Granjeno, Texas Demographics & Population 2026
Demographic data: ACS 2020–2024 five-year estimates. Sources and methodology
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Granjeno, Texas had a total population of 315, the 1431st largest city in Texas. The poverty rate is 27.3%.
Key Takeaways
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (27.3%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Only 5.8% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 1.3%.
Granjeno Quick Facts
How Granjeno 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 | 418 | 315 | No clear change (-24.6%) |
| Median home value¹ | $73,227 | $161,400 | No clear change (+120.4%) |
How Granjeno Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
- White: 0.6%
- Black: 0.0%
- Hispanic: 99.1%
- Asian: 0.3%
- Other: 0.0%
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+)
- < High School: 19.5%
- HS Diploma: 38.7%
- Some College: 21.1%
- Associate's: 14.9%
- Bachelor's: 4.2%
- Graduate+: 1.5%
Granjeno Rankings in Texas
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Other Cities in Hidalgo County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| McAllen | 145,385 | $61,579 | 20.0% | $190,400 |
| Edinburg | 104,550 | $59,466 | 26.0% | $189,600 |
| Mission | 87,038 | $60,767 | 19.4% | $175,700 |
| Pharr | 80,333 | $52,814 | 27.6% | $121,900 |
| Weslaco | 42,229 | $59,551 | 23.2% | $140,000 |
| San Juan (Hidalgo County) | 36,149 | $56,562 | 22.4% | $126,700 |
| Alamo | 20,255 | $57,096 | 25.3% | $145,100 |
| Alton | 20,214 | $52,715 | 27.5% | $156,300 |
| Donna | 16,833 | $40,438 | 40.7% | $86,100 |
| Mercedes | 16,733 | $46,904 | 28.6% | $111,800 |
Cities Similar to Granjeno
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Edom | 315 | $96,417 | $212,500 | 19.7% | 5.7% |
| La Victoria | 314 | $123,295 | $186,900 | 77.4% | 8.0% |
| Annona | 313 | $55,500 | $67,300 | 3.5% | 24.6% |
| Hedley | 318 | $38,750 | $43,000 | 21.5% | 6.9% |
| Gause | 312 | N/A | $308,000 | 28.2% | 11.5% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 315, Granjeno'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
Granjeno is a small community located in Texas, within Hidalgo County. The total population is 315. It ranks as the 1431st most populous out of 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Granjeno is 51.0 years. This is 43% higher than the state median of 35.6 years. Only 8.6% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 27.3%. This is 98% 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 1.3%. This is 76% lower than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $161,400. Housing costs are 43% lower than the state median of $283,800. 89.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 43% higher than the state average of 62.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
Granjeno has a predominantly Hispanic or Latino population, comprising 99.1% of all residents. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 0.6%. The White (non-Hispanic) population (0.6%) is well below the state average of 39.1%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (99.1% vs 39.7%). The Asian population (0.3%) is well below the state average of 5.5%.
Education
5.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 83% 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 80.5%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Granjeno, 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 Granjeno, Texas?
Granjeno, Texas has a population of 315 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Granjeno, TX?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Granjeno — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Granjeno, TX?
The poverty rate in Granjeno is 27.3%. This means approximately 86 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Granjeno, Texas?
Granjeno's population is 0.6% White, 0.0% Black, 99.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.3% Asian.
What is the median home value in Granjeno, TX?
The median home value in Granjeno is $161,400.
How educated is Granjeno, Texas?
5.8% of adults (25+) in Granjeno hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 1.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.