Orchard city, Texas Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Orchard city, Texas Demographics
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As of 2026, Orchard city, Texas has a total population of 257, the 1491st largest city in Texas, with a median household income of $41,705, which is 45% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 9.3%.

Key Takeaways

Household income is 45% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
Only 6.8% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.0%.
Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 0.0%.

Orchard city Quick Facts

Population 257

Median Household Income $41,705

Median Home Value $211,400

Poverty Rate 9.3%

Unemployment Rate 0.0%

Median Age 48.9 years

Homeownership Rate 55.9%

Affordability Ratio 5.1x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 6.8%

High School Graduation Rate 61.8%

Diversity Index 42/100

Population 257 1491st of 1,800

Median Income $41,705 bottom 20%

Poverty Rate 9.3% 25% lower national

Median Home Value $211,400 above average

How Orchard city Compares

Median Household Income

Orchard city

$41,705

$76,292

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Orchard city

$211,400

$260,400

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 25.5%

$25K-$50K 31.4%

$50K-$100K 26.5%

$100K+ 16.7%

Employment

0.0% Unemployment Rate State: 5.1% | National: 5.2%

44.6% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 55.9%

Renter 44.1%

Affordability Index Expensive

5.1x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

21.4%

18-34

14.4%

35-54

28.8%

55-74

26.1%

75+

9.3%

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+)

Orchard city Rankings in Texas

#1491 Population of 1,800

#1357 Median Income of 1,800

#1489 Education of 1,800

#523 Home Value of 1,800

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Cities Similar to Orchard city

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Westbrook city	259	N/A	$105,000	7.4%	0.0%
Morgan's Point city	255	N/A	$600,000	38.4%	13.2%
Garciasville CDP	260	N/A	N/A	0.0%	22.3%
Rancho Banquete CDP	266	N/A	N/A	0.0%	0.0%
Lockett CDP	268	N/A	$65,400	7.2%	28.4%

Population Overview

Orchard city is a small community located in Texas. The total population is 257. It ranks as the 1491st most populous out of 1,800 cities and towns in Texas.

Age Demographics

The median age in Orchard city is 48.9 years. This is 38% higher than the state median of 35.5 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Orchard city is $41,705. This is 45% lower than the state median of $76,292. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 47% lower. The poverty rate stands at 9.3%. This is 32% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 0.0%. This is 100% lower than the state rate of 5.1%. The median home value is $211,400. Housing costs are 19% lower than the state median of $260,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.1x. 55.9% 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 Orchard city is Hispanic or Latino, making up 72.0% of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 25.7%. The Black or African American population (1.9%) is well below the state average of 11.9%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (72.0% vs 39.5%).

Education

6.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 79% 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 61.8%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Orchard 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 Orchard city, Texas?

Orchard city, Texas has a population of 257 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

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

The median household income in Orchard city is $41,705, which is 47% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Orchard city, TX?

The poverty rate in Orchard city is 9.3%. This means approximately 24 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Orchard city, Texas?

Orchard city's population is 25.7% White, 1.9% Black, 72.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

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

The median home value in Orchard city is $211,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.1x.

How educated is Orchard city, Texas?

6.8% of adults (25+) in Orchard city hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 3.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.