County · Texas
Eastland County, Texas
Eastland County, Texas. Eastland County had 18,143 residents in 2025 by the Census Bureau's estimate, up 2.2% since 2020, slower than Texas (+8.8%). It holds 6 places (6 cities, villages and boroughs) and 7 census tracts. GEOID 48133.
Residents, July 2025 estimate
18,143
Census Bureau estimate (no margin published)
2020 Census count: 17,725 · ACS 2020-2024: 18,011
Median household income
$53,549
±$6,005 (90% margin)
Texas: $78,476
Median home value
$134,800
±$33,456 (90% margin)
Texas: $283,800
Median gross rent
$866
±$135 (90% margin)
Texas: $1,403
How many people live in Eastland County, and is it growing?
The 2020 Census counted 17,725 residents in Eastland County. The Census Bureau estimates 18,143 for July 1, 2025, up 2.2% since 2020, slower than Texas (+8.8%). The 2020-2024 American Community Survey puts the population at 18,011 over 927 square miles of land.
| Measure | Eastland County | Texas | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total population | 18,011 | 30,188,424 | −262 |
| Households | 7,236±307 | 10,992,816 | +744 |
| Average household size | 2.36±0.10 | 2.69 | −0.30 |
| Housing units | 9,384±30 | 12,128,515 | −1,002 |
Eastland County's population since 2000
From 18,297 in 2000 to 18,143 in 2025: down 0.8%. 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 Eastland County?
Eastland County holds 6 places: 6 cities, villages and boroughs (incorporated places). The largest is Cisco with 3,980 residents (2025 estimate). Places that cross a county line are listed with the share of their 2020 residents who live in this county.
| Cisco | 3,883 | $58,550 |
|---|---|---|
| Eastland | 3,609 | $51,776 |
| Ranger | 2,300 | $34,336 |
| Gorman | 976 | $19,444 |
| Rising Star | 756 | $37,037 |
| CarbonGEOID 4812736 | 281 | $80,500 |
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 Eastland County?
The median resident of Eastland County is 43.1 years old; 21.1% are under 18 and 21.9% are 65 or older. The largest group is non-Hispanic white residents at 76.9%, then Hispanic or Latino residents (of any race) at 17.3%. 4.8% of residents were born outside the United States.
| Measure | Eastland County | Texas | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 43.1±1.3 | 35.6 | +1.9 |
| Under 18 years | 21.1%±0.4 pts | 25.0% | – |
| 65 years and over | 21.9%±0.5 pts | 13.4% | – |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 17.3% | 39.7% | +0.9 pts |
| White alone, not Hispanic | 76.9%±0.5 pts | 39.1% | −2.4 pts |
| Black or African American alone, not Hispanic | 2.2%±0.5 pts | 11.9% | no clear change |
| Asian alone, not Hispanic | 0.5%±0.3 pts | 5.5% | – |
| American Indian and Alaska Native alone, not Hispanic | 0.3%±0.2 pts | 0.1% | – |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander alone, not Hispanic | 0.0%±0.1 pts | 0.1% | – |
| Two or more races, not Hispanic | 2.7%±0.7 pts | 3.1% | – |
| Some other race alone, not Hispanic | 0.2%±0.3 pts | 0.4% | – |
| Born outside the United States | 4.8%±1.5 pts | 17.6% | no clear change |
| Speak a language other than English at home (age 5+) | 13.4%±1.8 pts | 35.1% | – |
| Civilian veterans (age 18+) | 8.8%±1.2 pts | 6.2% | – |
| With a disability | 17.5%±2.2 pts | 12.3% | – |
| No health insurance coverage | 15.3%±1.9 pts | 17.1% | no clear change |
| High school graduate or higher (age 25+) | 84.8%±2.4 pts | 86.0% | – |
| Bachelor's degree or higher (age 25+) | 21.8%±3.5 pts | 33.8% | +5.8 pts |
| Graduate or professional degree (age 25+) | 7.6%±2.1 pts | 12.3% | – |
| Moved from another state in the past year | 1.1%±0.9 pts | 2.0% | – |
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 Eastland County earn?
Half of Eastland County's 7,236 households earn less than $53,549 a year (±$6,005), against $78,476 in Texas. In 2015-2019 the median was $45,875 in 2024 dollars, so it rose by $7,674 after inflation. 16.2% of residents live below the poverty line.
| Measure | Eastland County | Texas | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $53,549±$6,005 | $78,476 | +$7,674 |
| Mean household income | $75,608±$6,304 | $109,933 | – |
| Per capita income | $31,299±$2,526 | $40,752 | no clear change |
| People below the poverty line | 16.2%±2.8 pts | 13.8% | no clear change |
| Children under 18 below the poverty line | 22.0%±6.2 pts | 18.7% | no clear change |
| Households receiving SNAP | 11.8%±2.8 pts | 11.4% | – |
| Households with a broadband subscription | 87.6%±2.5 pts | 91.4% | – |
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 Eastland County?
Owners occupy 71.6% of Eastland County's occupied homes and renters 28.4%. The median owner-occupied home is valued at $134,800 by its owner (±$33,456). The median renter pays $866 a month including utilities, and 35.2% of renters pay 35% or more of their income on rent.
| Measure | Eastland County | Texas | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value (owner-occupied) | $134,800±$33,456 | $283,800 | +$43,852 |
| Median gross rent | $866±$135 | $1,403 | +$171 |
| Renters paying 35% or more of income on rent | 35.2%±7.6 pts | 42.3% | no clear change |
| Median monthly owner costs, with a mortgage | $1,507±$169 | $2,106 | – |
| Owner-occupied homes | 71.6%±3.7 pts | 62.6% | no clear change |
| Housing units | 9,384±30 | 12,128,515 | −1,002 |
| Homeowner vacancy rate | 1.6%±1.5 pts | 1.1% | – |
| Rental vacancy rate | 4.9%±3.2 pts | 7.7% | – |
| Single-family detached homes | 77.1%±3.0 pts | 64.4% | – |
| Mobile homes | 12.7%±2.5 pts | 6.4% | – |
| Built 2020 or later | 3.0%±1.2 pts | 4.0% | – |
| Built 1939 or earlier | 18.7%±2.7 pts | 3.1% | – |
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 Eastland County building?
Builders took permits for 75 new housing units across Eastland County in 2025 (23 single-family), 4.1 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 Eastland County get to work?
78.0% of Eastland County's workers drive alone and 4.9% work from home. The average trip to work takes 25.6 minutes. The unemployment rate in 2020-2024 averaged 4.7%.
| Measure | Eastland County | Texas | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| In the labor force (age 16+) | 56.7%±2.6 pts | 65.3% | – |
| Unemployment rate | 4.7%±1.6 pts | 5.3% | no clear change |
| Drove alone to work | 78.0%±3.8 pts | 71.4% | – |
| Carpooled | 14.0%±3.4 pts | 10.0% | – |
| Public transportation | 0.1%±0.2 pts | 0.9% | – |
| Walked | 2.0%±1.3 pts | 1.5% | – |
| Worked from home | 4.9%±1.7 pts | 14.4% | – |
| Mean travel time to work | 25.6 min±2.6 | 26.7 min | +4.8 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 Eastland County's census tracts?
Eastland County is divided into 7 census tracts. Among those with a reliable estimate, median household income runs from $38,256 (Tract 9501) to $85,469 (Tract 9502.01).
| Tract 950148133950100 | 3,112±387 | $38,256 |
|---|---|---|
| Tract 9502.0148133950201 | 1,172±415 | $85,469 |
| Tract 9502.0248133950202 | 4,561±218 | $52,426 |
| Tract 9503.0148133950301 | 3,616±167 | $56,400 |
| Tract 9503.0248133950302 | 1,722±330 | $68,571 |
| Tract 950448133950400 | 1,754±245 | $59,911 |
| Tract 950548133950500 | 2,074±302 | $51,531 |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) · Check it at data.census.gov
How does Eastland County compare with Texas's other counties?
| Measure | Rank |
|---|---|
| Population | 132nd of 253 |
| Growth 2020-2025 | 129th of 254 |
| Residents per square mile | 137th of 254 |
| Median household income | 212th of 253 |
| Median home value | 169th of 247 |
| Median gross rent | 162nd of 245 |
| Poverty rate | 91st of 240 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 108th of 252 |
| Median age | 66th of 254 |
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 Eastland 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.