Garceno, Texas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Garceno, Texas had a total population of 149, the 1610th largest community in Texas, with a median household income of $34,423, which is 56% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 10.7%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 56% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
- Only 0.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.1x.
- Unemployment rate of 32.2% is notably above the national average.
Garceno Quick Facts
How Garceno 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 | 41 | 149 | +263.4% |
How Garceno 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+)
Garceno Rankings in Texas
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Other Cities in Starr County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rio Grande City | 15,396 | $44,577 | 30.8% | $113,200 |
| Roma | 11,545 | $24,579 | 37.1% | $94,400 |
| Escobares | 2,573 | $29,844 | 44.3% | $72,800 |
| Las Lomas | 2,154 | $24,583 | 37.0% | $87,200 |
| Mikes | 1,688 | $49,375 | 19.9% | $95,000 |
| La Grulla | 1,341 | $37,308 | 19.2% | $54,400 |
| Alto Bonito Heights | 1,121 | $35,625 | 81.0% | N/A |
| Mi Ranchito Estate | 1,091 | N/A | 9.2% | $217,200 |
| Nina | 965 | $43,553 | 12.4% | N/A |
| West Alto Bonito | 822 | $40,896 | 44.9% | $82,300 |
Cities Similar to Garceno
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lozano | 149 | N/A | N/A | 15.7% | 0.0% |
| Havana | 150 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 66.0% |
| Rochelle | 150 | N/A | $68,500 | 14.3% | 43.3% |
| La Chuparosa | 148 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Owl Ranch | 148 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 22.3% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 149, Garceno'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
Garceno is a small community located in Texas, within Starr County. The total population is 149. It ranks as the 1610th most populous out of 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Garceno is 21.7 years. This is 39% lower than the state median of 35.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Garceno is $34,423. This is 56% lower than the state median of $78,476. It is also 57% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 10.7%. This is 22% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 32.2%. This is 511% higher than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $39,400. Housing costs are 86% lower than the state median of $283,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.1x, Garceno is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 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 Garceno 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
0.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 27.3%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Garceno, 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 Garceno, Texas?
Garceno, Texas has a population of 149 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Garceno, TX?
The median household income in Garceno is $34,423, which is 57% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Garceno, TX?
The poverty rate in Garceno is 10.7%. This means approximately 16 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Garceno, Texas?
Garceno's population is 0.0% White, 0.0% Black, 100.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Garceno, TX?
The median home value in Garceno is $39,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.1x.
How educated is Garceno, Texas?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Garceno hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.