La Minita, Texas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, La Minita, Texas had a total population of 337, the 1410th largest community in Texas, with a median household income of $202,785, which is 158% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 5.6%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 158% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in Texas.
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 0.3x.
La Minita Quick Facts
How La Minita 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 | 231 | 337 | +45.9% |
| Median home value | $65,900 | $64,600 | -2.0% |
How La Minita 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 Minita 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 Minita
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loma Linda | 340 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 3.5% |
| Edroy | 341 | N/A | $162,100 | 28.8% | 0.0% |
| Cedar Point | 328 | N/A | $250,400 | 9.4% | 2.4% |
| Flor del Rio | 326 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 11.7% |
| Lake View | 349 | N/A | $171,900 | 60.7% | 50.4% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 337, La Minita'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 Minita is a small community located in Texas, within Starr County. The total population is 337. It ranks as the 1410th most populous out of 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas.
Age Demographics
The median age in La Minita is 52.2 years. This is 47% higher than the state median of 35.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in La Minita is $202,785. This is 158% higher than the state median of $78,476. It is also 151% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 5.6%. This is 59% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The survey records no unemployed residents in La Minita, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $64,600. Housing costs are 77% lower than the state median of $283,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 0.3x, La Minita is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 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 Minita 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
30.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 11% 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 90.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for La Minita, 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 Minita, Texas?
La Minita, Texas has a population of 337 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in La Minita, TX?
The median household income in La Minita is $202,785, which is 151% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in La Minita, TX?
The poverty rate in La Minita is 5.6%. This means approximately 19 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of La Minita, Texas?
La Minita'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 Minita, TX?
The median home value in La Minita is $64,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 0.3x.
How educated is La Minita, Texas?
30.2% of adults (25+) in La Minita hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.