Del Sol, Texas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Del Sol, Texas had a total population of 543, the 1240th largest community in Texas, with a median household income of $53,182, which is 32% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 25.6%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 32% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (25.6%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Only 0.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Del Sol Quick Facts
How Del Sol 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 | 351 | 543 | +54.7% |
How Del Sol Compares
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Employment
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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+)
Del Sol Rankings in Texas
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Other Cities in San Patricio County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sinton | 5,584 | $51,701 | 25.0% | $142,000 |
| Mathis | 4,308 | $35,271 | 29.5% | $81,500 |
| Taft | 2,871 | $73,032 | 21.3% | $124,200 |
| Odem | 2,102 | $69,267 | 11.5% | $89,400 |
| Gregory | 2,003 | $47,167 | 39.1% | $117,700 |
| Taft Southwest | 1,635 | $55,938 | 10.6% | $94,100 |
| Lakeshore Gardens-Hidden Acres | 970 | N/A | 12.1% | $208,300 |
| St. Paul | 769 | N/A | 21.2% | N/A |
| Ingleside on the Bay | 745 | $95,804 | 2.4% | $305,500 |
| Lake City | 508 | $51,000 | 19.9% | $101,800 |
Cities Similar to Del Sol
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Placedo | 539 | N/A | $45,900 | 0.0% | 24.1% |
| Sandy Hollow-Escondidas | 539 | N/A | N/A | 36.0% | 82.2% |
| Los Angeles | 553 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 9.7% |
| Lyons | 528 | N/A | $210,400 | 59.4% | 0.0% |
| Big Wells | 544 | $50,417 | $60,800 | 6.4% | 47.8% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 543, Del Sol'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
Del Sol is a small community located in Texas, within San Patricio County. The total population is 543. It ranks as the 1240th most populous out of 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Del Sol is 23.7 years. This is 33% lower than the state median of 35.6 years. With 46.0% of the population under 18, Del Sol has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Del Sol is $53,182. This is 32% lower than the state median of $78,476. It is also 34% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 25.6%. This is 86% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The survey records no unemployed residents in Del Sol, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 14.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 76% lower than the state average of 62.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Del Sol was recorded as Hispanic or Latino. A figure of exactly 100.0% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
Education
0.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 86.3%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Del Sol, 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 Del Sol, Texas?
Del Sol, Texas has a population of 543 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Del Sol, TX?
The median household income in Del Sol is $53,182, which is 34% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Del Sol, TX?
The poverty rate in Del Sol is 25.6%. This means approximately 139 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Del Sol, Texas?
Del Sol's population is 0.0% White, 0.0% Black, 100.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Del Sol, TX?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Del Sol — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Del Sol, Texas?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Del Sol hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.