Encinal, Texas Demographics & Population 2026
Demographic data: ACS 2020–2024 five-year estimates. Sources and methodology
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Encinal, Texas had a total population of 1,298, the 916th largest city in Texas, with a median household income of $50,833, which is 35% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 19.4%.
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 35% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.7x.
Encinal Quick Facts
How Encinal Changed
Change from the non-overlapping 2015–2019 ACS period to 2020–2024. Earlier dollar figures are adjusted to 2024 dollars; changes marked “no clear change” are within the combined 90% margins of error.
| Metric | 2015–2019 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 799 | 1,298 | +62.5% |
| Median household income | $62,514 | $50,833 | No clear change (-18.7%) |
| Median home value¹ | $73,596 | $86,900 | No clear change (+18.1%) |
| Median gross rent | $837 | $814 | No clear change (-2.7%) |
How Encinal Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
- White: 16.2%
- Black: 0.0%
- Hispanic: 83.8%
- Asian: 0.0%
- Other: 0.0%
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+)
- < High School: 47.6%
- HS Diploma: 31.6%
- Some College: 8.8%
- Associate's: 0.0%
- Bachelor's: 5.7%
- Graduate+: 6.3%
Encinal Rankings in Texas
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Other Cities in La Salle County
Cities Similar to Encinal
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oyster Creek | 1,288 | N/A | $164,500 | 2.6% | 13.8% |
| Beauxart Gardens | 1,276 | N/A | $171,600 | 10.0% | 3.2% |
| Dawson | 1,322 | $51,042 | $140,700 | 13.0% | 21.7% |
| Hubbard | 1,327 | $50,859 | $134,900 | 16.7% | 15.4% |
| Milam | 1,258 | $50,781 | $206,300 | 10.2% | 14.9% |
Population Overview
Encinal is a small community located in Texas, within La Salle County. The total population is 1,298. It ranks as the 916th most populous out of 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Encinal is 38.5 years. This is 8% higher than the state median of 35.6 years. 18.1% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Encinal is $50,833. This is 35% lower than the state median of $78,476. It is also 37% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 19.4%. This is 41% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Encinal, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $86,900. Housing costs are 69% lower than the state median of $283,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.7x, Encinal is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 81.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 31% higher than the state average of 62.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Encinal is Hispanic or Latino, making up 83.8% of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 16.2%. The White (non-Hispanic) population (16.2%) is well below the state average of 39.1%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (83.8% vs 39.7%).
Education
12.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 64% 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 52.4%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Encinal, 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 Encinal, Texas?
Encinal, Texas has a population of 1,298 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Encinal, TX?
The median household income in Encinal is $50,833, which is 37% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Encinal, TX?
The poverty rate in Encinal is 19.4%. This means approximately 252 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Encinal, Texas?
Encinal's population is 16.2% White, 0.0% Black, 83.8% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Encinal, TX?
The median home value in Encinal is $86,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.7x.
How educated is Encinal, Texas?
12.0% of adults (25+) in Encinal hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 6.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.