Lake View, Texas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Lake View, Texas had a total population of 349, the 1400th largest community in Texas. The poverty rate is 50.4%.
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 (50.4%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- 60.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — top 10% in Texas.
- Unemployment rate of 15.2% is notably above the national average.
Lake View Quick Facts
How Lake View 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 | 302 | 349 | +15.6% |
| Median home value | $166,700 | $171,900 | +3.1% |
How Lake View 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+)
Lake View Rankings in Texas
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Other Cities in Val Verde County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Del Rio | 34,668 | $66,158 | 19.0% | $160,400 |
| Val Verde Park | 3,139 | $61,734 | 10.4% | $98,800 |
| Cienegas Terrace | 1,868 | $59,785 | 9.5% | $92,300 |
| Laughlin AFB | 1,595 | $67,208 | 3.1% | N/A |
| Amistad | 24 | $65,000 | 0.0% | $166,100 |
| Box Canyon | 19 | N/A | 10.5% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Lake View
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Macdona | 349 | $83,500 | $175,000 | 9.7% | 20.6% |
| Paint Rock | 350 | $57,083 | $61,100 | 12.4% | 21.1% |
| Avinger | 351 | $37,500 | $77,900 | 12.0% | 28.2% |
| La Esperanza | 347 | $22,121 | N/A | 22.4% | 98.6% |
| Quitaque | 347 | $58,929 | $69,200 | 25.7% | 14.4% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 349, Lake View'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
Lake View is a small community located in Texas, within Val Verde County. The total population is 349. It ranks as the 1400th most populous out of 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Lake View is 52.7 years. This is 48% higher than the state median of 35.6 years. With 37.3% of the population under 18, Lake View has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 50.4%. This is 266% 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 15.2%. This is 188% higher than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $171,900. Housing costs are 39% lower than the state median of $283,800. 94.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 51% higher than the state average of 62.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Lake View is Hispanic or Latino, making up 74.2% of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 25.8%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (74.2% vs 39.7%).
Education
60.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This places Lake View in the top 10% of all cities in the state for educational attainment. This is 80% higher 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 86.3%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Lake View, 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 Lake View, Texas?
Lake View, Texas has a population of 349 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Lake View, TX?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Lake View — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Lake View, TX?
The poverty rate in Lake View is 50.4%. This means approximately 176 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Lake View, Texas?
Lake View's population is 25.8% White, 0.0% Black, 74.2% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Lake View, TX?
The median home value in Lake View is $171,900.
How educated is Lake View, Texas?
60.7% of adults (25+) in Lake View hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 2.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.