Barrera, Texas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Barrera, Texas had a total population of 49, the 1732nd largest community in Texas. The poverty rate is 73.5%.
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 (73.5%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Only 0.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Barrera Quick Facts
How Barrera 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 | 208 | 49 | -76.4% |
How Barrera 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+)
Barrera Rankings in Texas
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Other Cities in Starr County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rio Grande City | 15,396 | $44,577 | 30.8% | $113,200 |
| Roma | 11,545 | $24,579 | 37.1% | $94,400 |
| Escobares | 2,573 | $29,844 | 44.3% | $72,800 |
| Las Lomas | 2,154 | $24,583 | 37.0% | $87,200 |
| Mikes | 1,688 | $49,375 | 19.9% | $95,000 |
| La Grulla | 1,341 | $37,308 | 19.2% | $54,400 |
| Alto Bonito Heights | 1,121 | $35,625 | 81.0% | N/A |
| Mi Ranchito Estate | 1,091 | N/A | 9.2% | $217,200 |
| Nina | 965 | $43,553 | 12.4% | N/A |
| West Alto Bonito | 822 | $40,896 | 44.9% | $82,300 |
Cities Similar to Barrera
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| El Socio | 49 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 36.7% |
| Iago | 49 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Sun Valley | 49 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 18.4% |
| Glazier | 48 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Lago Vista | 48 | N/A | N/A | 74.3% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 49, Barrera'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
Barrera is a small community located in Texas, within Starr County. The total population is 49. It ranks as the 1732nd most populous out of 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Barrera is 61.7 years. This is 73% higher than the state median of 35.6 years. 26.5% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 73.5%. This is 433% 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. The survey records no unemployed residents in Barrera, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 14.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 77% lower than the state average of 62.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Barrera was recorded as Hispanic or Latino. A figure of exactly 100.0% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
Education
0.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 0.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Barrera, 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 Barrera, Texas?
Barrera, Texas has a population of 49 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Barrera, TX?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Barrera — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Barrera, TX?
The poverty rate in Barrera is 73.5%. This means approximately 36 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Barrera, Texas?
Barrera's population is 0.0% White, 0.0% Black, 100.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Barrera, TX?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Barrera — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Barrera, Texas?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Barrera hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.