Box Canyon, Texas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Box Canyon, Texas had a total population of 19, the 1772nd largest community in Texas. The poverty rate is 10.5%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Box Canyon Quick Facts
How Box Canyon 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 | 46 | 19 | -58.7% |
How Box Canyon 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+)
Box Canyon Rankings in Texas
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Other Cities in Val Verde County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Del Rio | 34,668 | $66,158 | 19.0% | $160,400 |
| Val Verde Park | 3,139 | $61,734 | 10.4% | $98,800 |
| Cienegas Terrace | 1,868 | $59,785 | 9.5% | $92,300 |
| Laughlin AFB | 1,595 | $67,208 | 3.1% | N/A |
| Lake View | 349 | N/A | 50.4% | $171,900 |
| Amistad | 24 | $65,000 | 0.0% | $166,100 |
Cities Similar to Box Canyon
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dodson | 20 | N/A | $106,300 | 12.5% | 50.0% |
| Girard | 20 | $14,286 | N/A | 0.0% | 50.0% |
| Los Ebanos (Hidalgo County) | 20 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 100.0% |
| Brazos | 18 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 44.4% |
| Domino | 18 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 19, Box Canyon'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
Box Canyon is a small community located in Texas, within Val Verde County. The total population is 19. It ranks as the 1772nd most populous out of 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Box Canyon is 71.3 years. This is 100% higher than the state median of 35.6 years. 10.5% 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 10.5%. This is 24% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Box Canyon, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 83.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 33% higher than the state average of 62.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
Box Canyon has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 94.7% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 5.3%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (94.7% vs 39.1%). The Hispanic or Latino population (5.3%) is well below the state average of 39.7%.
Education
26.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 22% 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 89.5%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Box Canyon, 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 Box Canyon, Texas?
Box Canyon, Texas has a population of 19 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Box Canyon, TX?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Box Canyon — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Box Canyon, TX?
The poverty rate in Box Canyon is 10.5%. This means approximately 2 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Box Canyon, Texas?
Box Canyon's population is 94.7% White, 0.0% Black, 5.3% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Box Canyon, TX?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Box Canyon — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Box Canyon, Texas?
26.3% of adults (25+) in Box Canyon hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 10.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.