Ganado, Texas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Ganado, Texas had a total population of 1,534, the 846th largest city in Texas, with a median household income of $57,315, which is 27% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 15.1%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 8.1% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 0.5%.
Ganado Quick Facts
How Ganado 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 | 2,045 | 1,534 | -25.0% |
| Median household income | $45,513 | $57,315 | +25.9% |
| Median home value | $178,500 | $180,700 | +1.2% |
How Ganado 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
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 67 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Ganado Rankings in Texas
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Other Cities in Jackson County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Edna | 6,027 | $59,600 | 24.6% | $117,800 |
| Vanderbilt | 440 | N/A | 0.0% | $107,600 |
| Lolita | 217 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
| La Ward | 178 | N/A | 44.4% | $90,000 |
Cities Similar to Ganado
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buchanan Dam | 1,513 | $56,429 | $288,900 | 22.7% | 23.1% |
| Franklin | 1,530 | $54,265 | $168,800 | 21.5% | 24.6% |
| Lasara | 1,467 | N/A | $57,700 | 24.9% | 16.5% |
| Ralls | 1,463 | $57,697 | $72,200 | 9.9% | 15.7% |
| Laguna Park | 1,596 | $60,833 | $206,300 | 16.4% | 13.9% |
Population Overview
Ganado is a small community located in Texas, within Jackson County. The total population is 1,534. It ranks as the 846th most populous out of 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Ganado is 31.4 years. This is 12% lower than the state median of 35.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Ganado is $57,315. 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 15.1%. This is 10% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 0.5%. This is 91% lower than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $180,700. Housing costs are 36% lower than the state median of $283,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.2x. 50.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 19% lower than the state average of 62.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Ganado is Hispanic or Latino, making up 56.0% of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 37.2%.
Education
8.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 76% 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 88.9%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Ganado, 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 Ganado, Texas?
Ganado, Texas has a population of 1,534 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Ganado, TX?
The median household income in Ganado is $57,315, which is 29% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Ganado, TX?
The poverty rate in Ganado is 15.1%. This means approximately 221 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Ganado, Texas?
Ganado's population is 37.2% White, 6.8% Black, 56.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Ganado, TX?
The median home value in Ganado is $180,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.2x.
How educated is Ganado, Texas?
8.1% of adults (25+) in Ganado hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 3.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.