La Escondida, Texas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, La Escondida, Texas had a total population of 167, the 1595th largest community in Texas. The poverty rate is 64.7%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (64.7%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Only 0.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Unemployment rate of 55.0% is notably above the national average.
La Escondida Quick Facts
How La Escondida 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 | 121 | 167 | +38.0% |
| Median home value | $102,200 | $103,000 | +0.8% |
How La Escondida 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 less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 67 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
La Escondida Rankings in Texas
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Other Cities in Starr County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rio Grande City | 15,396 | $44,577 | 30.8% | $113,200 |
| Roma | 11,545 | $24,579 | 37.1% | $94,400 |
| Escobares | 2,573 | $29,844 | 44.3% | $72,800 |
| Las Lomas | 2,154 | $24,583 | 37.0% | $87,200 |
| Mikes | 1,688 | $49,375 | 19.9% | $95,000 |
| La Grulla | 1,341 | $37,308 | 19.2% | $54,400 |
| Alto Bonito Heights | 1,121 | $35,625 | 81.0% | N/A |
| Mi Ranchito Estate | 1,091 | N/A | 9.2% | $217,200 |
| Nina | 965 | $43,553 | 12.4% | N/A |
| West Alto Bonito | 822 | $40,896 | 44.9% | $82,300 |
Cities Similar to La Escondida
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tanquecitos South Acres | 167 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Tanquecitos South Acres II | 168 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| B and E | 169 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Utopia | 169 | $115,057 | N/A | 18.8% | 0.0% |
| Dickens | 170 | $39,545 | $47,800 | 5.6% | 22.3% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 167, La Escondida'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
La Escondida is a small community located in Texas, within Starr County. The total population is 167. It ranks as the 1595th most populous out of 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas.
Age Demographics
The median age in La Escondida is 44.6 years. This is 25% higher than the state median of 35.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 64.7%. This is 369% 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 55.0%. This is 943% higher than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $103,000. Housing costs are 64% lower than the state median of $283,800. 100.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 60% higher than the state average of 62.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in La Escondida 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
0.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 45.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for La Escondida, 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 La Escondida, Texas?
La Escondida, Texas has a population of 167 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in La Escondida, TX?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for La Escondida — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in La Escondida, TX?
The poverty rate in La Escondida is 64.7%. This means approximately 108 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of La Escondida, Texas?
La Escondida's population is 0.0% White, 0.0% Black, 100.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in La Escondida, TX?
The median home value in La Escondida is $103,000.
How educated is La Escondida, Texas?
0.0% of adults (25+) in La Escondida hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.