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Henderson County, Texas
Henderson County, Texas. Henderson County had 88,595 residents in 2025 by the Census Bureau's estimate, up 7.8% since 2020, slower than Texas (+8.8%). It holds 22 places (21 cities, villages and boroughs and 1 census-designated) and 28 census tracts. GEOID 48213.
Henderson County is the county of the Athens, TX micropolitan statistical area (the Census Bureau's July 2023 delineation).
Residents, July 2025 estimate
88,595
Census Bureau estimate (no margin published)
2020 Census count: 82,150 · ACS 2020-2024: 84,862
Median household income
$65,179
±$3,668 (90% margin)
Texas: $78,476
Median home value
$211,300
±$7,572 (90% margin)
Texas: $283,800
Median gross rent
$1,048
±$47 (90% margin)
Texas: $1,403
How many people live in Henderson County, and is it growing?
The 2020 Census counted 82,150 residents in Henderson County. The Census Bureau estimates 88,595 for July 1, 2025, up 7.8% since 2020, slower than Texas (+8.8%). The 2020-2024 American Community Survey puts the population at 84,862 over 874 square miles of land.
| Measure | Henderson County | Texas | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total population | 84,862 | 30,188,424 | +3,792 |
| Households | 33,575±572 | 10,992,816 | +2,818 |
| Average household size | 2.49±0.04 | 2.69 | −0.10 |
| Housing units | 41,852±82 | 12,128,515 | +606 |
Henderson County's population since 2000
From 73,277 in 2000 to 88,595 in 2025: up 20.9%. 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 Henderson County?
Henderson County holds 22 places: 21 cities, villages and boroughs (incorporated places) and 1 census-designated place. The largest is Athens with 13,870 residents (2025 estimate). Places that cross a county line are listed with the share of their 2020 residents who live in this county.
| Athens | 12,857 | $67,984 |
|---|---|---|
| Gun Barrel City | 6,190 | $71,310 |
| Chandler | 3,275 | $49,573 |
| Malakoff | 2,179 | $56,719 |
| Tool | 2,175 | $71,333 |
| Seven Points | 1,370 | $39,934 |
| Mabank | 4,050 | $54,889 |
| Brownsboro | 1,212 | $62,250 |
| Eustace | 1,137 | $68,250 |
| Trinidad | 860 | $50,333 |
| Berryville | 824 | $68,194 |
| Payne Springs | 741 | $63,145 |
| Log CabinGEOID 4843354 | 678 | $53,438 |
| Sunrise ShoresGEOID 4871236 | 598 | $72,500 |
| Murchison | 516 | $56,908 |
| Star Harbor | 482 | $107,083 |
| Enchanted Oaks | 347 | $79,250 |
| PoynorGEOID 4859192 | 287 | $86,750 |
| Coffee City | 249 | $55,625 |
| Caney CityGEOID 4812472 | 187 | $73,125 |
| Moore StationGEOID 4849272 | 160 | $36,979 |
| Frankston | 1,126 | $56,667 |
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 Henderson County?
The median resident of Henderson County is 43.8 years old; 21.4% are under 18 and 22.5% are 65 or older. The largest group is non-Hispanic white residents at 73.9%, then Hispanic or Latino residents (of any race) at 14.8%. 5.5% of residents were born outside the United States.
| Measure | Henderson County | Texas | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 43.8±0.4 | 35.6 | no clear change |
| Under 18 years | 21.4% | 25.0% | – |
| 65 years and over | 22.5%±0.1 pts | 13.4% | – |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 14.8% | 39.7% | +2.0 pts |
| White alone, not Hispanic | 73.9%±0.7 pts | 39.1% | −4.3 pts |
| Black or African American alone, not Hispanic | 5.1%±0.4 pts | 11.9% | −1.3 pts |
| Asian alone, not Hispanic | 0.8%±0.1 pts | 5.5% | +0.2 pts |
| American Indian and Alaska Native alone, not Hispanic | 0.2%±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 | 4.9%±0.7 pts | 3.1% | – |
| Some other race alone, not Hispanic | 0.3%±0.2 pts | 0.4% | – |
| Born outside the United States | 5.5%±0.6 pts | 17.6% | no clear change |
| Speak a language other than English at home (age 5+) | 10.9%±1.1 pts | 35.1% | – |
| Civilian veterans (age 18+) | 8.5%±0.8 pts | 6.2% | – |
| With a disability | 18.9%±1.0 pts | 12.3% | – |
| No health insurance coverage | 16.7%±1.1 pts | 17.1% | no clear change |
| High school graduate or higher (age 25+) | 88.1%±1.1 pts | 86.0% | – |
| Bachelor's degree or higher (age 25+) | 20.7%±1.5 pts | 33.8% | +3.4 pts |
| Graduate or professional degree (age 25+) | 6.9%±0.9 pts | 12.3% | – |
| Moved from another state in the past year | 1.9%±0.7 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 Henderson County earn?
Half of Henderson County's 33,575 households earn less than $65,179 a year (±$3,668), against $78,476 in Texas. In 2015-2019 the median was $58,280 in 2024 dollars, so it rose by $6,899 after inflation. 14.7% of residents live below the poverty line.
| Measure | Henderson County | Texas | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $65,179±$3,668 | $78,476 | +$6,899 |
| Mean household income | $86,325±$4,167 | $109,933 | – |
| Per capita income | $34,448±$1,560 | $40,752 | +$2,301 |
| People below the poverty line | 14.7%±1.7 pts | 13.8% | no clear change |
| Children under 18 below the poverty line | 20.7%±3.9 pts | 18.7% | −6.4 pts |
| Households receiving SNAP | 12.8%±1.4 pts | 11.4% | – |
| Households with a broadband subscription | 86.0%±1.6 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 Henderson County?
Owners occupy 77.8% of Henderson County's occupied homes and renters 22.2%. The median owner-occupied home is valued at $211,300 by its owner (±$7,572). The median renter pays $1,048 a month including utilities, and 44.3% of renters pay 35% or more of their income on rent.
| Measure | Henderson County | Texas | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value (owner-occupied) | $211,300±$7,572 | $283,800 | +$77,770 |
| Median gross rent | $1,048±$47 | $1,403 | +$82 |
| Renters paying 35% or more of income on rent | 44.3%±4.5 pts | 42.3% | no clear change |
| Median monthly owner costs, with a mortgage | $1,573±$57 | $2,106 | – |
| Owner-occupied homes | 77.8%±1.4 pts | 62.6% | +2.6 pts |
| Housing units | 41,852±82 | 12,128,515 | +606 |
| Homeowner vacancy rate | 1.0%±0.5 pts | 1.1% | – |
| Rental vacancy rate | 8.3%±3.0 pts | 7.7% | – |
| Single-family detached homes | 64.3%±1.8 pts | 64.4% | – |
| Mobile homes | 25.9%±1.4 pts | 6.4% | – |
| Built 2020 or later | 3.5%±0.8 pts | 4.0% | – |
| Built 1939 or earlier | 2.1%±0.5 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 Henderson County building?
Builders took permits for 176 new housing units across Henderson County in 2025 (166 single-family), 2.0 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 Henderson County get to work?
76.4% of Henderson County's workers drive alone and 8.9% work from home. The average trip to work takes 29.1 minutes. The unemployment rate in 2020-2024 averaged 4.9%.
| Measure | Henderson County | Texas | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| In the labor force (age 16+) | 54.0%±1.4 pts | 65.3% | – |
| Unemployment rate | 4.9%±0.9 pts | 5.3% | no clear change |
| Drove alone to work | 76.4%±1.9 pts | 71.4% | – |
| Carpooled | 11.5%±1.5 pts | 10.0% | – |
| Public transportation | 0.2%±0.2 pts | 0.9% | – |
| Walked | 1.5%±0.7 pts | 1.5% | – |
| Worked from home | 8.9%±1.6 pts | 14.4% | +4.8 pts |
| Mean travel time to work | 29.1 min±1.3 | 26.7 min | −3.0 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 Henderson County's census tracts?
Henderson County is divided into 28 census tracts. Among those with a reliable estimate, median household income runs from $32,941 (Tract 9512.02) to $101,607 (Tract 9511.01).
All 28 census tracts of Henderson County, with their figures
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) · Check it at data.census.gov
How does Henderson County compare with Texas's other counties?
| Measure | Rank |
|---|---|
| Population | 48th of 253 |
| Growth 2020-2025 | 55th of 254 |
| Residents per square mile | 50th of 254 |
| Median household income | 126th of 253 |
| Median home value | 70th of 247 |
| Median gross rent | 80th of 245 |
| Poverty rate | 117th of 240 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 123rd of 252 |
| Median age | 57th 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 Henderson 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.