Alpine, Texas Demographics & Population 2026
Demographic data: ACS 2020–2024 five-year estimates. Sources and methodology
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Alpine, Texas had a total population of 6,014, the 379th largest city in Texas, with a median household income of $60,139, which is 23% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 8.6%.
Alpine Quick Facts
How Alpine Changed
Change from the non-overlapping 2015–2019 ACS period to 2020–2024. Earlier dollar figures are adjusted to 2024 dollars; changes marked “no clear change” are within the combined 90% margins of error.
| Metric | 2015–2019 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 6,006 | 6,014 | No clear change (+0.1%) |
| Median household income | $57,213 | $60,139 | No clear change (+5.1%) |
| Median home value¹ | $184,114 | $219,800 | +19.4% |
| Median gross rent | $853 | $891 | No clear change (+4.5%) |
How Alpine Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
- White: 40.7%
- Black: 0.9%
- Hispanic: 49.6%
- Asian: 2.7%
- Other: 0.0%
Diversity Index
A diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.
State average: 67 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
- < High School: 8.8%
- HS Diploma: 13.5%
- Some College: 27.8%
- Associate's: 4.8%
- Bachelor's: 29.4%
- Graduate+: 15.6%
Alpine Rankings in Texas
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Other Cities in Brewster County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marathon | 283 | $45,635 | 17.7% | $240,000 |
| Terlingua | 178 | $46,094 | 1.7% | $109,700 |
| Study Butte | 114 | N/A | 1.8% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Alpine
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Edna | 6,027 | $59,600 | $117,800 | 15.4% | 24.6% |
| Hempstead | 6,137 | $60,041 | $160,700 | 6.8% | 22.6% |
| Littlefield | 5,822 | $60,636 | $79,400 | 15.6% | 14.7% |
| Gladewater | 6,227 | $58,810 | $174,000 | 20.5% | 22.5% |
| Childress | 5,834 | $57,644 | $85,900 | 9.6% | 14.4% |
Population Overview
Alpine is a small city located in Texas, within Brewster County. The total population is 6,014. It ranks as the 379th most populous out of 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Alpine is 39.5 years. This is 11% higher than the state median of 35.6 years. Only 14.0% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Alpine is $60,139. This is 23% lower than the state median of $78,476. It is also 26% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 8.6%. This is 37% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 4.1%. This is 22% lower than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $219,800. Housing costs are 23% lower than the state median of $283,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.7x. 65.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 5% higher than the state average of 62.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Alpine is Hispanic or Latino, making up 49.6% of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 40.7%. The Black or African American population (0.9%) is well below the state average of 11.9%. The Asian population (2.7%) is well below the state average of 5.5%.
Education
45.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 33% 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 91.2%. Notably, 15.6% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Alpine, 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 Alpine, Texas?
Alpine, Texas has a population of 6,014 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Alpine, TX?
The median household income in Alpine is $60,139, which is 26% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Alpine, TX?
The poverty rate in Alpine is 8.6%. This means approximately 486 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Alpine, Texas?
Alpine's population is 40.7% White, 0.9% Black, 49.6% Hispanic/Latino, and 2.7% Asian.
What is the median home value in Alpine, TX?
The median home value in Alpine is $219,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.7x.
How educated is Alpine, Texas?
45.1% of adults (25+) in Alpine hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 15.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.