Ben Bolt, Texas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Ben Bolt, Texas had a total population of 2,152, the 719th largest community in Texas, with a median household income of $61,741, which is 21% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 16.3%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.6x.
Ben Bolt Quick Facts
How Ben Bolt 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 | 2,391 | 2,152 | -10.0% |
| Median household income | $70,500 | $61,741 | -12.4% |
| Median home value | $156,700 | $100,000 | -36.2% |
How Ben Bolt 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+)
Ben Bolt Rankings in Texas
Explore Texas Rankings
Other Cities in Jim Wells County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alice | 17,707 | $48,676 | 31.4% | $131,100 |
| San Diego | 3,675 | $53,174 | 34.0% | $85,600 |
| Premont | 2,428 | $47,728 | 27.9% | $89,800 |
| Rancho Alegre | 1,337 | $49,202 | 23.7% | $51,100 |
| Orange Grove | 1,089 | $44,779 | 13.8% | $123,300 |
| Coyote Acres | 977 | $103,750 | 2.7% | N/A |
| Alice Acres | 819 | N/A | 56.8% | N/A |
| South La Paloma | 386 | $42,361 | 26.9% | N/A |
| K-Bar Ranch | 361 | $42,390 | 8.3% | $35,000 |
| Alfred | 227 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Ben Bolt
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Las Quintas Fronterizas | 2,203 | N/A | $145,000 | 2.9% | 29.9% |
| Idalou | 2,151 | $58,500 | $211,000 | 21.6% | 15.8% |
| Collinsville | 2,060 | $60,417 | $241,700 | 14.9% | 11.5% |
| Canadian | 2,241 | $58,811 | $161,600 | 15.3% | 6.6% |
| Freer | 2,253 | $64,145 | $95,500 | 9.7% | 20.1% |
Population Overview
Ben Bolt is a small community located in Texas, within Jim Wells County. The total population is 2,152. It ranks as the 719th most populous out of 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Ben Bolt is 34.8 years. This is 2% lower than the state median of 35.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Ben Bolt is $61,741. This is 21% lower than the state median of $78,476. It is also 24% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 16.3%. This is 18% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 7.5%. This is 43% higher than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $100,000. Housing costs are 65% lower than the state median of $283,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.6x, Ben Bolt is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 75.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 21% higher than the state average of 62.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Ben Bolt is Hispanic or Latino, making up 77.1% of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 22.7%. The Black or African American population (0.2%) is well below the state average of 11.9%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (77.1% vs 39.7%).
Education
17.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 50% 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 77.2%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Ben Bolt, 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.
Free data download: Get all Texas city and county demographics as CSV. Download Cities CSV | Download Counties CSV
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Ben Bolt, Texas?
Ben Bolt, Texas has a population of 2,152 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Ben Bolt, TX?
The median household income in Ben Bolt is $61,741, which is 24% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Ben Bolt, TX?
The poverty rate in Ben Bolt is 16.3%. This means approximately 350 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Ben Bolt, Texas?
Ben Bolt's population is 22.7% White, 0.2% Black, 77.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Ben Bolt, TX?
The median home value in Ben Bolt is $100,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.6x.
How educated is Ben Bolt, Texas?
17.0% of adults (25+) in Ben Bolt hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 3.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.