Boerne, Texas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Boerne, Texas had a total population of 20,518, the 156th largest city in Texas, with a median household income of $84,541, which is 8% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 6.8%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- 47.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — top 10% in Texas.
Boerne Quick Facts
How Boerne 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 | 19,509 | 20,518 | +5.2% |
| Median household income | $86,838 | $84,541 | -2.6% |
| Median home value | $437,100 | $457,900 | +4.8% |
How Boerne 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
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 67 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Boerne Rankings in Texas
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Other Cities in Kendall County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Comfort | 1,565 | $80,580 | 8.5% | $330,200 |
Cities Similar to Boerne
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portland | 20,543 | $83,865 | $234,800 | 25.7% | 9.0% |
| Angleton | 19,972 | $86,712 | $212,900 | 22.4% | 10.4% |
| Universal City | 20,189 | $74,811 | $269,600 | 33.6% | 8.8% |
| Manor | 18,603 | $84,529 | $347,900 | 34.5% | 9.8% |
| Dickinson | 21,753 | $91,779 | $278,000 | 25.5% | 12.0% |
Population Overview
Boerne is a small city located in Texas, within Kendall County. The total population is 20,518. It ranks as the 156th most populous out of 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Boerne is 38.7 years. This is 9% higher than the state median of 35.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Boerne is $84,541. This is 8% higher than the state median of $78,476. It is also 5% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 6.8%. This is 51% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 3.5%. This is 34% lower than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $457,900. Housing costs are 61% higher than the state median of $283,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.4x. 64.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 3% higher than the state average of 62.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Boerne is White (non-Hispanic), making up 61.4% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 28.9%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (61.4% vs 39.1%). The Black or African American population (1.4%) is well below the state average of 11.9%.
Education
47.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This places Boerne in the top 10% of all cities in the state for educational attainment. This is 41% 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 92.7%. Notably, 16.0% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Boerne, 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 Boerne, Texas?
Boerne, Texas has a population of 20,518 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Boerne, TX?
The median household income in Boerne is $84,541, which is 5% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Boerne, TX?
The poverty rate in Boerne is 6.8%. This means approximately 1,347 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Boerne, Texas?
Boerne's population is 61.4% White, 1.4% Black, 28.9% Hispanic/Latino, and 3.2% Asian.
What is the median home value in Boerne, TX?
The median home value in Boerne is $457,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.4x.
How educated is Boerne, Texas?
47.6% of adults (25+) in Boerne hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 16.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.