Needville city, Texas Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Needville city, Texas Demographics
Creator: U.S. Census Bureau
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As of 2026, Needville city, Texas has a total population of 3,076, the 565th largest city in Texas, with a median household income of $70,485, which is 8% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 14.0%.

Key Takeaways

Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 0.8%.

Needville city Quick Facts

Population 3,076

Median Household Income $70,485

Median Home Value $216,900

Poverty Rate 14.0%

Unemployment Rate 0.8%

Median Age 42.3 years

Homeownership Rate 56.0%

Affordability Ratio 3.1x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 20.2%

High School Graduation Rate 78.2%

Diversity Index 53/100

Population 3,076 565th of 1,800

Median Income $70,485 above average

Poverty Rate 14.0% 12% higher national

Median Home Value $216,900 above average

How Needville city Compares

Median Household Income

Needville city

$70,485

$76,292

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Needville city

$216,900

$260,400

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 24.8%

$25K-$50K 13.7%

$50K-$100K 25.9%

$100K+ 35.6%

Employment

0.8% Unemployment Rate State: 5.1% | National: 5.2%

53.4% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 56.0%

Renter 44.0%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.1x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

21.3%

18-34

18.7%

35-54

28.3%

55-74

23.8%

75+

7.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Moderate Diversity

Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.

State average: 67 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Needville city Rankings in Texas

#565 Population of 1,800

#614 Median Income of 1,800

#715 Education of 1,800

#504 Home Value of 1,800

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Cities Similar to Needville city

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Big Lake city	3,092	$72,067	$155,500	16.9%	11.7%
Early city	3,159	$69,375	$170,700	28.5%	9.8%
Bolivar Peninsula CDP	2,995	$71,970	$316,400	13.2%	11.0%
Mauriceville CDP	2,981	$69,306	$176,700	12.7%	17.4%
Barrett CDP	2,938	$70,594	$133,600	16.6%	25.3%

Population Overview

Needville city is a small community located in Texas. The total population is 3,076. It ranks as the 565th most populous out of 1,800 cities and towns in Texas.

Age Demographics

The median age in Needville city is 42.3 years. This is 19% higher than the state median of 35.5 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Needville city is $70,485. This is 8% lower than the state median of $76,292. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 10% lower. The poverty rate stands at 14.0%. This is 1% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 0.8%. This is 84% lower than the state rate of 5.1%. The median home value is $216,900. Housing costs are 17% lower than the state median of $260,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x. 56.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 11% lower than the state average of 62.6%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Needville city is White (non-Hispanic), making up 56.9% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 38.4%. The Black or African American population (4.2%) is well below the state average of 11.9%.

Education

20.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 39% lower than the state rate of 33.1%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 78.2%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Needville city, Texas is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. Comparisons are made against Texas state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 1,800 Census-designated places in Texas. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Needville city, Texas?

Needville city, Texas has a population of 3,076 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Needville city, TX?

The median household income in Needville city is $70,485, which is 10% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Needville city, TX?

The poverty rate in Needville city is 14.0%. This means approximately 423 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Needville city, Texas?

Needville city's population is 56.9% White, 4.2% Black, 38.4% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Needville city, TX?

The median home value in Needville city is $216,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x.

How educated is Needville city, Texas?

20.2% of adults (25+) in Needville city hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 4.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.