Mitchell County's 2026 population is estimated at 8,696, reflecting a -1.54% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Mitchell County is the 175th largest county in Texas. The 2010 population was 9,411 and has grown -7.6% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 36.7 years
Female: 45.4 years
Male: 34 years
There are 7,171 adults, (1,317 of whom are seniors) in Mitchell County.
Female: 3,291 (36.5%)
Male: 5,727 (63.5%)
The racial composition of Mitchell County includes 61.37% White, 8.47% Black or African American, 8.04% other race, and smaller percentages for Asian, Native American and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 5,534 | 61.37% |
| Two or more races | 1,835 | 20.35% |
| Black or African American | 764 | 8.47% |
| Other race | 725 | 8.04% |
| Asian | 87 | 0.96% |
| Native American | 73 | 0.81% |
Mitchell County 's average per capita income is $43,473. Household income levels show a median of $60,550. The poverty rate stands at 13.8%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $100,020 | - |
| Families | $90,500 | $109,084 |
| Households | $60,550 | $86,207 |
| Non Families | $32,384 | $42,281 |
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