Acala, Texas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Acala, Texas had a total population of 29, the 1757th largest community in Texas. The poverty rate is 100.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (100.0%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- 50.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — top 10% in Texas.
Acala Quick Facts
How Acala Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 31 | 29 | -6.5% |
How Acala Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 67 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Acala Rankings in Texas
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Other Cities in Hudspeth County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fort Hancock | 1,345 | $48,000 | 12.3% | $52,800 |
| Sierra Blanca | 734 | $55,063 | 33.9% | $60,600 |
| Dell City | 82 | N/A | 9.8% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Acala
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spofford | 29 | $87,031 | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Lelia Lake | 30 | N/A | N/A | 28.6% | 0.0% |
| Bonanza Hills | 28 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Driftwood | 28 | N/A | N/A | 32.1% | 0.0% |
| Villa del Sol | 31 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 29, Acala's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Acala is a small community located in Texas, within Hudspeth County. The total population is 29. It ranks as the 1757th most populous out of 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Acala is 22.6 years. This is 37% lower than the state median of 35.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 100.0%. This is 625% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. 100.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 60% higher than the state average of 62.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
Acala has a predominantly Hispanic or Latino population, comprising 93.1% of all residents. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 6.9%. The White (non-Hispanic) population (6.9%) is well below the state average of 39.1%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (93.1% vs 39.7%).
Education
50.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This places Acala in the top 10% of all cities in the state for educational attainment. This is 48% higher than the state rate of 33.8%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 50.0%. Notably, 50.0% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Acala, Texas is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Texas state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Acala, Texas?
Acala, Texas has a population of 29 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Acala, TX?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Acala — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Acala, TX?
The poverty rate in Acala is 100.0%. This means approximately 29 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Acala, Texas?
Acala's population is 6.9% White, 0.0% Black, 93.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Acala, TX?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Acala — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Acala, Texas?
50.0% of adults (25+) in Acala hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 50.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.