Encino, Texas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Encino, Texas had a total population of 127, the 1640th largest community in Texas, with a median household income of $86,125, which is 10% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 54.3%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (54.3%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Unemployment rate of 64.7% is notably above the national average.
Encino Quick Facts
How Encino 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 | 137 | 127 | -7.3% |
How Encino 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+)
Encino Rankings in Texas
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Other Cities in Brooks County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Falfurrias | 4,646 | $49,167 | 19.9% | $79,900 |
| Airport Road Addition | 174 | $215,871 | 0.0% | $185,500 |
| Cantu Addition | 32 | N/A | 100.0% | N/A |
| Flowella | 9 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Encino
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adrian | 129 | N/A | $77,700 | 19.1% | 11.6% |
| Fowlerton | 129 | N/A | N/A | 67.4% | 0.0% |
| Loma Vista | 130 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| O'Brien | 130 | N/A | $33,300 | 8.3% | 72.3% |
| Rancho Banquete | 131 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 127, Encino'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
Encino is a small community located in Texas, within Brooks County. The total population is 127. It ranks as the 1640th most populous out of 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Encino is 27.2 years. This is 24% lower than the state median of 35.6 years. With 44.9% of the population under 18, Encino has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Encino is $86,125. This is 10% higher than the state median of $78,476. It is also 7% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 54.3%. This is 294% 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 unemployment rate is 64.7%. This is 1128% higher than the state rate of 5.3%. 100.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 60% higher than the state average of 62.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Encino 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
32.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 3% 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 94.3%. Notably, 32.9% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Encino, 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 Encino, Texas?
Encino, Texas has a population of 127 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Encino, TX?
The median household income in Encino is $86,125, which is 7% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Encino, TX?
The poverty rate in Encino is 54.3%. This means approximately 69 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Encino, Texas?
Encino's population is 0.0% White, 0.0% Black, 100.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Encino, TX?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Encino — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Encino, Texas?
32.9% of adults (25+) in Encino hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 32.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.