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Ellis County, Texas
Ellis County, Texas. Ellis County had 240,867 residents in 2025 by the Census Bureau's estimate, up 25.2% since 2020, faster than Texas (+8.8%). It holds 21 places (20 cities, villages and boroughs and 1 census-designated) and 36 census tracts. GEOID 48139.
Ellis County is one of the 11 counties of the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX metropolitan statistical area (the Census Bureau's July 2023 delineation).
Residents, July 2025 estimate
240,867
Census Bureau estimate (no margin published)
2020 Census count: 192,455 · ACS 2020-2024: 213,160
Median household income
$99,595
±$3,164 (90% margin)
Texas: $78,476
Median home value
$348,600
±$5,457 (90% margin)
Texas: $283,800
Median gross rent
$1,594
±$53 (90% margin)
Texas: $1,403
How many people live in Ellis County, and is it growing?
The 2020 Census counted 192,455 residents in Ellis County. The Census Bureau estimates 240,867 for July 1, 2025, up 25.2% since 2020, faster than Texas (+8.8%). The 2020-2024 American Community Survey puts the population at 213,160 over 936 square miles of land.
| Measure | Ellis County | Texas | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total population | 213,160 | 30,188,424 | +39,388 |
| Households | 71,759±597 | 10,992,816 | +14,452 |
| Average household size | 2.94±0.02 | 2.69 | −0.06 |
| Housing units | 75,422±218 | 12,128,515 | +13,700 |
Ellis County's population since 2000
From 111,360 in 2000 to 240,867 in 2025: up 116.3%. 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 Ellis County?
Ellis County holds 21 places: 20 cities, villages and boroughs (incorporated places) and 1 census-designated place. The largest is Waxahachie with 50,090 residents (2025 estimate). Places that cross a county line are listed with the share of their 2020 residents who live in this county.
| Waxahachie | 41,140 | $85,723 |
|---|---|---|
| Midlothian | 35,125 | $126,641 |
| Ennis | 20,159 | $75,074 |
| Red Oak | 14,222 | $104,561 |
| Glenn Heights | 15,819 | $81,718 |
| Ovilla | 4,304 | $131,434 |
| Ferris | 2,788 | $89,722 |
| Palmer, Ellis County | 2,393 | $104,258 |
| Italy | 1,926 | $60,754 |
| Oak Leaf | 1,552 | $131,806 |
| Maypearl | 939 | $69,550 |
| Garrett | 829 | $79,792 |
| Pecan Hill | 735 | $104,712 |
| Milford | 722 | $30,850 |
| BristolGEOID 4810336 | 714 | $101,653 |
| Cedar Hill | 49,148 | $101,909 |
| Bardwell | 625 | $61,000 |
| Mansfield | 72,602 | $121,126 |
| Venus | 4,361 | $106,023 |
| Alma | 373 | $108,750 |
| Grand Prairie | 196,100 | $81,619 |
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 Ellis County?
The median resident of Ellis County is 36.3 years old; 26.4% are under 18 and 13.0% are 65 or older. The largest group is non-Hispanic white residents at 52.7%, then Hispanic or Latino residents (of any race) at 28.2%. 8.5% of residents were born outside the United States.
| Measure | Ellis County | Texas | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 36.3±0.2 | 35.6 | no clear change |
| Under 18 years | 26.4%±0.1 pts | 25.0% | – |
| 65 years and over | 13.0%±0.1 pts | 13.4% | – |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 28.2% | 39.7% | +2.0 pts |
| White alone, not Hispanic | 52.7%±0.2 pts | 39.1% | −8.1 pts |
| Black or African American alone, not Hispanic | 14.4%±0.4 pts | 11.9% | +4.6 pts |
| Asian alone, not Hispanic | 0.8%±0.1 pts | 5.5% | +0.2 pts |
| American Indian and Alaska Native alone, not Hispanic | 0.1%±0.1 pts | 0.1% | – |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander alone, not Hispanic | 0.1%±0.1 pts | 0.1% | – |
| Two or more races, not Hispanic | 3.2%±0.5 pts | 3.1% | – |
| Some other race alone, not Hispanic | 0.5%±0.2 pts | 0.4% | – |
| Born outside the United States | 8.5%±0.6 pts | 17.6% | no clear change |
| Speak a language other than English at home (age 5+) | 20.3%±0.9 pts | 35.1% | – |
| Civilian veterans (age 18+) | 6.7%±0.6 pts | 6.2% | – |
| With a disability | 11.7%±0.7 pts | 12.3% | – |
| No health insurance coverage | 15.0%±1.1 pts | 17.1% | no clear change |
| High school graduate or higher (age 25+) | 88.2%±1.0 pts | 86.0% | – |
| Bachelor's degree or higher (age 25+) | 30.1%±1.3 pts | 33.8% | +5.8 pts |
| Graduate or professional degree (age 25+) | 10.2%±0.8 pts | 12.3% | – |
| Moved from another state in the past year | 1.7%±0.5 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 Ellis County earn?
Half of Ellis County's 71,759 households earn less than $99,595 a year (±$3,164), against $78,476 in Texas. In 2015-2019 the median was $94,605 in 2024 dollars, so it rose by $4,990 after inflation. 6.9% of residents live below the poverty line.
| Measure | Ellis County | Texas | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $99,595±$3,164 | $78,476 | +$4,990 |
| Mean household income | $117,930±$3,281 | $109,933 | – |
| Per capita income | $40,925±$1,274 | $40,752 | no clear change |
| People below the poverty line | 6.9%±1.0 pts | 13.8% | −1.9 pts |
| Children under 18 below the poverty line | 8.1%±2.0 pts | 18.7% | −4.9 pts |
| Households receiving SNAP | 6.8%±0.9 pts | 11.4% | – |
| Households with a broadband subscription | 92.5%±0.9 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 Ellis County?
Owners occupy 75.8% of Ellis County's occupied homes and renters 24.2%. The median owner-occupied home is valued at $348,600 by its owner (±$5,457). The median renter pays $1,594 a month including utilities, and 42.5% of renters pay 35% or more of their income on rent.
| Measure | Ellis County | Texas | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value (owner-occupied) | $348,600±$5,457 | $283,800 | +$113,045 |
| Median gross rent | $1,594±$53 | $1,403 | +$297 |
| Renters paying 35% or more of income on rent | 42.5%±3.9 pts | 42.3% | no clear change |
| Median monthly owner costs, with a mortgage | $2,258±$35 | $2,106 | – |
| Owner-occupied homes | 75.8%±1.3 pts | 62.6% | no clear change |
| Housing units | 75,422±218 | 12,128,515 | +13,700 |
| Homeowner vacancy rate | 0.8%±0.4 pts | 1.1% | – |
| Rental vacancy rate | 3.8%±1.6 pts | 7.7% | – |
| Single-family detached homes | 78.3%±1.3 pts | 64.4% | – |
| Mobile homes | 7.5%±0.7 pts | 6.4% | – |
| Built 2020 or later | 8.3%±0.7 pts | 4.0% | – |
| Built 1939 or earlier | 3.4%±0.4 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 Ellis County building?
Builders took permits for 3,678 new housing units across Ellis County in 2025 (3,230 single-family), 15.3 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 Ellis County get to work?
77.0% of Ellis County's workers drive alone and 12.4% work from home. The average trip to work takes 30.3 minutes. The unemployment rate in 2020-2024 averaged 4.5%.
| Measure | Ellis County | Texas | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| In the labor force (age 16+) | 68.2%±1.0 pts | 65.3% | – |
| Unemployment rate | 4.5%±0.6 pts | 5.3% | +1.1 pts |
| Drove alone to work | 77.0%±1.4 pts | 71.4% | – |
| Carpooled | 8.9%±0.9 pts | 10.0% | – |
| Public transportation | 0.1%±0.1 pts | 0.9% | – |
| Walked | 0.7%±0.2 pts | 1.5% | – |
| Worked from home | 12.4%±1.0 pts | 14.4% | +6.4 pts |
| Mean travel time to work | 30.3 min±0.8 | 26.7 min | no clear change |
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 Ellis County's census tracts?
Ellis County is divided into 36 census tracts. Among those with a reliable estimate, median household income runs from $54,968 (Tract 604) to $152,776 (Tract 608.01).
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) · Check it at data.census.gov
How does Ellis County compare with Texas's other counties?
| Measure | Rank |
|---|---|
| Population | 25th of 253 |
| Growth 2020-2025 | 7th of 254 |
| Residents per square mile | 31st of 254 |
| Median household income | 12th of 253 |
| Median home value | 14th of 247 |
| Median gross rent | 10th of 245 |
| Poverty rate | 231st of 240 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 38th of 252 |
| Median age | 183rd 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 Ellis 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.