Fabrica, Texas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Fabrica, Texas had a total population of 774, the 1119th largest community in Texas, with a median household income of $49,179, which is 37% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 58.9%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 37% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (58.9%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Unemployment rate of 14.9% is notably above the national average.
Fabrica Quick Facts
How Fabrica 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 | 657 | 774 | +17.8% |
How Fabrica Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
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People & Demographics
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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+)
Fabrica Rankings in Texas
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Other Cities in Maverick County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eagle Pass | 28,339 | $57,207 | 22.0% | $188,000 |
| Eidson Road | 9,684 | $33,839 | 24.6% | $100,900 |
| Chula Vista (Maverick County) | 4,746 | $39,271 | 24.4% | $100,700 |
| Elm Creek | 3,680 | $52,263 | 13.8% | $170,100 |
| Rosita | 2,933 | $37,407 | 12.0% | $131,200 |
| Las Quintas Fronterizas | 2,203 | N/A | 29.9% | $145,000 |
| Siesta Acres | 1,573 | $35,341 | 20.7% | $136,000 |
| Seco Mines | 644 | N/A | 83.1% | N/A |
| Quemado | 119 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Fabrica
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St. Paul | 769 | N/A | N/A | 6.8% | 21.2% |
| El Refugio | 780 | $47,440 | N/A | 1.4% | 60.5% |
| Hilltop Lakes | 797 | N/A | $233,300 | 54.3% | 27.4% |
| Redwater | 747 | $49,167 | $110,600 | 28.6% | 20.8% |
| Calvert | 760 | $51,000 | $116,700 | 29.7% | 5.8% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 774, Fabrica'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
Fabrica is a small community located in Texas, within Maverick County. The total population is 774. It ranks as the 1119th most populous out of 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Fabrica is 28.1 years. This is 21% lower than the state median of 35.6 years. With 49.5% of the population under 18, Fabrica has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Fabrica is $49,179. This is 37% lower than the state median of $78,476. It is also 39% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 58.9%. This is 327% 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 14.9%. This is 183% higher than the state rate of 5.3%. 75.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 21% higher than the state average of 62.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Fabrica 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
21.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 36% 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 47.8%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Fabrica, 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 Fabrica, Texas?
Fabrica, Texas has a population of 774 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Fabrica, TX?
The median household income in Fabrica is $49,179, which is 39% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Fabrica, TX?
The poverty rate in Fabrica is 58.9%. This means approximately 456 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Fabrica, Texas?
Fabrica's population is 0.0% White, 0.0% Black, 100.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Fabrica, TX?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Fabrica — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Fabrica, Texas?
21.7% of adults (25+) in Fabrica hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 3.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.