Linn, Texas Demographics & Population 2026
Demographic data: ACS 2020–2024 five-year estimates. Sources and methodology
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Linn, Texas had a total population of 801, the 1108th largest community in Texas, with a median household income of $69,821, which is 11% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 23.4%.
Key Takeaways
- Only 9.3% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 0.9x.
- Unemployment rate of 11.0% is notably above the national average.
Linn Quick Facts
How Linn Changed
Change from the non-overlapping 2015–2019 ACS period to 2020–2024. Earlier dollar figures are adjusted to 2024 dollars; changes marked “no clear change” are within the combined 90% margins of error.
| Metric | 2015–2019 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 693 | 801 | No clear change (+15.6%) |
| Median household income | $64,356 | $69,821 | No clear change (+8.5%) |
| Median gross rent | $633 | $1,328 | No clear change (+109.9%) |
How Linn Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
- White: 10.5%
- Black: 0.0%
- Hispanic: 89.5%
- Asian: 0.0%
- Other: 0.0%
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+)
- < High School: 35.4%
- HS Diploma: 41.9%
- Some College: 8.7%
- Associate's: 4.7%
- Bachelor's: 6.7%
- Graduate+: 2.6%
Linn Rankings in Texas
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Other Cities in Hidalgo County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| McAllen | 145,385 | $61,579 | 20.0% | $190,400 |
| Edinburg | 104,550 | $59,466 | 26.0% | $189,600 |
| Mission | 87,038 | $60,767 | 19.4% | $175,700 |
| Pharr | 80,333 | $52,814 | 27.6% | $121,900 |
| Weslaco | 42,229 | $59,551 | 23.2% | $140,000 |
| San Juan (Hidalgo County) | 36,149 | $56,562 | 22.4% | $126,700 |
| Alamo | 20,255 | $57,096 | 25.3% | $145,100 |
| Alton | 20,214 | $52,715 | 27.5% | $156,300 |
| Donna | 16,833 | $40,438 | 40.7% | $86,100 |
| Mercedes | 16,733 | $46,904 | 28.6% | $111,800 |
Cities Similar to Linn
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hilltop Lakes | 797 | N/A | $233,300 | 54.3% | 27.4% |
| Fairchilds | 815 | $69,286 | $220,800 | 22.4% | 13.9% |
| Alice Acres | 819 | N/A | N/A | 11.6% | 56.8% |
| Sherwood Shores | 830 | N/A | $175,500 | 17.5% | 14.9% |
| St. Paul (San Patricio County) | 769 | N/A | N/A | 6.8% | 21.2% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 801, Linn'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
Linn is a small community located in Texas, within Hidalgo County. The total population is 801. It ranks as the 1108th most populous out of 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Linn is 36.7 years. This is 3% higher than the state median of 35.6 years. Only 13.6% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Linn is $69,821. This is 11% lower than the state median of $78,476. It is also 14% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 23.4%. This is 69% 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 11.0%. This is 109% higher than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $66,200. Housing costs are 77% lower than the state median of $283,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 0.9x, Linn is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 86.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 38% higher than the state average of 62.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
Linn has a predominantly Hispanic or Latino population, comprising 89.5% of all residents. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 10.5%. The White (non-Hispanic) population (10.5%) is well below the state average of 39.1%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (89.5% vs 39.7%).
Education
9.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 73% 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 64.6%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Linn, 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 Linn, Texas?
Linn, Texas has a population of 801 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Linn, TX?
The median household income in Linn is $69,821, which is 14% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Linn, TX?
The poverty rate in Linn is 23.4%. This means approximately 187 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Linn, Texas?
Linn's population is 10.5% White, 0.0% Black, 89.5% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Linn, TX?
The median home value in Linn is $66,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 0.9x.
How educated is Linn, Texas?
9.3% of adults (25+) in Linn hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 2.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.