Texarkana

TX

Bowie County, Texas

Population 92K |Median income $59,803 |2 hospitals

Population
92,115
Bowie County
Median Income
$59,803
-12% vs avg
Median Home Value
$173,000
-24% vs avg
Median Age
38.5
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
92K-1%
Median Income
$59,803+41%
Median Home Value
$173,000+82%
Poverty Rate
16.2%-18%
Unemployment
4.4%-53%

Economics

Median Rent
$988/mo
Poverty Rate
16.2% +14% vs avg
Unemployment 4.4%
Bachelor's Degree+ 23.6%
Work From Home 6.5%
Public Transit 0.2%

Population

White 64.1%
African American 24.8%
Asian 1.4%
Two or More Ethnicities 1.1%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Short Sleep Duration
41.9%
High Blood Pressure
38.9%
Obesity
36.7%
Physical Inactivity
29.1%
Frequent Mental Distress
18.6%
Binge Drinking
16.1%
Current Smoking
16%
Frequent Physical Distress
14.6%
Lack of Health Insurance
14.1%
Diabetes
13.8%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 75.1%
Dental Visit 52.2%

Other Measures

Current Asthma
10.8%
Coronary Heart Disease
7.1%
Stroke
4.1%

Hospitals 2 total

Rating Distribution
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1
★★
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Average Rating
3.5/5
Total Hospitals
2
With ER
2
CHRISTUS ST MICHAEL HEALTH SYSTEM
TEXARKANA · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★☆
WADLEY REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER
TEXARKANA · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆

Alerts & News — Texarkana Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Red Flag Warning Issued for Deep South Texas: Critical Fire Weather Risk Through Monday

NOAA · 2d ago
Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Galveston Bay Through Sunday Night

NOAA · 2d ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for East Texas and Northwest Louisiana

NOAA · 3d ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Tyler and Jasper Counties in Southeast Texas

NOAA · 3d ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Jasper and Tyler Counties in Southeast Texas

NOAA · 3d ago
Disasters

FEMA Authorizes Fire Management Assistance for Corner Pocket Fire in Texas

FEMA · 3d ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Texarkana, TX? ▼
Texarkana, TX has a population of 92,115 people, located in Bowie County, Texas.
What is the median household income in Texarkana? ▼
The median household income in Texarkana, TX is $59,803 per year. The poverty rate is 16.2%.
What is the median home value in Texarkana? ▼
The median home value in Texarkana, TX is $173,000. Median rent is $988/month.
What are the top health concerns in Texarkana? ▼
The top health indicators in Texarkana include Short Sleep Duration (41.9%), High Blood Pressure (38.9%), Obesity (36.7%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Texarkana? ▼
Texarkana has 2 hospitals with an average rating of 3.5/5 stars. 2 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Texarkana? ▼
The median age in Texarkana, TX is 38.5 years. 23.6% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Texarkana, TX is located in Bowie County, Texas. With a population of 92K and a median household income of $59,803, the community faces health challenges including short sleep duration and high blood pressure. Residents have access to 2 hospitals with an average rating of 3.5/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Texarkana area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Bowie County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.