County · Oklahoma
Texas County, Oklahoma
Texas County, Oklahoma. Texas County had 20,322 residents in 2025 by the Census Bureau's estimate, down 5.0% since 2020, while Oklahoma grew 4.1%. It holds 10 places (7 cities, villages and boroughs and 3 census-designated) and 6 census tracts. GEOID 40139.
Texas County is the county of the Guymon, OK micropolitan statistical area (the Census Bureau's July 2023 delineation).
Residents, July 2025 estimate
20,322
Census Bureau estimate (no margin published)
2020 Census count: 21,384 · ACS 2020-2024: 20,774
Median household income
$60,069
±$4,227 (90% margin)
Oklahoma: $65,039
Median home value
$163,500
±$10,787 (90% margin)
Oklahoma: $199,800
Median gross rent
$873
±$53 (90% margin)
Oklahoma: $1,014
How many people live in Texas County, and is it growing?
The 2020 Census counted 21,384 residents in Texas County. The Census Bureau estimates 20,322 for July 1, 2025, down 5.0% since 2020, while Oklahoma grew 4.1%. The 2020-2024 American Community Survey puts the population at 20,774 over 2,041 square miles of land.
| Measure | Texas County | Oklahoma | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total population | 20,774 | 4,028,634 | −31 |
| Households | 6,824±223 | 1,562,389 | no clear change |
| Average household size | 2.98±0.10 | 2.50 | no clear change |
| Housing units | 8,461±22 | 1,775,127 | +229 |
Texas County's population since 2000
From 20,107 in 2000 to 20,322 in 2025: up 1.1%. The 2000, 2010 and 2020 figures are census counts. The 2005 figure is the Census Bureau's intercensal estimate, revised to fit the 2000 and 2010 counts and drawn on 2010 boundaries; 2015 and 2025 are July 1 estimates made from the census before them.
Source: The 2000, 2010 and 2020 Census counts and the Census Bureau's population estimates (intercensal 2000-2010, Vintage 2020, Vintage 2025) · Census population estimates
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026); PEP Vintage 2025 (CO-EST2025); 2020 Census · Check it at data.census.gov
What cities and towns are in Texas County?
Texas County holds 10 places: 7 cities, villages and boroughs (incorporated places) and 3 census-designated places. The largest is Guymon with 12,241 residents (2025 estimate). Places that cross a county line are listed with the share of their 2020 residents who live in this county.
| Guymon | 12,965 | $60,075 |
|---|---|---|
| Hooker | 1,802 | $48,571 |
| Goodwell | 951 | $88,424 |
| Texhoma | 856 | $61,366 |
| TyroneGEOID 4075750 | 729 | $2,500 or less |
| OptimaGEOID 4055850 | 338 | not published |
| HardestyGEOID 4032550 | 205 | $87,808 |
| AdamsGEOID 4000300 | 148 | not published |
| BakerGEOID 4003900 | 37 | not published |
| HoughGEOID 4036115 | 20 | not published |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026); 2020 place-by-county parts · Check it at data.census.gov
Who lives in Texas County?
The median resident of Texas County is 33.0 years old; 28.8% are under 18 and 12.2% are 65 or older. The largest group is Hispanic or Latino residents (of any race) at 52.1%, then non-Hispanic white residents at 37.4%. 23.1% of residents were born outside the United States.
| Measure | Texas County | Oklahoma | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 33.0±0.9 | 37.0 | no clear change |
| Under 18 years | 28.8%±0.2 pts | 24.0% | – |
| 65 years and over | 12.2%±0.4 pts | 16.3% | – |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 52.1% | 12.7% | +6.2 pts |
| White alone, not Hispanic | 37.4%±0.8 pts | 62.1% | −6.6 pts |
| Black or African American alone, not Hispanic | 5.4%±1.7 pts | 6.8% | +3.0 pts |
| Asian alone, not Hispanic | 1.3%±0.9 pts | 2.4% | – |
| American Indian and Alaska Native alone, not Hispanic | 0.7%±0.2 pts | 6.6% | – |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander alone, not Hispanic | 0.0%±0.1 pts | 0.2% | – |
| Two or more races, not Hispanic | 2.9%±1.4 pts | 8.9% | – |
| Some other race alone, not Hispanic | 0.3%±0.2 pts | 0.3% | – |
| Born outside the United States | 23.1%±2.5 pts | 6.4% | −3.9 pts |
| Speak a language other than English at home (age 5+) | 44.6%±2.4 pts | 11.5% | – |
| Civilian veterans (age 18+) | 3.6%±1.2 pts | 7.9% | – |
| With a disability | 12.5%±1.9 pts | 17.2% | – |
| No health insurance coverage | 11.9%±2.2 pts | 12.9% | −7.0 pts |
| High school graduate or higher (age 25+) | 76.1%±3.5 pts | 89.4% | – |
| Bachelor's degree or higher (age 25+) | 22.1%±3.1 pts | 28.3% | no clear change |
| Graduate or professional degree (age 25+) | 7.7%±1.9 pts | 9.9% | – |
| Moved from another state in the past year | 2.3%±1.0 pts | 2.7% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profiles DP02, DP05) · Check it at data.census.gov
What do households in Texas County earn?
Half of Texas County's 6,824 households earn less than $60,069 a year (±$4,227), against $65,039 in Oklahoma. In 2015-2019 it was $64,343 in 2024 dollars; the margins of error cannot tell the two periods apart. 15.7% of residents live below the poverty line.
| Measure | Texas County | Oklahoma | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $60,069±$4,227 | $65,039 | no clear change |
| Mean household income | $72,837±$4,942 | $88,936 | – |
| Per capita income | $26,754±$1,584 | $35,624 | no clear change |
| People below the poverty line | 15.7%±3.3 pts | 15.3% | no clear change |
| Children under 18 below the poverty line | 19.7%±6.6 pts | 20.1% | no clear change |
| Households receiving SNAP | 6.7%±2.2 pts | 14.1% | – |
| Households with a broadband subscription | 87.4%±3.0 pts | 88.9% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP03) · Check it at data.census.gov
What does housing cost in Texas County?
Owners occupy 66.4% of Texas County's occupied homes and renters 33.6%. The median owner-occupied home is valued at $163,500 by its owner (±$10,787). The median renter pays $873 a month including utilities, and 35.0% of renters pay 35% or more of their income on rent.
| Measure | Texas County | Oklahoma | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value (owner-occupied) | $163,500±$10,787 | $199,800 | +$21,847 |
| Median gross rent | $873±$53 | $1,014 | no clear change |
| Renters paying 35% or more of income on rent | 35.0%±8.9 pts | 37.5% | +11.6 pts |
| Median monthly owner costs, with a mortgage | $1,441±$62 | $1,539 | – |
| Owner-occupied homes | 66.4%±4.4 pts | 65.8% | no clear change |
| Housing units | 8,461±22 | 1,775,127 | +229 |
| Homeowner vacancy rate | 0.5%±0.4 pts | 1.2% | – |
| Rental vacancy rate | 18.1%±6.3 pts | 6.5% | – |
| Single-family detached homes | 66.0%±3.8 pts | 72.7% | – |
| Mobile homes | 18.8%±3.2 pts | 8.2% | – |
| Built 2020 or later | 0.9%±0.7 pts | 2.0% | – |
| Built 1939 or earlier | 11.2%±2.6 pts | 6.9% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP04) · Check it at data.census.gov
How many new homes is Texas County building?
Builders took permits for 16 new housing units across Texas County in 2025 (16 single-family), 0.8 per 1,000 residents.
Source: Building Permits Survey, annual county files 2019-2025, U.S. Census Bureau · Census Building Permits Survey
How do people in Texas County get to work?
76.8% of Texas County's workers drive alone and 3.3% work from home. The average trip to work takes 16.9 minutes. The unemployment rate in 2020-2024 averaged 3.4%.
| Measure | Texas County | Oklahoma | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| In the labor force (age 16+) | 63.2%±2.8 pts | 61.2% | – |
| Unemployment rate | 3.4%±1.6 pts | 5.0% | no clear change |
| Drove alone to work | 76.8%±4.5 pts | 77.4% | – |
| Carpooled | 15.5%±4.3 pts | 9.7% | – |
| Public transportation | 0.9%±0.8 pts | 0.3% | – |
| Walked | 2.1%±0.7 pts | 1.8% | – |
| Worked from home | 3.3%±1.2 pts | 9.4% | no clear change |
| Mean travel time to work | 16.9 min±1.8 | 22.4 min | +2.3 min |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP03) · Check it at data.census.gov
What are Texas County's census tracts?
Texas County is divided into 6 census tracts. Among those with a reliable estimate, median household income runs from $45,382 (Tract 9506) to $71,164 (Tract 9509.02).
| Tract 950640139950600 | 3,677±533 | $45,382 |
|---|---|---|
| Tract 950740139950700 | 2,356±352 | $62,857 |
| Tract 950840139950800 | 6,558±696 | $53,500 |
| Tract 9509.0140139950901 | 1,517±350 | $42,256 |
| Tract 9509.0240139950902 | 4,915±582 | $71,164 |
| Tract 951040139951000 | 1,751±319 | $62,106 |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) · Check it at data.census.gov
How does Texas County compare with Oklahoma's other counties?
| Measure | Rank |
|---|---|
| Population | 39th of 77 |
| Growth 2020-2025 | 73rd of 77 |
| Residents per square mile | 58th of 77 |
| Median household income | 38th of 77 |
| Median home value | 28th of 77 |
| Median gross rent | 26th of 77 |
| Poverty rate | 52nd of 77 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 28th of 77 |
| Median age | 75th of 77 |
Source: PlainCities ranks from the American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) and PEP Vintage 2025 · How ranks are computed
How these figures are made: methodology and release checks · reading a margin of error · every state · corrections
Not on this page: crime, weather and schools for Texas County are other agencies' records. Crime: the FBI's Crime Data Explorer · climate: NOAA's U.S. Climate Normals · schools: the National Center for Education Statistics' school search.