Fort Bliss, Texas Demographics & Population 2026

Demographic data: ACS 2020–2024 five-year estimates. Sources and methodology

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Highly DiverseNo single racial/ethnic group makes up a majority of the population

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Fort Bliss, Texas had a total population of 11,460, the 243rd largest community in Texas, with a median household income of $57,111, which is 27% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 13.1%.

Key Takeaways

One of the most racially diverse communities in Texas (diversity index: 71/100).
Unemployment rate of 12.3% is notably above the national average.

Fort Bliss Quick Facts

Population 11,46090% MOE ±1,115

Median Household Income $57,11190% MOE ±$4,152

Median Home Value N/A

Poverty Rate 13.1%90% MOE ±5.9 pts

Unemployment Rate 12.3%90% MOE ±7.8 pts

Median Age 21.8 years90% MOE ±0.5 years

Homeownership Rate 0.0%90% MOE ±1.1 pts

Affordability Ratio N/A

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 33.4%90% MOE ±4.5 pts

Adults 25+ with high school education or higher 97.4%

Diversity Index 71/100

Population 11,460 243rd of 1,795

Median Income $57,111 below average

Poverty Rate 13.1% 5% higher than national

Median Home Value N/A

How Fort Bliss 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	11,427	11,460	No clear change (+0.3%)
Median household income	$67,328	$57,111	-15.2%
Median gross rent	$1,733	$1,654	-4.5%

¹ The Census Bureau changed its home-value inflation adjustment beginning with the 2022 ACS; interpret that comparison with additional caution.

How Fort Bliss Compares

Median Household Income

Fort Bliss

$57,111

$78,476

National

$80,734

Median Home Value

$283,800

National

$332,700

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 10.7%

$25K-$50K 27.9%

$50K-$100K 43.3%

$100K+ 18.2%

Detailed income brackets

Under $10K

4.6%

$10K-$15K

2.7%

$15K-$20K

1.7%

$20K-$25K

1.7%

$25K-$30K

5.5%

$30K-$35K

1.7%

$35K-$40K

4.7%

$40K-$45K

6.2%

$45K-$50K

9.8%

$50K-$60K

20.4%

$60K-$75K

6.6%

$75K-$100K

16.3%

$100K-$125K

7.2%

$125K-$150K

7.8%

$150K-$200K

3.2%

$200K+

0.0%

Employment

12.3% Unemployment Rate State: 5.3%|National: 5.2%

75.8% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 0.0%

Renter 100.0%

Median gross rent $1,654/mo 34.8% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

36.0%

18-34

49.8%

35-54

13.5%

55-74

0.8%

75+

0.0%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Very High Diversity

This community is exceptionally diverse, with no single racial or ethnic group dominating the population.

State average: 67 | National average: 61

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Fort Bliss Rankings in Texas

#243 Population of 1,795

#979 Median Income of 1,546

#351 Education of 1,795

N/A Home Value of 1,542

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Other Cities in El Paso County

City	Population	Median Income	Poverty	Home Value
El Paso	680,130	$59,745	18.4%	$184,500
Socorro	37,123	$54,744	20.7%	$144,500
Horizon City	23,668	$65,737	22.0%	$170,200
San Elizario	10,116	$49,977	25.9%	$110,400
Homestead Meadows South	6,660	$49,327	24.2%	$173,500
Canutillo	5,962	$40,682	34.0%	$106,600
Homestead Meadows North	5,795	$63,088	20.5%	$192,800
Fabens	4,818	$42,533	28.3%	$95,500
Anthony	4,580	$54,588	19.7%	$168,200
Sparks	4,134	$34,876	51.7%	$103,800

Cities Similar to Fort Bliss

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Leon Valley	11,446	$59,481	$253,200	31.5%	12.9%
Snyder	11,241	$57,902	$104,000	11.1%	12.4%
Fredericksburg	11,419	$64,534	$460,300	43.3%	9.2%
Bonham	10,697	$57,681	$201,800	15.2%	21.7%
Town of Pecos	10,926	$60,943	$117,300	8.0%	16.9%

Population Overview

Fort Bliss is a small city located in Texas, within El Paso County. The total population is 11,460. It ranks as the 243rd most populous out of 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas.

Age Demographics

The median age in Fort Bliss is 21.8 years. This is 39% lower than the state median of 35.6 years. With 36.0% of the population under 18, Fort Bliss has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Fort Bliss is $57,111. This is 27% lower than the state median of $78,476. It is also 29% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 13.1%. This is 5% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 12.3%. This is 134% higher than the state rate of 5.3%. Every occupied housing unit the survey reached in Fort Bliss was renter-occupied. At this sample size that indicates no owner-occupied homes were captured rather than that none exist.

Race & Ethnicity

Fort Bliss is a highly diverse community where no single racial or ethnic group constitutes a majority of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 26.7%. The Asian population (2.2%) is well below the state average of 5.5%.

Education

33.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 1% 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 97.4%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Fort Bliss, 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 Fort Bliss, Texas?

Fort Bliss, Texas has a population of 11,460 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Fort Bliss, TX?

The median household income in Fort Bliss is $57,111, which is 29% lower than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Fort Bliss, TX?

The poverty rate in Fort Bliss is 13.1%. This means approximately 1,083 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Fort Bliss, Texas?

Fort Bliss's population is 42.6% White, 16.7% Black, 26.7% Hispanic/Latino, and 2.2% Asian.

What is the median home value in Fort Bliss, TX?

The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Fort Bliss — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.

How educated is Fort Bliss, Texas?

33.4% of adults (25+) in Fort Bliss hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 10.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.