Homestead Meadows South, Texas Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Homestead Meadows South, Texas Demographics
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During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Homestead Meadows South, Texas had a total population of 6,660, the 352nd largest community in Texas, with a median household income of $49,327, which is 37% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 24.2%.

Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes

Key Takeaways

Household income is 37% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.

Homestead Meadows South Quick Facts

Population 6,660

Median Household Income $49,327

Median Home Value $173,500

Poverty Rate 24.2%

Unemployment Rate 7.3%

Median Age 29.7 years

Homeownership Rate 72.9%

Affordability Ratio 3.5x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 10.8%

High School Graduation Rate 70.3%

Diversity Index 4/100

Population 6,660 352nd of 1,795

Median Income $49,327 bottom 30%

Poverty Rate 24.2% 95% higher than national

Median Home Value $173,500 average

How Homestead Meadows South 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	7,687	6,660	-13.4%
Median household income	$60,571	$49,327	-18.6%
Median home value	$135,100	$173,500	+28.4%

How Homestead Meadows South Compares

Median Household Income

Homestead Meadows South

$49,327

$78,476

National

$80,734

Median Home Value

Homestead Meadows South

$173,500

$283,800

National

$332,700

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 20.0%

$25K-$50K 30.2%

$50K-$100K 31.8%

$100K+ 18.0%

Detailed income brackets

Under $10K

8.1%

$10K-$15K

2.3%

$15K-$20K

2.9%

$20K-$25K

6.8%

$25K-$30K

9.2%

$30K-$35K

11.1%

$35K-$40K

5.7%

$40K-$45K

0.8%

$45K-$50K

3.5%

$50K-$60K

6.2%

$60K-$75K

10.5%

$75K-$100K

15.1%

$100K-$125K

2.8%

$125K-$150K

0.9%

$150K-$200K

12.0%

$200K+

2.3%

Employment

7.3% Unemployment Rate State: 5.3%|National: 5.2%

66.5% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 72.9%

Renter 27.1%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.5x home value to income ratio

Median gross rent $865/mo 21.0% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

34.8%

18-34

24.8%

35-54

20.2%

55-74

17.3%

75+

2.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Very Low Diversity

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+)

Homestead Meadows South Rankings in Texas

#352 Population of 1,795

#1197 Median Income of 1,546

#1291 Education of 1,795

#767 Home Value of 1,542

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Other Cities in El Paso County

City	Population	Median Income	Poverty	Home Value
El Paso	680,130	$59,745	18.4%	$184,500
Socorro	37,123	$54,744	20.7%	$144,500
Horizon City	23,668	$65,737	22.0%	$170,200
Fort Bliss	11,460	$57,111	13.1%	N/A
San Elizario	10,116	$49,977	25.9%	$110,400
Canutillo	5,962	$40,682	34.0%	$106,600
Homestead Meadows North	5,795	$63,088	20.5%	$192,800
Fabens	4,818	$42,533	28.3%	$95,500
Anthony	4,580	$54,588	19.7%	$168,200
Sparks	4,134	$34,876	51.7%	$103,800

Cities Similar to Homestead Meadows South

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Carthage	6,601	$51,250	$164,200	14.6%	11.0%
Keene	6,691	$51,695	$225,300	23.1%	13.6%
Penitas	6,444	$48,993	$167,000	11.7%	23.8%
Highlands	6,335	$52,167	$214,400	11.3%	9.8%
La Feria	6,891	$45,081	$106,900	16.2%	25.0%

Population Overview

Homestead Meadows South is a small city located in Texas, within El Paso County. The total population is 6,660. It ranks as the 352nd most populous out of 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas.

Age Demographics

The median age in Homestead Meadows South is 29.7 years. This is 17% lower than the state median of 35.6 years. With 34.8% of the population under 18, Homestead Meadows South has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Homestead Meadows South is $49,327. This is 37% lower than the state median of $78,476. It is also 39% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 24.2%. This is 76% 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 7.3%. This is 38% higher than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $173,500. Housing costs are 39% lower than the state median of $283,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.5x. 72.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 16% higher than the state average of 62.6%.

Race & Ethnicity

Homestead Meadows South has a predominantly Hispanic or Latino population, comprising 97.8% of all residents. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 1.8%. The White (non-Hispanic) population (1.8%) is well below the state average of 39.1%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (97.8% vs 39.7%). The Asian population (0.1%) is well below the state average of 5.5%.

Education

10.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 68% 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 70.3%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Homestead Meadows South, 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 Homestead Meadows South, Texas?

Homestead Meadows South, Texas has a population of 6,660 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Homestead Meadows South, TX?

The median household income in Homestead Meadows South is $49,327, which is 39% lower than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Homestead Meadows South, TX?

The poverty rate in Homestead Meadows South is 24.2%. This means approximately 1,614 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Homestead Meadows South, Texas?

Homestead Meadows South's population is 1.8% White, 0.0% Black, 97.8% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.1% Asian.

What is the median home value in Homestead Meadows South, TX?

The median home value in Homestead Meadows South is $173,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.5x.

How educated is Homestead Meadows South, Texas?

10.8% of adults (25+) in Homestead Meadows South hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 1.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.