Banquete, Texas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Banquete, Texas had a total population of 619, the 1200th largest community in Texas, with a median household income of $94,639, which is 21% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 14.4%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 5.5% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Banquete Quick Facts
How Banquete 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 | 488 | 619 | +26.8% |
| Median household income | $108,617 | $94,639 | -12.9% |
How Banquete Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
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+)
Banquete Rankings in Texas
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Other Cities in Nueces County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Corpus Christi | 317,419 | $67,394 | 17.1% | $210,400 |
| Portland | 20,543 | $83,865 | 9.0% | $234,800 |
| Robstown | 10,236 | $34,436 | 32.1% | $103,000 |
| Ingleside | 9,997 | $69,464 | 10.0% | $189,200 |
| Aransas Pass | 8,972 | $63,021 | 14.8% | $235,500 |
| Port Aransas | 3,268 | $88,947 | 10.8% | $588,700 |
| Bishop | 3,103 | $58,152 | 24.6% | $111,800 |
| North San Pedro | 721 | $37,028 | 50.5% | $86,200 |
| Spring Gardens | 622 | $44,708 | 5.5% | $157,700 |
| Sandy Hollow-Escondidas | 539 | N/A | 82.2% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Banquete
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Port O'Connor | 620 | $95,593 | $415,300 | 41.5% | 0.2% |
| Rocksprings | 625 | N/A | $54,900 | 6.5% | 44.2% |
| Horseshoe Bend | 606 | N/A | $116,800 | 20.1% | 18.1% |
| Big Thicket Lake Estates | 596 | N/A | $107,200 | 25.3% | 35.1% |
| Seco Mines | 644 | N/A | N/A | 24.3% | 83.1% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 619, Banquete'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
Banquete is a small community located in Texas, within Nueces County. The total population is 619. It ranks as the 1200th most populous out of 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Banquete is 35.9 years. This is about the same as the state median of 35.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Banquete is $94,639. This is 21% higher than the state median of $78,476. It is also 17% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 14.4%. This is 4% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Banquete, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 53.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 14% lower than the state average of 62.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
Banquete has a predominantly Hispanic or Latino population, comprising 85.6% of all residents. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 3.5%. The White (non-Hispanic) population (3.5%) is well below the state average of 39.1%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (85.6% vs 39.7%).
Education
5.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 84% lower 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 72.3%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Banquete, 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 Banquete, Texas?
Banquete, Texas has a population of 619 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Banquete, TX?
The median household income in Banquete is $94,639, which is 17% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Banquete, TX?
The poverty rate in Banquete is 14.4%. This means approximately 89 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Banquete, Texas?
Banquete's population is 3.5% White, 0.0% Black, 85.6% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Banquete, TX?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Banquete — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Banquete, Texas?
5.5% of adults (25+) in Banquete hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.