Bruni, Texas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Bruni, Texas had a total population of 278, the 1473rd largest community in Texas. The poverty rate is 11.2%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Bruni Quick Facts
How Bruni 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 | 411 | 278 | -32.4% |
| Median home value | $88,700 | $137,500 | +55.0% |
How Bruni 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+)
Bruni Rankings in Texas
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Other Cities in Webb County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Laredo | 257,619 | $63,915 | 20.9% | $193,500 |
| Rio Bravo | 4,491 | $45,864 | 32.8% | $77,400 |
| El Cenizo | 2,122 | $48,897 | 32.9% | $69,800 |
| Los Altos | 1,082 | $22,177 | 91.1% | N/A |
| Pueblo Nuevo | 511 | $78,346 | 8.6% | $159,800 |
| Ranchos Penitas West | 395 | $61,250 | 6.3% | $254,500 |
| Ranchitos East | 282 | N/A | 8.2% | N/A |
| San Carlos II | 259 | $2,499 | 23.9% | $39,000 |
| Ranchitos Las Lomas | 192 | N/A | 26.6% | $227,900 |
| Los Fresnos | 177 | N/A | 11.3% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Bruni
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washburn | 278 | N/A | $139,300 | 20.0% | 10.4% |
| Marietta | 277 | N/A | $155,400 | 7.3% | 71.1% |
| Carbon | 280 | $80,500 | $84,500 | 8.7% | 6.5% |
| Lawn | 280 | $61,250 | $69,400 | 11.8% | 8.9% |
| Malone | 280 | $31,083 | $117,600 | 5.4% | 48.2% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 278, Bruni'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
Bruni is a small community located in Texas, within Webb County. The total population is 278. It ranks as the 1473rd most populous out of 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Bruni is 35.9 years. This is about the same as the state median of 35.6 years. 16.6% 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 11.2%. This is 19% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Bruni, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $137,500. Housing costs are 52% lower than the state median of $283,800. 85.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 37% higher than the state average of 62.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Bruni is Hispanic or Latino, making up 73.7% of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 26.3%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (73.7% vs 39.7%).
Education
21.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 35% 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 92.9%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Bruni, 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 Bruni, Texas?
Bruni, Texas has a population of 278 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Bruni, TX?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Bruni — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Bruni, TX?
The poverty rate in Bruni is 11.2%. This means approximately 31 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Bruni, Texas?
Bruni's population is 26.3% White, 0.0% Black, 73.7% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Bruni, TX?
The median home value in Bruni is $137,500.
How educated is Bruni, Texas?
21.8% of adults (25+) in Bruni hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 7.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.