Needville, Texas Demographics & Population 2026
Demographic data: ACS 2020–2024 five-year estimates. Sources and methodology
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Needville, Texas had a total population of 3,094, the 566th largest city in Texas, with a median household income of $70,900, which is 10% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 14.7%.
Key Takeaways
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 0.8%.
Needville Quick Facts
How Needville 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 | 3,068 | 3,094 | No clear change (+0.8%) |
| Median household income | $81,278 | $70,900 | No clear change (-12.8%) |
| Median home value¹ | $156,177 | $221,700 | +42.0% |
| Median gross rent | $1,322 | $1,506 | No clear change (+13.9%) |
How Needville 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: 59.2%
- Black: 2.1%
- Hispanic: 37.9%
- Asian: 0.4%
- Other: 0.0%
Diversity Index
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 67 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
- < High School: 22.9%
- HS Diploma: 24.7%
- Some College: 24.4%
- Associate's: 4.9%
- Bachelor's: 16.4%
- Graduate+: 6.7%
Needville Rankings in Texas
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Other Cities in Fort Bend County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sugar Land | 110,016 | $136,217 | 5.5% | $430,200 |
| Rosenberg | 40,646 | $65,668 | 20.2% | $219,100 |
| Fulshear | 34,868 | $187,035 | 1.6% | $572,700 |
| Sienna | 24,992 | $177,837 | 1.5% | $470,100 |
| Fresno | 24,560 | $91,264 | 8.6% | $243,500 |
| Pecan Grove | 24,272 | $131,937 | 5.9% | $383,500 |
| Richmond | 12,582 | $50,337 | 15.7% | $231,500 |
| Four Corners | 11,692 | $76,452 | 8.3% | $277,000 |
| Meadows Place | 4,689 | $90,057 | 9.5% | $271,100 |
| Weston Lakes | 4,217 | $145,394 | 4.7% | $673,600 |
Cities Similar to Needville
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Big Lake | 2,990 | $71,471 | $157,900 | 14.1% | 12.2% |
| Early | 3,143 | $67,346 | $179,800 | 28.3% | 10.5% |
| Holly Lake Ranch | 2,956 | $70,179 | $260,200 | 43.9% | 7.0% |
| Castroville | 3,092 | $78,460 | $300,000 | 27.9% | 5.3% |
| Henrietta | 3,167 | $66,630 | $145,600 | 25.8% | 8.2% |
Population Overview
Needville is a small community located in Texas, within Fort Bend County. The total population is 3,094. It ranks as the 566th most populous out of 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Needville is 42.0 years. This is 18% higher than the state median of 35.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Needville is $70,900. This is 10% lower than the state median of $78,476. It is also 12% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 14.7%. This is 7% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 0.8%. This is 85% lower than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $221,700. Housing costs are 22% lower than the state median of $283,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x. 54.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 13% lower than the state average of 62.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Needville is White (non-Hispanic), making up 59.2% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 37.9%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (59.2% vs 39.1%). The Black or African American population (2.1%) is well below the state average of 11.9%. The Asian population (0.4%) is well below the state average of 5.5%.
Education
23.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 32% 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 77.1%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Needville, 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 Needville, Texas?
Needville, Texas has a population of 3,094 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Needville, TX?
The median household income in Needville is $70,900, which is 12% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Needville, TX?
The poverty rate in Needville is 14.7%. This means approximately 448 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Needville, Texas?
Needville's population is 59.2% White, 2.1% Black, 37.9% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.4% Asian.
What is the median home value in Needville, TX?
The median home value in Needville is $221,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x.
How educated is Needville, Texas?
23.1% of adults (25+) in Needville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 6.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.