Marion, Texas Demographics & Population 2026
Demographic data: ACS 2020–2024 five-year estimates. Sources and methodology
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Marion, Texas had a total population of 939, the 1045th largest city in Texas, with a median household income of $62,788, which is 20% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 16.4%.
Key Takeaways
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 2.2%.
Marion Quick Facts
How Marion 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 | 970 | 939 | No clear change (-3.2%) |
| Median household income | $49,998 | $62,788 | No clear change (+25.6%) |
| Median home value¹ | $108,672 | $162,100 | +49.2% |
| Median gross rent | $1,178 | $1,296 | No clear change (+10.0%) |
How Marion 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: 39.3%
- Black: 3.9%
- Hispanic: 48.1%
- Asian: 2.9%
- Other: 0.6%
Diversity Index
A diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.
State average: 67 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
- < High School: 29.2%
- HS Diploma: 30.2%
- Some College: 17.1%
- Associate's: 5.1%
- Bachelor's: 15.6%
- Graduate+: 2.8%
Marion Rankings in Texas
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Other Cities in Guadalupe County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seguin | 33,754 | $64,861 | 17.1% | $249,400 |
| Luling | 5,531 | $54,818 | 10.0% | $210,300 |
| Redwood | 3,441 | $88,693 | 2.2% | $109,500 |
| McQueeney | 2,392 | $97,739 | 13.0% | $307,100 |
| Geronimo | 1,507 | $72,045 | 12.7% | $245,500 |
| Lake Dunlap | 1,411 | $78,641 | 13.8% | $226,800 |
| New Berlin | 633 | $110,000 | 2.5% | $434,500 |
| Santa Clara | 602 | $81,607 | 10.3% | $323,000 |
| Zuehl | 401 | N/A | 6.0% | $325,000 |
| Staples | 288 | $80,833 | 0.7% | $246,700 |
Cities Similar to Marion
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Camp Wood | 939 | N/A | $77,500 | 5.5% | 16.5% |
| Reid Hope King | 932 | N/A | $108,200 | 21.1% | 25.3% |
| Lakeshore Gardens-Hidden Acres | 970 | N/A | $208,300 | 2.2% | 12.1% |
| East Mountain | 958 | $64,375 | $196,900 | 15.2% | 9.6% |
| Bardwell | 963 | $61,000 | $133,000 | 10.3% | 10.1% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 939, Marion'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
Marion is a small community located in Texas, within Guadalupe County. The total population is 939. It ranks as the 1045th most populous out of 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Marion is 41.7 years. This is 17% higher than the state median of 35.6 years. 10.9% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Marion is $62,788. This is 20% lower than the state median of $78,476. It is also 22% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 16.4%. This is 19% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 2.2%. This is 58% lower than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $162,100. Housing costs are 43% lower than the state median of $283,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.6x, Marion is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 71.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 14% higher than the state average of 62.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Marion is Hispanic or Latino, making up 48.1% of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 39.3%. The Black or African American population (3.9%) is well below the state average of 11.9%.
Education
18.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 46% 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 70.8%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Marion, 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 Marion, Texas?
Marion, Texas has a population of 939 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Marion, TX?
The median household income in Marion is $62,788, which is 22% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Marion, TX?
The poverty rate in Marion is 16.4%. This means approximately 154 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Marion, Texas?
Marion's population is 39.3% White, 3.9% Black, 48.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 2.9% Asian.
What is the median home value in Marion, TX?
The median home value in Marion is $162,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.6x.
How educated is Marion, Texas?
18.3% of adults (25+) in Marion hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 2.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.