Blue Mound city, Texas Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Blue Mound city, Texas Demographics
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As of 2026, Blue Mound city, Texas has a total population of 2,372, the 673rd largest city in Texas, with a median household income of $64,665, which is 15% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 6.5%.

Key Takeaways

Only 8.3% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.0%.

Blue Mound city Quick Facts

Population 2,372

Median Household Income $64,665

Median Home Value $184,100

Poverty Rate 6.5%

Unemployment Rate 3.5%

Median Age 38.2 years

Homeownership Rate 79.8%

Affordability Ratio 2.8x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 8.3%

High School Graduation Rate 71.7%

Diversity Index 54/100

Population 2,372 673rd of 1,800

Median Income $64,665 average

Poverty Rate 6.5% 48% lower national

Median Home Value $184,100 average

How Blue Mound city Compares

Median Household Income

Blue Mound city

$64,665

$76,292

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Blue Mound city

$184,100

$260,400

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 10.2%

$25K-$50K 21.5%

$50K-$100K 45.8%

$100K+ 22.6%

Employment

3.5% Unemployment Rate State: 5.1% | National: 5.2%

63.9% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 79.8%

Renter 20.2%

Affordability Index Very Affordable

2.8x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

25.6%

18-34

20.5%

35-54

24.6%

55-74

26.6%

75+

2.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Moderate Diversity

Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.

State average: 67 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Blue Mound city Rankings in Texas

#673 Population of 1,800

#733 Median Income of 1,800

#1401 Education of 1,800

#631 Home Value of 1,800

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Cities Similar to Blue Mound city

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Quitman city	2,368	$61,387	$179,100	18.0%	13.5%
Blanco city	2,336	$67,292	$253,700	31.1%	9.9%
Pantego town	2,467	$64,955	$336,200	42.8%	12.3%
Canadian city	2,314	$61,384	$156,300	19.4%	3.4%
Ben Bolt CDP	2,391	$70,500	$156,700	21.2%	14.7%

Population Overview

Blue Mound city is a small community located in Texas. The total population is 2,372. It ranks as the 673rd most populous out of 1,800 cities and towns in Texas.

Age Demographics

The median age in Blue Mound city is 38.2 years. This is 8% higher than the state median of 35.5 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Blue Mound city is $64,665. This is 15% lower than the state median of $76,292. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 18% lower. The poverty rate stands at 6.5%. This is 53% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 3.5%. This is 32% lower than the state rate of 5.1%. The median home value is $184,100. Housing costs are 29% lower than the state median of $260,400. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.8x, Blue Mound city is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 79.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 28% higher than the state average of 62.6%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Blue Mound city is Hispanic or Latino, making up 54.9% of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 40.2%. The Black or African American population (1.4%) is well below the state average of 11.9%. The Asian population (2.0%) is well below the state average of 5.3%.

Education

8.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 75% lower than the state rate of 33.1%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 71.7%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Blue Mound city, Texas is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. Comparisons are made against Texas state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 1,800 Census-designated places in Texas. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Blue Mound city, Texas?

Blue Mound city, Texas has a population of 2,372 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Blue Mound city, TX?

The median household income in Blue Mound city is $64,665, which is 18% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Blue Mound city, TX?

The poverty rate in Blue Mound city is 6.5%. This means approximately 154 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Blue Mound city, Texas?

Blue Mound city's population is 40.2% White, 1.4% Black, 54.9% Hispanic/Latino, and 2.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Blue Mound city, TX?

The median home value in Blue Mound city is $184,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.8x.

How educated is Blue Mound city, Texas?

8.3% of adults (25+) in Blue Mound city hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 2.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.