Giddings, Texas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Giddings, Texas had a total population of 5,151, the 423rd largest city in Texas, with a median household income of $72,913, which is 7% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 14.4%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Giddings Quick Facts
How Giddings 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 | 5,085 | 5,151 | +1.3% |
| Median household income | $51,397 | $72,913 | +41.9% |
| Median home value | $192,800 | $252,300 | +30.9% |
How Giddings 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 diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.
State average: 67 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Giddings Rankings in Texas
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Other Cities in Lee County
Cities Similar to Giddings
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nassau Bay | 5,230 | $71,696 | $374,600 | 43.6% | 11.5% |
| Granite Shoals | 5,328 | $78,042 | $259,800 | 20.8% | 2.4% |
| Primera | 5,344 | $80,116 | $160,900 | 22.9% | 13.1% |
| McGregor | 5,761 | $72,750 | $221,700 | 23.6% | 12.8% |
| Brookshire | 5,495 | $65,934 | $159,300 | 17.8% | 21.4% |
Population Overview
Giddings is a small city located in Texas, within Lee County. The total population is 5,151. It ranks as the 423rd most populous out of 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Giddings is 43.9 years. This is 23% higher than the state median of 35.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Giddings is $72,913. This is 7% lower than the state median of $78,476. It is also 10% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 14.4%. This is 4% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 4.6%. This is 12% lower than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $252,300. Housing costs are 11% lower than the state median of $283,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.5x. 65.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 4% higher than the state average of 62.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
Giddings is a highly diverse community where no single racial or ethnic group constitutes a majority of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 37.9%.
Education
14.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 58% 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 79.5%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Giddings, 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 Giddings, Texas?
Giddings, Texas has a population of 5,151 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Giddings, TX?
The median household income in Giddings is $72,913, which is 10% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Giddings, TX?
The poverty rate in Giddings is 14.4%. This means approximately 722 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Giddings, Texas?
Giddings's population is 42.5% White, 15.7% Black, 37.9% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Giddings, TX?
The median home value in Giddings is $252,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.5x.
How educated is Giddings, Texas?
14.1% of adults (25+) in Giddings hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 4.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.