Hargill, Texas Demographics & Population 2026
Demographic data: ACS 2020–2024 five-year estimates. Sources and methodology
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Hargill, Texas had a total population of 609, the 1207th largest community in Texas, with a median household income of $19,222, which is 76% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 66.3%.
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 76% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (66.3%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Unemployment rate of 11.5% is notably above the national average.
Hargill Quick Facts
How Hargill 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 | 963 | 609 | No clear change (-36.8%) |
| Median household income | $29,654 | $19,222 | No clear change (-35.2%) |
| Median home value¹ | $54,151 | $75,400 | +39.2% |
How Hargill 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: 0.0%
- Black: 0.0%
- Hispanic: 100.0%
- Asian: 0.0%
- 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: 79.4%
- HS Diploma: 3.2%
- Some College: 3.2%
- Associate's: 0.0%
- Bachelor's: 7.3%
- Graduate+: 6.9%
Hargill 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 Hargill
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Horseshoe Bend | 606 | N/A | $116,800 | 20.1% | 18.1% |
| Big Thicket Lake Estates | 596 | N/A | $107,200 | 25.3% | 35.1% |
| Rocksprings | 625 | N/A | $54,900 | 6.5% | 44.2% |
| La Puerta | 582 | N/A | N/A | 25.1% | 19.2% |
| Seco Mines | 644 | N/A | N/A | 24.3% | 83.1% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 609, Hargill'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
Hargill is a small community located in Texas, within Hidalgo County. The total population is 609. It ranks as the 1207th most populous out of 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Hargill is 59.1 years. This is 66% higher than the state median of 35.6 years. 11.3% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Hargill is $19,222. This is 76% lower than the state median of $78,476. It is also 76% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 66.3%. This is 381% 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 11.5%. This is 118% higher than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $75,400. Housing costs are 73% lower than the state median of $283,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.9x. 89.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 43% higher than the state average of 62.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Hargill 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
14.2% 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 20.6%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Hargill, 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 Hargill, Texas?
Hargill, Texas has a population of 609 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Hargill, TX?
The median household income in Hargill is $19,222, which is 76% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Hargill, TX?
The poverty rate in Hargill is 66.3%. This means approximately 404 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Hargill, Texas?
Hargill's population is 0.0% White, 0.0% Black, 100.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Hargill, TX?
The median home value in Hargill is $75,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.9x.
How educated is Hargill, Texas?
14.2% of adults (25+) in Hargill hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 6.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.