Deaf Smith County's 2026 population is estimated at 18,565, reflecting a 0.19% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Deaf Smith County is the 131st largest county in Texas. The 2010 population was 19,465 and has grown -4.62% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 31.3 years
Female: 33.3 years
Male: 30.1 years
There are 12,666 adults, (2,435 of whom are seniors) in Deaf Smith County.
Female: 8,929 (48.4%)
Male: 9,531 (51.6%)
The racial composition of Deaf Smith County includes 40.46% White, 16.93% other race, and smaller percentages for Black or African American, Native American, Asian and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 7,469 | 40.46% |
| Two or more races | 7,262 | 39.34% |
| Other race | 3,125 | 16.93% |
| Black or African American | 479 | 2.59% |
| Native American | 113 | 0.61% |
| Asian | 12 | 0.07% |
Deaf Smith County 's average per capita income is $42,585. Household income levels show a median of $60,799. The poverty rate stands at 17.67%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $79,539 | - |
| Families | $63,268 | $82,248 |
| Households | $60,799 | $75,276 |
| Non Families | $43,524 | $48,209 |
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