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Hondo, Texas Demographics & Population 2026

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Hondo, Texas had a total population of 8,713, the 298th largest city in Texas, with a median household income of $62,032, which is 21% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 17.0%.

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

Hondo Quick Facts

Population 8,713
Median Household Income $62,032
Median Home Value $228,400
Poverty Rate 17.0%
Unemployment Rate 7.1%
Median Age 33.4 years
Homeownership Rate 64.0%
Affordability Ratio 3.7x
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 11.1%
High School Graduation Rate 81.6%
Diversity Index 54/100
Population 8,713 298th of 1,795
Median Income $62,032 average
Poverty Rate 17.0% 37% higher than national
Median Home Value $228,400 above average

How Hondo Changed

Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.

Metric2019–20232020–2024Change
Population8,5088,713+2.4%
Median household income$58,773$62,032+5.5%
Median home value$215,800$228,400+5.8%

How Hondo Compares

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 13.9%
$25K-$50K 20.0%
$50K-$100K 45.3%
$100K+ 20.8%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
5.2%
$10K-$15K
4.8%
$15K-$20K
2.1%
$20K-$25K
1.7%
$25K-$30K
5.0%
$30K-$35K
2.3%
$35K-$40K
3.2%
$40K-$45K
8.0%
$45K-$50K
1.6%
$50K-$60K
10.2%
$60K-$75K
16.3%
$75K-$100K
18.9%
$100K-$125K
4.8%
$125K-$150K
8.2%
$150K-$200K
4.3%
$200K+
3.5%

Employment

7.1% Unemployment Rate State: 5.3%|National: 5.2%
43.2% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 64.0%
Renter 36.0%
Affordability Index Affordable
3.7x home value to income ratio
Median gross rent $1,460/mo 28.2% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

54out of 100
Moderate Diversity

Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.

State average: 67 | National average: 61

Education

Hondo Rankings in Texas

#298 Population of 1,795
#845 Median Income of 1,546
#1276 Education of 1,795
#540 Home Value of 1,542

Other Cities in Medina County

CityPopulationMedian IncomePovertyHome Value
Devine 4,476 $38,207 18.6% $167,900
Castroville 3,092 $78,460 5.3% $300,000
Lake Medina Shores 1,411 $47,147 31.1% $225,000
LaCoste 1,365 $68,929 13.9% $101,000
Natalia 981 $45,750 24.1% $141,700
D'Hanis 480 $40,625 17.7% $70,000
Yancey 23 N/A 0.0% N/A

Cities Similar to Hondo

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

CityPopulationMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+Poverty
Graham8,792$63,587$183,80024.5%18.4%
Kaufman8,538$62,931$221,80016.8%10.6%
Wharton8,724$58,212$149,40015.3%11.9%
Aransas Pass8,972$63,021$235,50014.0%14.8%
Los Fresnos8,291$61,938$152,20024.0%34.7%

Population Overview

Hondo is a small city located in Texas, within Medina County. The total population is 8,713. It ranks as the 298th most populous out of 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas.

Age Demographics

The median age in Hondo is 33.4 years. This is 6% lower than the state median of 35.6 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Hondo is $62,032. This is 21% lower than the state median of $78,476. It is also 23% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 17.0%. This is 23% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 7.1%. This is 35% higher than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $228,400. Housing costs are 20% lower than the state median of $283,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.7x. 64.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 2% higher than the state average of 62.6%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Hondo is Hispanic or Latino, making up 60.3% of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 30.5%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (60.3% vs 39.7%). The Asian population (0.1%) is well below the state average of 5.5%.

Education

11.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 67% 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 81.6%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Hondo, 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 Hondo, Texas?

Hondo, Texas has a population of 8,713 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Hondo, TX?

The median household income in Hondo is $62,032, which is 23% lower than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Hondo, TX?

The poverty rate in Hondo is 17.0%. This means approximately 1,121 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Hondo, Texas?

Hondo's population is 30.5% White, 6.3% Black, 60.3% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.1% Asian.

What is the median home value in Hondo, TX?

The median home value in Hondo is $228,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.7x.

How educated is Hondo, Texas?

11.1% of adults (25+) in Hondo hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 2.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.