.3%

Carpool

88.8%

Public transit

0.7%

Work from home

16.8 min

Avg commute

Housing

$54,700$-205,700 vs state

Median home value

$620

Median rent

85.9%

Homeownership rate

733

Total housing units

64.9%

Occupied

35.1%

Vacant

14.1%

Renter-occupied

Social & access

85.8%

With health insurance

88.7%

With broadband internet

15.7%

Foreign-born

6.6%

Veterans (18+)

17.2%

With a disability

90.9%

Speak language other than English at home

Education

84.5%

High School+

14.1%

Bachelor's+

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Frequently Asked Questions

Stonewall County, Texas has a population of 1,244 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 243rd-largest county in Texas. Population density is 1 people per square mile.

The population of Stonewall County has declined 17.4% since 2010 (1,496 → 1,235), a -1.36% annualized rate.

The median household income in Stonewall County, Texas is $61,250, with mean (average) household income of $113,326 and per-capita income of $41,521. 3.4% of residents live below the federal poverty level.

In Stonewall County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (92.2%), Black or African American (0.6%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.

The median age in Stonewall County, Texas is 46.5 years. Residents are 52.3% female and 47.7% male.

The median home value in Stonewall County is $54,700 and median monthly rent is $620. 85.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 733 total housing units, 35.1% of which are vacant.

The largest employment sector in Stonewall County, Texas is agriculture, forestry, fishing, and mining, employing 29.9% of workers. The unemployment rate is 1.7%.

Houston is among the largest cities associated with Stonewall County, Texas, with a population of 2,300,419.

Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.