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Hood County, Texas
Hood County, Texas. Hood County had 70,501 residents in 2025 by the Census Bureau's estimate, up 14.5% since 2020, faster than Texas (+8.8%). It holds 9 places (6 cities, villages and boroughs and 3 census-designated) and 14 census tracts. GEOID 48221.
Hood County is the county of the Granbury, TX micropolitan statistical area (the Census Bureau's July 2023 delineation).
Residents, July 2025 estimate
70,501
Census Bureau estimate (no margin published)
2020 Census count: 61,598 · ACS 2020-2024: 65,894
Median household income
$88,160
±$6,107 (90% margin)
Texas: $78,476
Median home value
$306,400
±$16,663 (90% margin)
Texas: $283,800
Median gross rent
$1,428
±$87 (90% margin)
Texas: $1,403
How many people live in Hood County, and is it growing?
The 2020 Census counted 61,598 residents in Hood County. The Census Bureau estimates 70,501 for July 1, 2025, up 14.5% since 2020, faster than Texas (+8.8%). The 2020-2024 American Community Survey puts the population at 65,894 over 421 square miles of land.
| Measure | Hood County | Texas | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total population | 65,894 | 30,188,424 | +7,576 |
| Households | 25,523±526 | 10,992,816 | +3,371 |
| Average household size | 2.54±0.05 | 2.69 | no clear change |
| Housing units | 29,066±89 | 12,128,515 | +2,670 |
Hood County's population since 2000
From 41,100 in 2000 to 70,501 in 2025: up 71.5%. 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 Hood County?
Hood County holds 9 places: 6 cities, villages and boroughs (incorporated places) and 3 census-designated places. The largest is Granbury with 13,263 residents (2025 estimate). Places that cross a county line are listed with the share of their 2020 residents who live in this county.
| Granbury | 10,958 | $73,516 |
|---|---|---|
| Pecan Plantation | 6,236 | $104,993 |
| DeCordova | 3,007 | $106,106 |
| Oak Trail Shores | 2,979 | $34,344 |
| Canyon Creek | 1,249 | $92,109 |
| Tolar | 941 | $91,250 |
| Cresson | 1,349 | $91,518 |
| Lipan | 505 | $77,500 |
| Stockton Bend | 380 | $180,450 |
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 Hood County?
The median resident of Hood County is 45.9 years old; 20.4% are under 18 and 25.6% are 65 or older. The largest group is non-Hispanic white residents at 80.8%, then Hispanic or Latino residents (of any race) at 13.8%. 4.4% of residents were born outside the United States.
| Measure | Hood County | Texas | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 45.9±0.4 | 35.6 | −1.1 |
| Under 18 years | 20.4% | 25.0% | – |
| 65 years and over | 25.6%±0.1 pts | 13.4% | – |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 13.8% | 39.7% | +1.4 pts |
| White alone, not Hispanic | 80.8%±0.4 pts | 39.1% | −3.4 pts |
| Black or African American alone, not Hispanic | 1.1%±0.3 pts | 11.9% | no clear change |
| Asian alone, not Hispanic | 0.7%±0.2 pts | 5.5% | no clear change |
| 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 | 3.0%±0.5 pts | 3.1% | – |
| Some other race alone, not Hispanic | 0.3%±0.3 pts | 0.4% | – |
| Born outside the United States | 4.4%±0.7 pts | 17.6% | +1.7 pts |
| Speak a language other than English at home (age 5+) | 9.6%±1.0 pts | 35.1% | – |
| Civilian veterans (age 18+) | 9.5%±0.9 pts | 6.2% | – |
| With a disability | 14.3%±1.0 pts | 12.3% | – |
| No health insurance coverage | 14.2%±1.6 pts | 17.1% | no clear change |
| High school graduate or higher (age 25+) | 92.4%±0.9 pts | 86.0% | – |
| Bachelor's degree or higher (age 25+) | 32.9%±1.8 pts | 33.8% | +6.5 pts |
| Graduate or professional degree (age 25+) | 10.2%±1.1 pts | 12.3% | – |
| Moved from another state in the past year | 1.3%±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 Hood County earn?
Half of Hood County's 25,523 households earn less than $88,160 a year (±$6,107), against $78,476 in Texas. In 2015-2019 the median was $78,815 in 2024 dollars, so it rose by $9,345 after inflation. 7.7% of residents live below the poverty line.
| Measure | Hood County | Texas | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $88,160±$6,107 | $78,476 | +$9,345 |
| Mean household income | $111,661±$5,322 | $109,933 | – |
| Per capita income | $43,607±$2,101 | $40,752 | no clear change |
| People below the poverty line | 7.7%±1.3 pts | 13.8% | no clear change |
| Children under 18 below the poverty line | 7.0%±2.5 pts | 18.7% | −7.5 pts |
| Households receiving SNAP | 4.6%±1.1 pts | 11.4% | – |
| Households with a broadband subscription | 93.4%±1.3 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 Hood County?
Owners occupy 81.2% of Hood County's occupied homes and renters 18.8%. The median owner-occupied home is valued at $306,400 by its owner (±$16,663). The median renter pays $1,428 a month including utilities, and 37.4% of renters pay 35% or more of their income on rent.
| Measure | Hood County | Texas | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value (owner-occupied) | $306,400±$16,663 | $283,800 | +$68,261 |
| Median gross rent | $1,428±$87 | $1,403 | +$245 |
| Renters paying 35% or more of income on rent | 37.4%±6.8 pts | 42.3% | no clear change |
| Median monthly owner costs, with a mortgage | $1,911±$79 | $2,106 | – |
| Owner-occupied homes | 81.2%±1.9 pts | 62.6% | +3.9 pts |
| Housing units | 29,066±89 | 12,128,515 | +2,670 |
| Homeowner vacancy rate | 1.2%±0.7 pts | 1.1% | – |
| Rental vacancy rate | 14.9%±5.4 pts | 7.7% | – |
| Single-family detached homes | 72.0%±2.3 pts | 64.4% | – |
| Mobile homes | 15.7%±1.8 pts | 6.4% | – |
| Built 2020 or later | 4.3%±0.9 pts | 4.0% | – |
| Built 1939 or earlier | 1.6%±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 Hood County building?
Builders took permits for 258 new housing units across Hood County in 2025 (258 single-family), 3.7 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 Hood County get to work?
77.0% of Hood County's workers drive alone and 14.4% work from home. The average trip to work takes 32.8 minutes. The unemployment rate in 2020-2024 averaged 5.6%.
| Measure | Hood County | Texas | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| In the labor force (age 16+) | 56.4%±1.5 pts | 65.3% | – |
| Unemployment rate | 5.6%±1.9 pts | 5.3% | no clear change |
| Drove alone to work | 77.0%±2.3 pts | 71.4% | – |
| Carpooled | 6.9%±1.2 pts | 10.0% | – |
| Public transportation | 0.0%±0.2 pts | 0.9% | – |
| Walked | 0.8%±0.5 pts | 1.5% | – |
| Worked from home | 14.4%±2.2 pts | 14.4% | +8.6 pts |
| Mean travel time to work | 32.8 min±1.4 | 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 Hood County's census tracts?
Hood County is divided into 14 census tracts. Among those with a reliable estimate, median household income runs from $34,656 (Tract 1602.15) to $114,777 (Tract 1602.18).
| Tract 160148221160100 | 5,392±528 | $75,804 |
|---|---|---|
| Tract 1602.0448221160204 | 3,934±369 | $94,808 |
| Tract 1602.0648221160206 | 4,889±469 | $64,023 |
| Tract 1602.1048221160210 | 6,277±661 | $110,127 |
| Tract 1602.1148221160211 | 4,496±639 | $69,712 |
| Tract 1602.1248221160212 | 4,143±580 | $84,590 |
| Tract 1602.1348221160213 | 4,332±314 | $113,649 |
| Tract 1602.1448221160214 | 4,284±536 | $109,898 |
| Tract 1602.1548221160215 | 3,330±539 | $34,656 |
| Tract 1602.1648221160216 | 3,279±462 | $87,829 |
| Tract 1602.1748221160217 | 4,906±690 | $103,510 |
| Tract 1602.1848221160218 | 4,899±494 | $114,777 |
| Tract 1603.0248221160302 | 5,710±755 | $77,951 |
| Tract 1603.0348221160303 | 6,023±618 | $78,203 |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) · Check it at data.census.gov
How does Hood County compare with Texas's other counties?
| Measure | Rank |
|---|---|
| Population | 55th of 253 |
| Growth 2020-2025 | 26th of 254 |
| Residents per square mile | 38th of 254 |
| Median household income | 23rd of 253 |
| Median home value | 26th of 247 |
| Median gross rent | 19th of 245 |
| Poverty rate | 222nd of 240 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 28th of 252 |
| Median age | 39th 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
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