Palo Blanco, Texas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Palo Blanco, Texas had a total population of 321, the 1427th largest community in Texas. The poverty rate is 14.6%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 0.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Palo Blanco Quick Facts
How Palo Blanco Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 56 | 321 | +473.2% |
How Palo Blanco Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
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+)
Palo Blanco Rankings in Texas
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Other Cities in Starr County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rio Grande City | 15,396 | $44,577 | 30.8% | $113,200 |
| Roma | 11,545 | $24,579 | 37.1% | $94,400 |
| Escobares | 2,573 | $29,844 | 44.3% | $72,800 |
| Las Lomas | 2,154 | $24,583 | 37.0% | $87,200 |
| Mikes | 1,688 | $49,375 | 19.9% | $95,000 |
| La Grulla | 1,341 | $37,308 | 19.2% | $54,400 |
| Alto Bonito Heights | 1,121 | $35,625 | 81.0% | N/A |
| Mi Ranchito Estate | 1,091 | N/A | 9.2% | $217,200 |
| Nina | 965 | $43,553 | 12.4% | N/A |
| West Alto Bonito | 822 | $40,896 | 44.9% | $82,300 |
Cities Similar to Palo Blanco
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Huxley | 322 | $44,028 | $88,600 | 13.0% | 18.6% |
| Goodrich | 323 | $30,938 | $216,100 | 13.8% | 36.8% |
| La Paloma Ranchettes | 319 | $107,688 | N/A | 17.3% | 0.0% |
| Pablo Pena | 319 | N/A | N/A | 28.1% | 0.0% |
| Loma Grande | 324 | $76,308 | $33,000 | 34.1% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 321, Palo Blanco'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
Palo Blanco is a small community located in Texas, within Starr County. The total population is 321. It ranks as the 1427th most populous out of 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Palo Blanco is 8.7 years. This is 76% lower than the state median of 35.6 years. With 71.7% of the population under 18, Palo Blanco has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 14.6%. This is 6% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Palo Blanco, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 34.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 45% lower than the state average of 62.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Palo Blanco was recorded as Hispanic or Latino. A figure of exactly 100.0% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
Education
0.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 79.1%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Palo Blanco, 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 Palo Blanco, Texas?
Palo Blanco, Texas has a population of 321 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Palo Blanco, TX?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Palo Blanco — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Palo Blanco, TX?
The poverty rate in Palo Blanco is 14.6%. This means approximately 47 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Palo Blanco, Texas?
Palo Blanco's population is 0.0% White, 0.0% Black, 100.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Palo Blanco, TX?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Palo Blanco — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Palo Blanco, Texas?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Palo Blanco hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.